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  • Progress in Afghanistan is the "top foreign policy priority for the Government"

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said that it "remains vital to our national security that Afghanistan be able to maintain its own security to prevent al-Qaeda from returning".

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • "It is possible to succeed in Afghanistan"

    Foreign Secretary William Hague spoke to BBC news about progress in Afghanistan following his statement to Parliament earlier today.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary issues first quarterly report on Afghanistan

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has delivered the Government's first quarterly report on Afghanistan in which he said steady progress is being made although serious risks and challenges remain.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Royal Navy engineers receive infantry training in Afghanistan

    A small team of Royal Naval engineers, who fly out to fix and recover Sea King helicopters that break down outside the confines of Camp Bastion, have arrived in Helmand and are being trained by the infantry.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Fighting fires in Helmand - the RAF Fire Service

    The role of the RAF Fire Service (RAFFS) at Camp Bastion, the main UK base in Helmand province, goes far beyond that which is expected in normal UK operations.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK National Action Plan announced for UN Resolution on Women, Peace and Security

    The UK Government announced its revised National Action Plan (NAP) for the implementation of the UN Security Council Resolution (UNSCR 1325), covering the subject of Women, Peace and Security, yesterday at the United Nations…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Army hosts the European Military Climbing Championships

    Two Army engineers have scaled the sheer rock beneath Edinburgh Castle in bare feet to mark the beginning of the European Military Climbing Championships which are being hosted by the British Army.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Postal Services Bill Second Reading – Vince Cable Opening Speech – 27 October 2010

    Mr. Speaker, I beg to move that this Bill be read a second time. INTRODUCTION Mr. Speaker, let me begin by making it clear why we are here…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £1.3 billion funding deal for the Post Office

    Business Secretary Vince Cable said: “The Post Office network is a cornerstone of British life. Our £1.3 billion funding package will reverse…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Blocks away: excellent results for latest offshore oil and gas licensing round

    Oil and gas exploration licences granted by DECC today reveal industry interest in developing the UK’s North Sea resources remains vibrant. …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UKaid for Palestinian people

    International Development Minister Alan Duncan today announced additional support for the delivery of essential services to the Palestinian people and the recovery of the private sector in Gaza.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Launch of new Global Poverty Action Fund

    DFID launches the Global Poverty Action Fund (previously called the Poverty Impact Fund) which will provide grants for projects tackling poverty in poor countries.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Flooding in Benin and West Africa

    Britain's response to flooding in Benin and West Africa through emergency support to Care International.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Response to the natural disasters in Indonesia

    Secretary of State for International Development Andrew Mitchell said: “Our sympathies go out to those affected by these disasters.  We are…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Defra commits £100 million international forestry funding up to 2015

    The Government has today committed £100 million to international forestry projects which provide specific benefits for biodiversity.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New scientific study helps to reveal possible reasons for the decline of pollinators

    Changes to small patches of land over a number of years could be one of the factors in the decline of pollinating insects such as bees.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Highly skilled work for highly skilled migrants

    Research out today looks at jobs being done by people in the UK with highly skilled work visas.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Home Secretary backs breast cancer charity

    Theresa May joins public in wearing pink to help raise money for breast cancer research.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Workplace pension reforms will get Britain saving - Webb

    Millions of people can look forward to greater financial security in retirement, as Government sets out its plans to introduce automatic enrolment…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Contracting for support to Local Involvement Networks in 2011-2012:  supporting the possible transition to Local HealthWatch

    Letter from Paul Streets, Director of Public and Patient Engagement and Experience dated 27 October 2010 detailing Contracting for support to Local Involvement Networks in 2011-20.

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