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  • British forces push back Taliban in southern Nad 'Ali

    The operation was undertaken by Combined Force Nad ‘Ali whose units include 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment, the Royal Dragoon…

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

  • Royal Marines are first to use new Sharpshooter rifle in Helmand

    The first new infantry combat rifle to be issued to troops for more than 20 years has arrived in Afghanistan and is being used by Royal Marines from 40 Commando.

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

  • RAF pilot honoured for courage in Afghanistan

    A Chinook pilot from RAF Odiham was presented with a Distinguished Flying Cross for his 'superior flying skills' in Afghanistan at a prestigious ceremony at Buckingham Palace on Friday 4 June 2010.

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

  • Online consultation on innovation and economic growth

    DFID is undertaking research into how the spread of new technology increases economic growth in low-income countries and what can be done to encourage it.

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

  • Alan Duncan visits Nepal

    Video and photos of Minister of State for International Development, Alan Duncan MP, on a fact-finding visit to Nepal. It was his first overseas visit since he was appointed as Minister of State on 13 May 2010.

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

  • Maternal health tops agenda in Washington

    DFID will seek the best ways to gather maternal mortality data at the Women Deliver conference

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

  • Discreet HIV treatment changes lives

    Meet Ann, a Kenyan sex worker now accessing life-changing health services

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  • UK gives £19 million for Gazan refugees

    UK Government to provide £19m to help support schools and health clinics

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

  • Foreign Secretary statement on the interception of the ship, the Rachel Corrie

    I am glad that the interception of the Rachel Corrie has been resolved peacefully

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

  • Foreign Secretary statement on Afghanistan Peace Jirga

    William Hague welcomes Consultative Peace Jirga.

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

  • New help for those working with victims of forced marriage

    The Government’s Forced Marriage Unit has launched an online resource to help frontline professionals working to protect potential victims of forced marriage.

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

  • International Criminal Court conference in Uganda

    The UK has made three pledges to the ICC Review Conference in Kampala, underlining our commitment to international criminal justice.

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

  • The first line of medical support in Helmand

    Lance Corporal McLoughlin is part of the Royal Army Medical Corps. He is currently attached to the Royal Dragoon Guards, serving on the front…

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

  • British health workers to join fight against maternal deaths

    British nurses, doctors and health workers will get the chance to play a crucial role in the UK’s efforts to reduce maternal and child deaths in the world’s poorest countries

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

  • UK contributes to more effective Global Environment Facility

    International Development Secretary Andrew Mitchell has approved a UK contribution of £210 million to the Global Environment Facility (GEF).

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

  • Press briefing: morning 4 June 2010

    The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on BP, Treasury data and Gaza.

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

  • Alistair Burt sends message of support on Women’s Day in Iran

    Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt today spoke of his support for Women’s Day in Iran and the inspiring bravery of those committed to demanding human rights and freedoms.

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

  • Close partnership between the UK and Canada

    Foreign Secretary William Hague met Canadian Foreign Minister Lawrence Cannon today.

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

  • Commander-in-Chief visits Royal Navy personnel in Helmand

    Commander-in-Chief Fleet of the Royal Navy, Admiral Sir Trevor Soar, visited Afghanistan this week to see the work that Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel are doing in Helmand province.

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

  • Engineers and logisticians busy building in Helmand

    Engineers from 1st Armoured Engineer Squadron, 21 Engineer Regiment, recently supported a 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment operation…

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