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  • The British Ambassador visits Santorini

    The visit is an excellent opportunity to enhance the embassy’s cooperation with local authorities, community and stakeholders.

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

  • PM letter to the EU on tax evasion

    David Cameron sets out the case for action against tax evasion and avoidance in a letter to the President of the European Council.

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

  • Foreign Secretary written statement on Consular Strategy 2013-16

    The Foreign Secretary today launched a new strategy for consular services from 2013 to 2016 titled “Consular Excellence”

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

  • British Ambassador to Greece meets Interior Minister

    The British Ambassador to Greece, John Kittmer, met Minister for Interior Evripidis Stylianidis on 16 April 2013.

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

  • British Embassy Athens hosts continuing professional development workshop

    The workshop was run by Durham University Business School in Greece in association with Greek educational consultancy BCED

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

  • Dragon readies for counter-piracy mission in Crete

    The ship's company of HMS Dragon have used a scheduled stop in Crete to further prepare for tackling pirates and terrorists east of Suez.

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

  • Greek Prime Minister’s condolences for Lady Thatcher, “an inspiring leader and reformer”

    The Prime Minister of Greece, Mr Antonis Samaras, has signed the book of condolence for Lady Thatcher

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

  • Changes to British passport services in Greece

    From 15 April 2013, British nationals in Greece will submit passport applications to IPS in the UK for processing

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

  • British Ambassador to Greece meets Tourism Minister

    The British Ambassador to Greece, John Kittmer, had his first meeting with Minister for Tourism, Ms Olga Kefaloyanni on 11 April 2013.

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

  • Book of condolence for Lady Thatcher at the British Residence in Athens

    A book of condolence will open at the British Ambassador’s Residence in Athens until Wednesday 17 April

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

  • G8 Foreign Ministers' Meeting

    On 10 and 11 April, Foreign Secretary William Hague will meet with G8 Foreign Ministers in London to discuss his key policy priorities

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

  • Job vacancy at the British Embassy Athens

    The UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) team is recruiting for a Commercial Assistant.

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

  • Embassy and Consular network in Greece closed for Easter break

    The British Embassy in Athens and Consular network in Greece will be closed between 29 March to 1 April 2013

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

  • Greek education conference highlights UK expertise

    British Ambassador John Kittmer praises UK's unique place in emerging transnational education trends.

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

  • Honorary Consulate, Thessaloniki: administrative changes

    As of 1 March 2013

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

  • Donation to the Smile of the Child

    15 March 2013

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

  • British Ambassador John Kittmer visits Thessaloniki (13-15 March)

    The British Ambassador, John Kittmer, made a 3-day official visit to Thessaloniki, his first regional visit since presenting his credentials in early February

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

  • Foreign Affairs Council and General Affairs Council

    Foreign Office Minister David Lidington has updated parliament on the Foreign Affairs Council and General Affairs Council in a Written Ministerial Statement.

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

  • Statement sent on behalf of the Sebbage family, following the conclusion of the trial of Robert Sebbage

    "We are grateful to all those people and organisations in the UK and Greece who have helped us during this horrible time."

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

  • Olympic flame handed to London in Greece

    Today the Olympic Flame will be handed to London for the third time since the birth of the Olympic Games. Its journey to the UK and the Opening Ceremony of London 2012 will begin.

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