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  • 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

  • Foreign Office Minister marks the lighting of the Olympic flame

    Earlier this morning the Olympic Flame was lit by the rays of the sun in an hour long traditional ceremony at the Temple of Hera, in the Ancient Stadium in Olympia, where the first Ancient Olympic Games took place.

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

  • Protests take place in Greece as Greek parliament vote on austerity bill

    The Greek Parliament vote on proposed austerity measures today. British nationals in Greece should be aware of protests, avoid large crowds and monitor local media reporting.

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

  • Greece - 48 hour general strike

    A 48 hour general strike on 28 and 29 June is affecting transport.

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

  • European Council press conference - 24 June 2011

    The Prime Minister discussed the future of the euro, Greece, economic growth in Europe, migration and the Arab Spring.

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

  • Strike in Greece on 15 June

    Many transport services will be affected on Wednesday 15 June due to a general strike. Air traffic controllers will not be on strike.

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

  • UK and Greece: partnership and co-operation

    Foreign Secretary William Hague meets Greek Foreign Minister Dimitris Droutsas for talks

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

  • Industrial action in Greece

    Due to industrial action on 20-24 December public transport in the Athens region will be disrupted.

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

  • Rail strikes in Greece

    Rail services in Greece will be affected by strike action between 25 - 29 October.

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

  • Flights in Greece to be affected by strike action

    Greek air traffic controllers to strike on 17 October

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

  • 24-hour public sector strike in Greece

    A public sector strike in Greece on 7 October is likely to cause travel disruption

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

  • UK holiday company collapses

    Information for travellers affected by the collapse of tour operator Goldtrail Travel Limited. The company operated flights and holidays to Greece and Turkey.

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