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  • Brits caught out by unusual laws and customs

    FCO encourages people to research destinations before they travel

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

  • Changes to birth and death registration service. We are seeking your views

    The Foreign and Commonwealth Office is carrying out a 12-week consultation to amend part of the British Nationality Act (BNA) 1981

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

  • Foreign Secretary reiterates commitment to Gibraltar

    William Hague today spoke to Gibraltar’s Chief Minister Fabian Picardo, and reiterated the UK’s commitment to the people of Gibraltar.

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

  • UK remains committed to Gibraltar and its people

    Following comments reported today, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office has reasserted its ties with Gibraltar.

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

  • Foreign Office summons Spanish Ambassador over Gibraltar border delays

    Spanish Ambassador summoned to the Foreign Office in relation to delays at the Gibraltar border this weekend

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

  • Letting your passport expire can cost more than you think

    More than 6000 emergency passports issued in Spain last year

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

  • Michael Fallon explains the UK´s Electricity Market Reform in Madrid

    The UK Minister gave a detailed account of UK energy policy and the huge investment opportunities resulting from the reform

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

  • Entrepreneur Festival to bring global talent to Britain

    UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) has launched a new venture aimed at boosting Britain’s community of young entrepreneurs with global ambitions.

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

  • Foreign Secretary sends condolences after Spain train accident

    Foreign Secretary William Hague expresses condolences following the tragic train accident in North-Western Spain on 24 July.

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

  • Top tips for what to do - Forest Fire

    In light of the high risk of forest fires this season, British Consul Paul Rodwell discussed with Irene Rodríguez, Director of Emergencies for the Valencian Community, what should be done in the event of a fire.

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

  • Consulates in Spain assist more than 4,600 Britons last year

    Spain, the country most popular with British tourists and expatriates, saw significant decreases in arrests, detentions and hospitalisation cases – mainly due to local initiatives involving consular staff, police and hospita…

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

  • “La experiencia y el know-how de las empresas vascas están reconocidos y solicitados en todo el mundo”

    En su visita al País Vasco, el Embajador británico Giles Paxman se reunió con el Círculo de Empresarios Vascos, en Bilbao, a los que se dirigió con un discurso sobre cómo ayudar a las empresas a competir en una economía glob…

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

  • “Know someone going to Benicassim? Make sure they see this video”, advises Alicante Consulate

    The Benacassim festival is the largest in Spain and British fans make up around 80% of festival goers.

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

  • Get insurance that covers all your holidays activities in Spain

    Survey shows 50% of Britons fail to check that they are covered for adventurous sports

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

  • Stay Safe in Pamplona’s Fiestas

    The San Fermín Fiesta – including the Running of the Bulls – will take place in Pamplona, Spain from 6–14 July 2013.

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

  • Foreign Office urges British nationals to take care on balconies in popular holiday hotspots in Spain

    Two young Britons have already been seriously injured this summer after falling from balconies while on holiday in Spain, the Foreign Office has warned - on top of four fatalities and a total of 18 falls across the country l…

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

  • British Embassy appoints new Consul for Canary Islands and Andalucia

    The British Embassy announced that Charmaine Arbouin has been appointed as British Consul for the Consulates covering the Canary Islands and Andalucia.

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

  • UK and Spain making their health systems more efficient

    The conference “Making National Health Systems Sustainable” took place on Friday 7 June at the British Embassy Madrid.

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

  • Rabies in Spain: update 19 June 2013

    A dog in the city of Toledo, central Spain was confirmed to have rabies on 5 June 2013.

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  • Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Spain

    Mr Simon Manley CMG has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to Spain, and non-resident Ambassador to Andorra.

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