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  • Rossana Banti, WWII radio operator in Italy, receives 3 Service medals

    On 5 January 2015 Ambassador to Italy Christopher Prentice presented 3 Service medals to 89-year-old Mrs Banti for her work for the Allies during WWII.

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

  • Power back in people's hands to have a say over future development

    Communities will have information at their fingertips thanks to a new plain English guide to the planning system.

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

  • Bid to improve disabled access at sports stadiums

    The government is calling on disabled sports fans to share their experiences of viewing live sport at stadiums and sports grounds across Britain.

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

  • First same sex marriage in the British Embassy Santo Domingo

    The first same-sex marriage under the UK law has taken place in Santo Domingo on 30th December 2014.

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

  • Ralph Smith, MBE for services to British community in Spain

    British lawyer, Member of the British Empire for his services to British Embassy & voluntary work on behalf of British community in Spain.

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

  • Planning reforms put power back in the hands of local residents

    Brandon Lewis announces new powers that will make it easier for residents to take control of their neighbourhood.

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

  • Points of Light: December 2014 winners

    The Points of Light award recognises outstanding individuals - people who are making a change in their community and inspiring others.

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

  • British Ambassador congratulates Simon Cox on the award of his British Empire Medal

    Ambassador Iain Lindsay congratulated Simon Cox on the award of his British Empire Medal in the New Year’s Honours List published today.

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

  • Long Museum will play host to the GREAT Festival of Creativity

    The Long Museum in Shanghai, China has been announced as the official venue for the GREAT Festival of Creativity on 2 to 4 March 2015.

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

  • Eric Pickles congratulates New Year's Honours 2015 recipients

    Communities Secretary congratulates individuals from local government, fire, housing and the voluntary sector.

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

  • New Year's Honours 2015

    The New Year Honours lists 2015, published today, recognise the achievements of a wide range of extraordinary people across the UK.

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

  • Over 7,500 celebrate 100+ in 2014: Centenarians celebrate with royal birthday card

    Over 7,500 people celebrated their 100th-plus birthdays in 2014 with a celebratory card from the Queen.

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

  • Another record year for the UK’s creative industries

    2014 has revealed continued growth across the creative industries

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

  • £5.2m grants announced by the Centre for Social Action

    £5.2 million of grants have been awarded to 34 volunteer-led programmes in communities across the country.

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

  • Report highlights great strides Britain has made in fighting antisemitism

    Significant progress has been made in partnership with the community in tackling antisemitism.

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

  • Wilfred Owen’s home given special status

    Heritage Minister Ed Vaizey lists the Shrewsbury home of war poet Wilfred Owen as government continues to commemorate the First World War Centenary

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

  • Celebrities back Christmas campaign for more organ donors

    A new campaign to raise awareness of organ donation and boost the numbers of registered organ donors launches with support from celebrities.

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

  • £800,000 for social action projects that support people at end of life

    Seven social action projects will provide support to people at the end of their lives, and to their families, thanks to new funding.

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

  • Indian Ocean tsunami 10th anniversary: Prime Minister's message

    A message from the Prime Minister to mark the 10th anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami.

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

  • Indian Ocean tsunami 10th anniversary: Prime Minister's message

    A message from the Prime Minister to mark the 10th anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami.

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