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  • Ending sexual violence in conflict requires us to break the mould

    By Hon. William Hague, Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs and Angelina Jolie, UNHCR Special Envoy.

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

  • Cadets aim to raise £1 million for tree project honouring war dead

    Dozens of cadets will stand side-by-side in woodland poppy fields to mark the start of a £1 million First World War fundraising challenge.

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  • Nick Clegg: message for Pride 2014

    Watch a video message by the Deputy Prime Minister to mark the London Pride celebrations this weekend.

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

  • Ramadan 2014: David Cameron’s message

    A video message from the Prime Minister to mark the start of Ramadan.

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

  • Stephen Williams' Ramadan message

    Stephen Williams sends his best wishes to those observing Ramadan.

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

  • Government to work with toy industry to get girls into science and engineering

    Government meets toy industry to discuss how we can all better understand customer attitudes around STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) toys.

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

  • Take part in #CreateUK week

    Monday 30 June to Friday 4 July, we’ll be celebrating the phenomenal success of the UK Creative Industries in a week long digital event.

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

  • Baroness Warsi's Ramadan message

    Faith and Communities Minister Baroness Warsi sends her warmest wishes to everyone observing the holy month of Ramadan.

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

  • Ramadan message from Eric Pickles

    Communities Secretary Eric Pickles wishes all communities a peaceful and blessed Ramadan.

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

  • Big Iftar meal opens to more people than ever before

    Mosques across the country will throwing open their doors and cooking meals for the whole community to mark Ramadan.

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

  • Britain honours Pakistani Heroes from the First World War

    The plaque remembering the three Pakistani recipients of the Victoria Cross will be presented to the Government of Pakistan in Islamabad later this year.

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

  • McLaren joins the drive to boost participation in STEM subjects

    McLaren Group reveals it will join a government launched campaign to boost participation in STEM subjects.

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

  • Foreign Secretary calls for UN action on Syrian humanitarian crisis

    Foreign Secretary calls for further UN Security Council action to ensure aid gets to the millions who need it in Syria.

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

  • Minister for Africa condemns Abuja attack and welcomes UN action against Boko Haram

    Mark Simmonds condemns acts of terrorism and expresses support for Nigeria following an attack on a shopping mall in Abuja yesterday.

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

  • Baroness Warsi speech honouring Overseas Heroes from the First World War

    Baroness Warsi speech at unveiling of plaques commemorating 175 men from overseas who were awarded the Victoria Cross during World War One.

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

  • Foreign Office marks International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 2014

    Baroness Warsi reaffirms the UK’s commitment to combat torture and encourages states to ratify the Convention against Torture.

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

  • Child poverty strategy launched

    Supporting families into work, improving living standards and raising educational attainment are the fundamental aims set out in the government’s child poverty strategy.

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

  • Enjoy the Madrid Gay Pride festival – how to stay safe and have a good time

    How to make the most of your time at the festival - read our advice for visitors to the Madrid Gay Pride Festival 2-6 July 2014

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

  • Foreign Office Minister Hugh Robertson welcomes elections in Libya

    UK welcomes Parliamentary elections in Libya and supports inclusive national dialogue to achieve stable prosperous future.

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

  • Britain honours Overseas Heroes from the First World War

    Baroness Warsi unveils plaques commemorating 175 men from overseas who were awarded the Victoria Cross during World War One.

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