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  • Prominent Vietnamese blogger has appeal rejected

    Vietnamese human rights blogger, Le Quoc Quan, found guilty of tax evasion despite widespread concern that his initial arrest was politically motivated.

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

  • FCO Minister calls for calm in Ukraine and condemns violence

    Minister for Europe David Lidington calls for calm followed by “urgent and genuine steps” to address the causes of discontent in Ukraine.

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

  • Visas for the UK

    The British Embassy in Quito is not related to any part of the process and we cannot assist you. Please read this UK Border Agency guidance.

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

  • The British High Commission is seeking bids to its Human Rights & Democracy Programme in Nigeria.

    The British High Commission is seeking bids to its Human Rights and Democracy Programme in Nigeria. Further details are contained

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

  • Uruguayan MPs visited the Falkland Islands

    Uruguayan parliamentarians visited the Falkland Islands for a week, invited by the Legislative Assembly.

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

  • FCO Minister visits Tunisia

    FCO Minister, Hugh Robertson, visits Tunisia, welcomes progress and pledges continued UK support for the democratic transition.

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

  • Baroness Warsi speech at Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

    Baroness Warsi delivered a speech in Muscat on religious tolerance and highlighted the example that Oman provides for other countries.

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

  • Red Arrows fly the flag with new tailfin

    A new tailfin design has been unveiled on jets of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, to celebrate its 50th display season.

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

  • Scottish culture and traditions celebrated in St Petersburg, Russia

    British Consul General Keith Allan kicked off a series of Scottish events in St Petersburg, including the traditional 'Days of Scotland' festival.

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

  • UK and Colombia working to tackle sexual violence

    During his visit to Colombia the Foreign Secretary William Hague announced two UK-funded projects to tackle sexual violence.

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

  • British High Commission Abuja hosts Chevening Scholars Class 2012/13

    British High Commission Abuja recently hosted a welcome back reception in honour of the returning Chevening Scholars

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

  • Lord-Lieutenant for Orkney: Mr James William Spence

    James William Spence is appointed as Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant for Orkney.

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

  • Advice for British nationals in Kolkata

    Consular section at the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata will be closed 24-25 February.

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

  • Advice for British nationals in Kolkata

    Consular section at the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata will be closed 24-25 February.

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

  • UK responds to UN report on Human Rights in DPRK

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire welcomes UN Commission spotlight on human rights in DPRK and calls for end to impunity for violators.

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

  • Better care for mental health crisis

    A new agreement between police and the NHS seeks to improve mental health crisis care

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

  • Foreign Secretary visits England World Cup 2014 venue in Manaus

    Foreign Secretary visits Manaus to highlight FCO’s preparations for World Cup 2014 and ‘Be on the Ball’ consular campaign.

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

  • Competition offers young people chance to join Holocaust Commission

    Young people can be involved in making sure Britain has a fitting memorial to the Holocaust through a competition launched by Natasha Kaplinsky.

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

  • British Ambassador to Ireland honours role of the Gaelic Athletic Association

    British Ambassador to Ireland, Dominick Chilcott spoke warmly of the GAA's role in strengthening communities across Ireland and the UK at a gala dinner in London.

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

  • British Ambassador to Ireland honours role of the Gaelic Athletic Association

    British Ambassador to Ireland, Dominick Chilcott spoke warmly of the GAA's role in strengthening communities across Ireland and the UK at a gala dinner in London.

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