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  • FCO Minister condemns violence in Rakhine State

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire has underlined the UK's concerns about recent violence in Rakhine State, Burma.

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

  • Poussin Painting at risk of export

    Ed Vaizey issues temporary export bar to help find a UK buyer.

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

  • Scottish independence: Analysis paper on borders and citizenship published

    Government paper sets out possible impacts of an international border being created in the event of a vote for Scottish independence.

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

  • 250,000 fewer pupils in underperforming secondary schools

    Number of pupils taught in underperforming secondary schools falls by almost 250,000 in 4 years.

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

  • The Queen’s Baton arrives in Tanzania

    Tanzania is proud to welcome the Commonwealth Queen’s Baton.

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

  • British painter gives a Master Plein-Air Painting Workshop

    English modern impressionist painter Michael Richardson comes to Bolivia to give a 3-day workshop in La Paz and Lake Titicaca.

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

  • New Challenges for UK Film Industry, BFI and Government

    Report on progress made following their 2012 Film Policy Review

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

  • FCO calls on Ukrainian leadership to match words of reconciliation with action

    FCO watching developments in Kyiv with deep concern. Ukraine’s leaders must show they are committed to peaceful resolution of differences.

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

  • Athletics School for disabled children a success

    The Uruguayan Athletic Confederation, with the support of the British Embassy, organised summer activities for almost 100 disabled children.

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

  • Athletics School for disabled children a success

    The Uruguayan Athletic Confederation, with the support of the British Embassy, organised summer activities for almost 100 disabled children.

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

  • UK and South Africa further cooperation in the field of English Language

    Declaration of Intent builds on British Council work in English sector

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

  • Culture Secretary Maria Miller Keynote Arts and Culture Speech

    “What Makes Our Hearts Sing”

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

  • Culture and creativity – the key to our ‘Soft Power’ success

    Culture Secretary praises the value of arts and culture to the UK

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

  • London Fashion Week 2014 – Beyond a fashion event

    Minh Giang Tu, the winner of Aquafina Pure Fashion 2013 will represent Vietnam at London Fashion Week 2014.

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

  • Foreign Secretary speaks to Iranian Foreign Minister

    William Hague welcomes implementation of interim nuclear deal and reinforces need for a negotiated political transition in Syria.

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

  • Diocese of Exeter: Robert Atwell nomination approved

    The Queen has approved the nomination of the Right Reverend Robert Ronald Atwell, BA, MLitt, for election as Bishop of Exeter.

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

  • New youth skills commission launched

    On 15 January 2014, the Industry and Parliament Trust (IPT) and the UK Commission for Employment and Skills (UKCES) hosted a dinner to launch the IPT Youth Skills Commission.

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  • Human Rights and Democracy Report 2012 - Afghanistan

    Technical preparations for the 5 April presidential and provincial elections remain on track.

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

  • Human Rights and Democracy 2012-Iran

    There was no substantive improvement in the human rights situation in Iran between October and December 2013. .

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

  • Foreign Secretary deplores violence in Ukraine

    Foreign Secretary, William Hague, has called on all sides to address the concerns of the Ukrainian people.

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