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  • Baroness Warsi welcomes conclusions of UN Human Rights Council

    The UN Human Rights Council concluded its 24th Session today, with important resolutions on countries including Somalia, Syria and Sudan.

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

  • Deciphering Ometepe’s ancient artefacts.

    Ambassadors Chris and Sharon Campbell spend a weekend brushing up on Nicaraguan history.

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

  • Combating religious intolerance and supporting freedom of religion and belief

    Senior Minister of State Baroness Warsi convenes ministerial meeting in New York.

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

  • Anji vs Tottenham

    Advice for fans travelling to Russia for Tottenham’s match with Anji on 3 October 2013, Europa League

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

  • Award ceremonies in Ekaterinburg

    Consul General in Ekaterinburg James McGuire participated in 2 award ceremonies.

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

  • Banging the drum for Britain

    British bands were among those who took part in one of the most spectacular shows in Russia.

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

  • 2014/15 Chevening Scholarships: Applications Now Open in Uganda

    Applications for 2014-2015 Chevening Scholarships in Uganda are now open and will close on 1 November 2013.

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

  • Enhancing Accountability for Sexual Violence in Conflict

    Remarks by Foreign Secretary William Hague During UN Side Event on Enhancing Accountability for Sexual Violence in Conflict

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

  • Foreign Secretary launches Premier Skills in the US

    Foreign Secretary William Hague announced a major expansion of a joint initiative between the British Council and English Premier League.

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

  • ‘UK is committed to tackling barriers which hinder inclusion of women in the peacebuilding process'

    Statement by The Rt Hon Baroness Warsi PC, UK Senior Minister of State, to the UN General Assembly Peacebuilding Commission Event

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

  • Shakhtar Donetsk vs Manchester United

    Advice for fans travelling to Ukraine for the Shakhtar Donetsk vs Manchester United on 2 October 2013

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

  • Cash boost for councils backing neighbourhood planning

    £7.5 million funding boost will help councils support neighbourhood plans around the country.

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

  • Battle Back veterans win golfing trophy

    A team of Battle Back veterans has retained the Captain Pietsch golfing trophy by beating the US's Wounded Warriors.

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

  • Paralympics musicians win Big Society Award

    The British Paraorchestra who performed at the closing ceremony of the 2012 Paralympics is the latest winner of the PM's Big Society Award.

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

  • UK Statement to the OSCE on Freedom of Religion or Belief

    Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe holds its Human Dimension Implementation meeting, Warsaw, Poland

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

  • Grants to boost childcare start-ups

    Find out if you’re entitled to financial help for your childcare business.

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

  • Steaua Bucuresti vs Chelsea

    Advice for fans travelling to Bucharest for Chelsea's match with Steaua Bucuresti on 1 October 2013

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

  • A nation of culture vultures

    Visits to museums and galleries in England at highest levels ever.

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

  • British Ambassador to North Korea hosted Chevening lunch

    The British Ambassador, Mike Gifford, hosted a lunch on 24 September 2013 to mark the departure of the second pair of Chevening scholars from the DPRK to the UK.

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

  • The British Embassy in Beijing closed for National Day

    The British Embassy in Beijing and Consulate-Generals in Shanghai, Chongqing and Guangzhou will be closed on 1, 2, 3 October.

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