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  • UK Trivia campaign in Egypt

    Learn more about the UK and win at the same time. Follow the British Embassy in Cairo for the month of October and answer our daily #UK_Trivia questions about life in the UK.

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

  • Maria Miller announces new £10 million fund from the Lottery to help mark important anniversaries in Britain's shared history

    Funding will help highlight important historical dates that resonate with people and communities across the UK.

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

  • The UK celebrates all that is GREAT in Vietnam

    GREAT Week will showcase the best of British business to Vietnam and for Vietnamese people to find out more about UK culture, education and vocational training.

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

  • Gambling Commission and National Lottery Commission merge

    Move to shared services will bring improved efficiency and cost savings.

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

  • We Were There: Black History Month

    There is a rich history of racial diversity in the Armed Forces of the British Crown which can be traced back over several centuries.

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

  • UK government hosts first international body image conference

    Leading experts from around the world meet to help drive forward change.

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

  • UK to provide English Language Training to the Kyrgyz military

    UK and Kyrgyz Defence Ministries sign English language agreement

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

  • Greetings from the Queen on China's National Day

    The Queen Elizabeth sent greetings to the President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping on the celebration of China's National Day.

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

  • Cracking down on 'double defaulting' charities

    Kenneth Dibble on why trustees in default of their reporting requirements can get themselves and their charity into serious legal trouble.

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

  • British Embassy Harare Celebrates Olympic Anniversary

    The British Embassy celebrated the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Anniversary by supporting a Sports Day at St Giles Special School

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

  • British Embassy Seoul celebrates one year anniversary of the London 2012 Olympic Games

    Legacy marked in Seoul

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

  • Minister Lidington disappointed over decision not to permit Belgrade Pride

    Minister for Europe David Lidington’s statement on the third consecutive banning of the Belgrade Pride.

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

  • Creating opportunities for poor and excluded in Bangladesh

    DFID Bangladesh Country Representative Sarah Cooke speeks to Manusher Jonno Foundation (MJF) partners at the launch of COPE

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

  • 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