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  • Climate negotiations begin in Cancun

    The United Nations climate change negotiations get underway in Cancun, Mexico on 29th November, where UK negotiators are striving for progress on issues affecting developed and developing countries.

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

  • Don't let your ski trip go downhill!

    Thousands of skiers risk huge medical bills by not getting adequate travel insurance.

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

  • General strike in Portugal

    A general strike in Portugal on 24 November will affect travel, including air travel. Contact your travel provider for the latest information on services.

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

  • The Sealand Affair - the last great adventure of the twentieth century?

    In our latest history podcast, Grant Hibberd, a Research Assistant with the FCO’s Historians team, discusses "The Sealand Affair", an obscure but fascinating footnote in British legal and diplomatic history.

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

  • Change of High Commissioner to Australia

    Mr Paul Madden has been appointed British High Commissioner to Australia.

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

  • British National Henry Djaba detained in Libya

    The Evening Standard published a story on 8 November about the unlawful detention in Libya of a British National, Henry Djaba.

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

  • Flooding in north-west Italy

    Heavy rains are causing widespread floods and occasional landslides in north-western Tuscany and parts of the Veneto regions.

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

  • Foreign Office launches “Going for Green – Britain’s 2012 Dream”

    Foreign Secretary William Hague hosted the public premiere of our documentary film and launched the Public Diplomacy strategy for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister "deeply saddened" by loss of life following a plane crash in Cuba

    Minister for the Carribean Jeremy Browne has extended sympathies to those affected by last week's fatal plane crash in Cuba.

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

  • Rally racing in North and West Africa - know the risks

    If you’re taking part in cross country rallies through West or North Africa, you should be aware of the high risk of kidnapping or terrorist attacks.

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

  • Changes to passport applications for British nationals living abroad

    If you live abroad the way you obtain a passport, and where you need to apply, is changing.

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

  • Tropical storm Tomas continues to affect travel

    British nationals planning to travel to St Lucia are advised to check with their tour operator before travelling. Those travelling independently should try to speak to their airlines directly before going to the airport.

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

  • Earthquake and volcanic activity in Indonesia

    Bad weather is hampering rescue efforts to the tsunami hit Mentawai Islands. Mount Merapi volcano continues to erupt violently.

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

  • Flooding in Thailand

    Heavy rainfall is causing flash flooding in southern Thailand. Other areas are also experiencing problems as a result of earlier flooding.

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

  • Turkey travel advice - explosion in Istanbul

    There was an explosion in Taksim Square in central Istanbul on 31 October 2010.

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

  • Travel Advice for Champions League and Europa League matches next week

    Manchester United, Rangers, Arsenal and Manchester City are playing in Europe next week. Check our travel advice if you're going to the match.

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

  • Flight disruption in Finland

    Mechanics' strike causes flight cancellations at Finnish airports

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

  • State Visit of The Emir of Qatar

    The Queen welcomed The Emir of Qatar and his family as her guests at Windsor Castle today.

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

  • Two in five travellers risk being left with no cash on holiday

    Foreign Office issues advice as survey reveals that nearly half (42%) of British travellers carry all of their spending money with them at all times rather than leaving some in a hotel safe while abroad.

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

  • Rail strikes in Greece

    Rail services in Greece will be affected by strike action between 25 - 29 October.

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