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  • Madrid emergency services train British consular staff

    A joint initiative between the British Consulate-General and Madrid’s emergency services, Samur-Protección Civil, has provided British consular staff, the Foreign Office front-line, with training on key aspects of the job of…

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

  • Wish you were here? Travel advice and social media

    How the Foreign Office is using the power of social media to help keep British travellers safe.

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

  • Strikes in France and Spain

    Strikes in France on 23 September and in Spain on 29 September are likely to affect domestic and international travel.

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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

    Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United 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

  • Henry Bellingham statement on Sudan's Day of Action

    Joint statement by Stephen O'Brien MP and Henry Bellingham MP

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

  • Hurricane warnings issued for Bermuda and Mexico

    A hurricane watch has been issued for Hurricane Igor in Bermuda and hurricane warnings in Mexico extended as Hurricane Karl approaches.

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

  • Tropical storm warning issued for Mexico and Belize

    A storm watch has been issued for Tropical Storm Karl, affecting parts of Mexico and Belize.

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

  • Travel advice for fans going to Champions League and Europa League matches this week

    Tottenham, Manchester City and Chelsea are playing matches in Europe this week. If you’re going to the matches, check our travel advice for fans.

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

  • Extraordinary UKaid response for flood stricken Punjab and Sindh

    Speaking in Parliament yesterday, Development Secretary Andrew Mitchell said "The floods in Pakistan are extraordinary; and demand an extraordinary response"

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

  • French rail disruption

    Industrial action is expected to cause delays and cancellations to rail transport in France on 7 September.

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

  • New Zealand assesses earthquake damage

    There has been extensive damage to buildings in Christchurch following an earthquake on Saturday.

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

  • Guatemala hit by floods

    Parts of the country are in a state of emergency following landslides.

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

  • Hurricane warnings issued along east coast of the USA

    Travellers should monitor local weather bulletins or contact their tour representative for more information.

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

  • Euro 2012 qualifiers: Advice for travelling fans

    England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales are playing qualifying matches for the Euro 2012 competition.

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

  • Fit to travel? Get the lowdown on travel health

    Get essential health information for travellers from the National Travel Health Network and Centre

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

  • Foreign Office statement on Gilad Shalit

    The Foreign Office demands the immediate and unconditional release of the Israeli soldier.

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

  • UEFA Europa League: Advice for travelling fans

    Liverpool, Celtic and Dundee United are playing qualifying matches in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday

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

  • Beware of tomatoes - La Tomatina festival, Valencia

    La Tomatina is the world's biggest organised tomato fight, but apart from flying tomatoes you should look out for simple travel pitfalls that could spoil the fun.

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

  • Road hazards - hiring motorbikes and scooters abroad

    Many Britons are injured each year in road accidents involving hired motorbikes and scooters. Make sure you’re not one of them.

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

  • Budget air operator folds

    Kiss Flights ceases trading, but the Civil Aviation Authority says customers with flights will be able to complete holidays.

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