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  • Afghan forces to take on security lead for Nad-e Ali

    Afghanistan’s own forces will take lead responsibility for delivering security in a number of new areas across the country - including the Nad-e Ali district of Helmand where British forces operate.

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes unprecedented Arab League sanctions on Syria

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has welcomed the Arab League's leadership in seeking an end to the horrific violence in Syria.

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

  • Durban must build on what Kyoto began: The Rt Hon Chris Huhne MP article in the Telegraph

    The Rt Hon Chris Huhne MP, Secretary of State for energy and climate change “Durban must build on what Kyoto began” A year ago, in a swirl…

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

  • Final countdown to the London 2012 Paralympics

    Bank Holiday Monday marks one year until the opening of the Paralympic Games

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

  • Government to waive VAT on X-Factor charity single

    Chancellor of the Exchequer has today announced that the Government will waive VAT on sales of the X-Factor Christmas single.

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

  • DFID Research: Combating climate change is a unique challenge for development research

    November 2011 sees another round of negotiations on climate change with the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17) due to be held in Durban, South Africa.

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  • £1 billion Youth Contract

    Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg outlines a £1 billion pound Youth Contract to tackle youth unemployment.

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

  • Protecting and promoting the UK in a digital world

    The Government today published its new Cyber Security Strategy

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

  • Sultan [of Oman]’s Armed Forces Association annual dinner

    Speech by Lord Astor of Hever, DL, Under Secretary of State.

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

  • Mona Siddiqui on life in the UK

    In a short film launched today, the Pakistan-born academic talks about her experiences living in Britain, and discusses the many opportunities available.

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

  • Landmark year for Overseas Territories

    Annual meeting of the Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC) showcases successes of UK’s new strategy for the Territories.

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

  • This week at the Foreign Office

    A look at the work of the Foreign Office and its embassies overseas this week.

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

  • Foreign Secretary welcomes Moroccan elections

    Foreign Secretary William Hague describes the elections as important to Morocco’s progress towards greater democratic accountability, and recognises the huge opportunity for peaceful change in the region.

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

  • Prime Minister meets Libyan patient treated by NHS

    Abdulmalak Elhamdi, a 15 year old Libyan boy injured in Tripoli in September met Prime Minister David Cameron to pass on a letter of thanks for the treatment he received in the UK.

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

  • Rap star performs for troops home from Helmand

    UK rap and hip-hop star Professor Green headlined a star-studded show this week to welcome military personnel from 7th Armoured Brigade home from their mission in Afghanistan.

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

  • Defence Inquests Unit wins Civil Service Award

    Now in their sixth year, these awards celebrate and recognise individuals and teams who have shown outstanding achievements in delivering excellence…

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

  • British soldiers help Afghan police build checkpoint

    Soldiers from D Company, 5th Battalion The Rifles (5 RIFLES), supported the Afghan Uniform Police in the village of Khasar in the protected …

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

  • HMS Bangor home from Libya mission

    Royal Navy warship HMS Bangor returned home to Faslane today following 120 days of non-stop action supporting NATO operations off the coast of Libya.

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

  • British Services Antarctic Team complete final training

    The first ever joint Services expedition to the mainland of Antarctica will begin on 27 December 2011 and last for just over two months. The…

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

  • Minister marks the United Nations International Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women

    The Government's International Ministerial champion Lynne Featherstone has spoken about the UK government's action to prevent violence against women and to support victims.

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