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  • Britain and Latin America: historic friends, future partners

    Foreign Secretary William Hague discussed the UK's relationship with Latin America in his Canning Lecture on 9 November.

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

  • Navy helicopter pilot returns from first Helmand tour

    A Royal Navy helicopter pilot has recently returned from his first three-month deployment to Afghanistan where he flew his Sea King Mk4 helicopter in and around the Green Zone in Helmand province.

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

  • New CDS praises success of recent Navy operations

    New Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir David Richards, has praised the Royal Navy's recent role in responding to various worldwide events and promoting the interests of the UK and her allies.

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

  • HMS Edinburgh returns to fleet after upgrade

    A ceremony marking HMS Edinburgh's return to the fleet after a £17.5m upgrade took place at Portsmouth Naval Base last week.

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

  • 2 PARA help bring education to Helmand village

    The Spin Masjid school building project, set for completion in two months, was the focus of the meeting, which attracted a delegation of education…

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

  • Minister for Africa "welcomes" final report from election observers in Ethiopia

    Foreign Office Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham described the European Union Observers report "as fair, balanced and credible" following elections in Ethiopia on 23 May.

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

  • Israeli settlements: "extremely disappointing and unhelpful"

    Foreign Secretary William Hague commented after the announcement yesterday that a further 1,352 housing units would be constructed in East Jerusalem settlements.

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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

  • Senior Aircraftman Scott Hughes dies in Cyprus

    It is with sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm that Senior Aircraftman Scott 'Scotty' Hughes, serving with Number 1 Squadron Royal Air Force Regiment, died in Cyprus on Sunday 7 November 2010 following …

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  • £750m Rolls Royce deal signed at UK-China summit

    The agreement was to supply Trent 700 engines for 16 Airbus A330s to China Eastern Airlines, and on a carbon partnership. Business Secretary…

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

  • New plans to secure the future of the Post Office

    Minister for Postal Affairs Edward Davey said: “We’re determined to turn the Post Office network around and end the years of decline. The Post…

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

  • Call for proposals for NER300 funding published

    The European Commission has published its call for proposals for NER300 funding for renewables and CCS projects. The relevant documents can …

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

  • Charities Minister calls on financiers to support social investment

    A new investment market that measures returns in social as well as financial value could close the gap between business and charity.

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

  • Nick Clegg meets President of Turkey

    Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has today met with Abdullah Gul, President of the Republic of Turkey. The Deputy Prime Minister…

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

  • November London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic budget report published - Anticipated final cost down £29m

    The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games remains on time and within budget, data published today by the Government and Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) confirms.

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

  • November London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic budget report published - Anticipated final cost down £29m

    The London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games remains on time and within budget.

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

  • Damian Green welcomes close working with Afghan Government

    At a meeting with the Afghan Minister of Refugees and Repatriation, the UK immigration minister has committed to continued cooperation.

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

  • Home Office challenges 7/7 inquests ruling

    The department has appealed a decision by the coroner of the 7/7 inquests that she could not hear evidence in closed sessions.

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

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

  • New members appointed to Regional Flood Defence Committees (RFDC)

    Derek Antrobus appointed as the Chair of North West RFDC and James Morrish as the Chair of South West RFDC, plus 3 new members.

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