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Updated Between 1 January 2013
and 31 December 2013
  • More small businesses benefiting as lending scheme hits 3 year high

    Small and medium-sized enterprises are increasingly able to secure bank loans supported by a government-backed scheme.

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

  • British Ambassador to South Sudan at Govt-NGO Partnership Review

    British Ambassador to South Sudan Ian Hughes spoke at the South Sudan Government-NGO Partnership Review conference held in Juba on Tuesday, 19 November 2013.

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

  • Sustainable Development through ‘green economics’

    Why the UK believes that tackling climate change and implementing sustainable energy policies are not only environmental issues – rather, they are matters of prosperity and security

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

  • Mr Shunichi Sugioka, Chairman of Hankyu Department Store, honoured by HM The Queen

    In recognition of his contribution to commercial and cultural relations between the UK and Japan, Tim Hitchens, the British Ambassador to Japan, conducted an investiture ceremony for Mr Shunichi Sugioka at the British Embass…

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

  • Wales must speak with one voice to boost tourism

    Baroness Jenny Randerson to speak at Wales Tourism Alliance Conference

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

  • Cornwall's chance to shape the future of farming and rural life

    A CAP workshop in Cornwall will bring together farmers, businesses and environmental groups to discuss funding with minister Dan Rogerson.

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

  • Embassy consular section closure

    The Consular section of the British Embassy in Seoul will be closed in the afternoon on 12 December.

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

  • Global index set to boost energy investment in developing world

    Climatescope index will encourage use of clean energy and boost private investment in 55 countries.

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

  • UK Priority Visa service helps bring family together

    Ambassador Sparkes today returned passports of Prem K Rai & Chhali Rai- the first people to use the UK’s new priority visa service in Nepal

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

  • PM statement on eve of 50th anniversary of John F Kennedy's death

    The PM pays tribute to the energy, optimism and hope that John F Kennedy defined and how the legacy from his presidency is still felt.

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

  • Turks and Caicos post Cabinet update 21 November 2013

    Governor Peter Beckingham chaired the 25th meeting of Cabinet on at the Hilly Ewing Building, Providenciales, Wednesday, 20 November 2013

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

  • EU invest $15 million in Turks and Caicos growth and prosperity

    An agreement to invest $15 million of European Union (EU) cash into making TCI more business friendly was signed in Providenciales today, Thursday, 21 November 2013.

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

  • Association of Colleges conference 2013: colleges and innovation

    Vince Cable recognises further education achievements and asks colleges to innovate more than ever at Association of Colleges conference.

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

  • Foreign Secretary disappointed at Ukraine decision to put signature of EU-Ukraine Association Agreement on hold

    UK remains committed to strengthening the EU-Ukraine relationship.

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

  • FCO Minister of State for India hosts diaspora at the FCO

    Hugo Swire and Virendra Sharma host British Indian diaspora reception to recognise contribution to the UK-India partnership.

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

  • Tourism set for a boost

    Report reveals tourism is crucial to economy

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

  • Army reservists conduct live firing exercise

    Reservists of the Royal Wessex Yeomanry have trained alongside former regular soldiers in a live firing exercise on Lulworth Ranges, Dorset.

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

  • Workshop about Maritime Search and Rescue in Uruguay

    The British Embassy in Montevideo sponsored the visit of two British experts.

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

  • FCO Minister comments on the recent elections in Nepal

    FCO Minister Hugo Swire expresses support for Nepal’s Constituent Assembly elections and an inclusive constitutional settlement in Nepal.

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

  • Typhoon Haiyan: Greening hails range of business contributions to relief effort

    British companies support the UK’s response to Typhoon Haiyan by donating their time, cash and equipment towards the humanitarian effort.

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