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  • A weekend to remember in London for VE Day 70

    Coming to London for the VE Day 70 weekend? Get the most out of the exciting weekend.

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

  • First day to last: The Navy and the Battle of the Atlantic

    In the first of three blogs, we take a look at three key moments for the Armed Forces in the Second World War.

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

  • Arctic Convoys exhibition opens in St Petersburg

    British Consul General Keith Allan attended the opening of an exhibition on the Arctic Convoys at the Peter and Paul Fortress in St Petersburg on 28 April. In this blog, Keith talks about the remarkable story of the Arctic C…

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

  • Reduced consular services at British Embassy Ljubljana

    Please check our consular working hours before coming to the Embassy in person.

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

  • Call for Bids: Dispute Settlement

    The bidding window for support to economic reform projects in Jordan is now open.

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

  • Call for Bids: Dispute Settlement

    The bidding window for support to economic reform projects in Jordan is now open.

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

  • The World’s War in Europe

    A look at the role of troops from the British Empire, Dominions and foreign nationals in the UK Armed Forces during the Second World War.

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

  • Red Arrows and historic buildings lit up to mark VE Day 70

    New details about the celebrations taking place on the weekend of the 70th anniversary of VE Day have been announced.

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

  • Star-studded concert announced to celebrate anniversary of VE Day

    Live Nation and BBC, in partnership with The Royal British Legion present VE Day 70: A Party to Remember.

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

  • The women of the Second World War

    A look at the role of women in the Second World War in the lead up to the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

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

  • Aluth Avurudda and Puthandu 2015: David Cameron's message

    The Prime Minister sends his best wishes to everyone celebrating Aluth Avurudda and to all Tamil communities celebrating Puthandu.

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

  • Talking to trustees

    Sarah Atkinson explains why the Charity Commission is working hard to encourage lay trustees to read and comment on its guidance.

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

  • Paddington is GREAT - Charity Film Screening in Budapest

    On 19 February 2015, the British Embassy organised a charity film screening for 300 disadvantaged children to watch the Paddington movie.

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

  • Nation gets behind VE Day 70 as the Palace confirms the Queen’s attendance

    The Queen will attend a service of thanksgiving for VE Day 70 and communities are encouraged to take part in the celebrations.

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

  • Embassy closed for Easter Holidays

    The British Embassy in Havana will be closed for Easter Holidays.

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

  • Veterans given special invitation to VE Day 70th anniversary celebrations

    Invitation for veterans of VE Day to take part in the national celebrations in London over the weekend of 8 to 10 May 2015.

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

  • UK delivers: Wadi Khaled’s farmers can now invest in their land

    Chargé d'affaires Abda Sharif visited Wadi Khaled, met with the mayors and saw in action a UK DFID funded irrigation canal

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

  • Celebrating three great English exports in 2015

    England marks two major anniversaries. It will be 800 years since the signing of the Magna Carta and 750 years since the formation of the first English parliament.

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

  • Passover 2015: Nick Clegg message

    The Deputy Prime Minister wishes everyone celebrating Passover 2015 the very best for a happy and enjoyable festival.

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

  • New members appointed to Big Lottery Fund UK Board as chair is re-appointed

    Francis Maude has appointed Natalie Campbell and Rachael Robathan as members of the Big Lottery Fund UK Board.

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