Skip to main content
Equality, rights and citizenship

News and communications

Skip to results

2,669 results

Skip to results
2,669 results sorted by Updated (newest)
  • FCO calls on Ukrainian leadership to match words of reconciliation with action

    FCO watching developments in Kyiv with deep concern. Ukraine’s leaders must show they are committed to peaceful resolution of differences.

    • Updated:

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

  • Foreign Secretary speaks to Iranian Foreign Minister

    William Hague welcomes implementation of interim nuclear deal and reinforces need for a negotiated political transition in Syria.

    • Updated:

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

  • Human Rights and Democracy Report 2012 - Afghanistan

    Technical preparations for the 5 April presidential and provincial elections remain on track.

    • Updated:

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

  • Human Rights and Democracy 2012-Iran

    There was no substantive improvement in the human rights situation in Iran between October and December 2013. .

    • Updated:

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

  • Foreign Secretary deplores violence in Ukraine

    Foreign Secretary, William Hague, has called on all sides to address the concerns of the Ukrainian people.

    • Updated:

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

  • Human Rights and Democracy report 2012 - Pakistan

    During the last three months Pakistan has continued to grapple with numerous human rights challenges in an increasingly difficult security environment

    • Updated:

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

  • Update on countries featured in Human Rights and Democracy Report

    The Foreign Office has published reporting on 27 Countries of Concern. The quarterly updates cover October to December 2013.

    • Updated:

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

  • Cable – Use 2014 to get more women on boards

    FTSE350 companies challenged by Vince Cable and Lord Davies to seize the opportunity and increase the number of women in their boardrooms.

    • Updated:

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

  • FCO Minister condemns firing of rockets into Israel

    FCO Minister condemns firing of rockets into Israel and highlights need for all parties to respect ceasefire agreement.

    • Updated:

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

  • New initiative unpicks complicated data for disability groups

    Small disability groups could boost their chances of getting funding and improve their services thanks to new government help.

    • Updated:

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

  • Foreign Secretary expresses disappointment with anti-LGBT legislation in Nigeria

    The Foreign Secretary expressed disappointment that the Nigerian Same Sex Marriage Bill has received Presidential assent.

    • Updated:

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

  • MOD wins award for creating gay-friendly workplace

    The MOD is among a list of top employers who have been recognised for creating inclusive workplaces for lesbian, gay and bisexual employees.

    • Updated:

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

  • Minister for Africa expresses condolences over South Sudanese ferry disaster

    Mark Simmonds offers condolences to those affected by the sinking of a ferry carrying hundreds of people fleeing violence in South Sudan.

    • Updated:

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

  • Foreign Secretary marks third anniversary of Tunisian Jasmine Revolution

    William Hague welcomes significant progress in Tunisia's National Dialogue Roadmap and offers support for next phase of the transition.

    • Updated:

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

  • FCO Minister concerned by violence in Libya

    Foreign Office Minister condemns murder of Libyan Deputy Minister and highlights concern at violence in Sabha.

    • Updated:

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

  • British embassy seeks 2014/15 Kosovo Project Proposals

    Embassy welcomes project concept bids from organisations working in Kosovo by 26 January 2014

    • Updated:

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

  • Changes to British Passport Services in Australia

    From 13 January 2014 the process for applying for a British passport from Australia changed.

    • Updated:

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

  • British High Commissioner’s letter to Editor of Times of Malta

    British High Commissioner Rob Luke sets out UK's position on Malta's citizenship proposals

    • Updated:

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

  • Change to Passport Service for British Nationals in New Zealand

    From 13 January, they will need to send applications directly to Her Majesty’s Passport Office in the UK

    • Updated:

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

  • UK expresses concerns about the situation in Cambodia

    Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire calls on political parties in Cambodia to resume dialogue.

    • Updated:

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