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His Majesty The King will lead the nation, alongside the Prime Minister and defence chiefs, in a two-minute silence to remember those who died in conflict
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
It was 5 June 1944, when 38 Group RAF, 6th Airborne Division and the Harwell-based Glider Regiment, flew to the shores of Normandy, ahead of D-Day.
A message from the Security Industry Authority, seven years on from the Manchester Arena attack.
This report 'Britain’s promise to remember' outlines the Holocaust Commission's findings and recommendations.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak today launched the commemorations for the 80th anniversary of D-Day by lighting a torch that will tour the UK before travelling to France.
Information for British nationals affected by rape or sexual assault abroad, including how to access medical treatment and legal advice in the UK.
The Armed Forces led commemorations in London to pay respect to Australian and New Zealand Armed Forces personnel.
175 men from 11 overseas countries were awarded the Victoria Cross during the First World War. In June 2014, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office launched a campaign to mark the UK's gratitude by presenting bronze memorial plaques to their home...
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's remarks at the British Normandy Memorial for the 80th anniversary of D-Day [6 June 2024].
Seven people have been appointed to the Committee responsible for recommending proposals for a permanent memorial and legacy programme to remember Queen Elizabeth II.
The Foreign Secretary gave a speech at the annual Holocaust Memorial Day reception held at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.
Commemorations are being held across the country to remember the sacrifice of British soldiers in the Korean War, with more than 1,000 killed in action.
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