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  • Important notice

    Temporary telephone disruption due to maintenance

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

  • Consultation on fragrance allergens: Government Chemist response

    Letter from the Government Chemist to the European Commission supporting its proposal to exclude 3 fragrance allergens from cosmetics.

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  • ADI standards check: simpler and clearer grading structure

    The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced a simpler and clearer grading structure for driving instructors.

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  • Conference: Mediafax Talks about Digital Europe

    The set up of an European digital single market will be debated at the event

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

  • Consultation on rectifying consumer disputes launched

    A consultation launched today (11 March 2014) is setting out the government's proposals for an alternative dispute resolution for consumers.

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

  • Lawyers, Notaries, Translators, Interpreters & Doctors in Tunisia

    An opportunity for select businesses to be listed on the British Embassy’s website

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

  • Misleading websites to face the squeeze

    Consumer Minister Jenny Willott confirms extra funding for the National Trading Standards Board to investigate misleading websites.

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

  • British Embassy San Jose hosts Workshop on Contraband and Illicit Trade

    British Embassies of Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Panama join forces to host this important regional event

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

  • Consumers and businesses 1 step closer to new Bill of Rights

    Consumers will be closer to having enhanced easy to understand consumer rights following the introduction of the new Consumer Rights Bill.

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

  • National Fraud Authority anual report and accounts: 2012 to 2013

    This WMS was delivered on 21 January to the House of Commons by James Brokenshire and to the House of Lords by Lord Taylor of Holbeach.

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

  • British Embassy Manila: Call for bids to the Prosperity Fund

    The British Embassy is inviting organisations to consider submitting project proposals to the Prosperity Programme Fund.

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

  • Know your shopper's rights before you hit the Christmas sales

    Before handing over your hard-earned cash in the sales, make sure you know your rights to a refund or exchange.

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

  • Shoppers to make more informed choices on minced meat

    New minced meat labelling laws will mean for the first time that shoppers buying ‘lean’ minced meat are guaranteed a low fat product.

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

  • British Embassy Kyiv public holidays

    Embassy closed on 25, 26, 27 December, 1 and 7 January for public holidays

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

  • Government cuts off costly calls

    Customers calling helplines to complain will no longer have to pay more than the basic rate putting a stop to costly calls.

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

  • Changes to British Passport Services in Indonesia and Timor-Leste

    Changes to passport services for British nationals

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

  • Progress on clearer pricing in supermarkets

    Major supermarkets in the UK have acted to make pricing clearer and simpler for shoppers following a meeting with the Consumer Minister.

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

  • Press briefing: morning 3 December 2013

    The Prime Minister’s Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on energy, toll roads, China and water bills.

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

  • Putting an end to shock mobile bills

    Consumers will be better protected from huge bills run-up on stolen mobiles.

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

  • National Fraud Authority

    On 2 December 2013, the Home Secretary announced the closure of the National Fraud Authority.

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