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  • Foreign Secretary written statement on Consular Strategy 2013-16

    The Foreign Secretary today launched a new strategy for consular services from 2013 to 2016 titled “Consular Excellence”

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

  • Human Rights and Democracy Report launch

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague has launched the Foreign Office Human Rights and Democracy report for 2012.

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

  • Death of former Prime Minister Lady Thatcher: Condolence book at the British Embassy Beirut

    The British embassy in Lebanon opened a condolences book for Lady Thatcher.

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

  • British Ambassador reiterates UK's strong support to Lebanese state institutions

    Fletcher discussed Lebanese stability and repercussions of Syria crisis with security officials

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

  • UK urges all parties in Lebanon to prioritise national interest

    Foreign Secretary underlines importance of all parties working together for national interest in Lebanon as challenges from Syria grow.

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

  • British Ambassador to Lebanon hosts a charity fundraiser

    British Ambassador Tom Fletcher held an open-house charity event for Father Roberts School for the Deaf.

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

  • English language teacher wins trip to the UK

    Ambassador Fletcher held a ceremony to hand out the prizes to winners of the 'Culture is Great' competition

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

  • UK Support for Court of Cambodia and Tribunal for Lebanon

    The Foreign Secretary William Hague has updated parliament on the UK contributions to the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia and the Special Tribunal for Lebanon.

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

  • This week at the Foreign Office

    A look at the work of the Foreign Office and its embassies overseas this week.

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

  • Foreign Secretary underlines UK support for stability in Lebanon

    Foreign Secretary William Hague in Lebanon today met leaders, outlined refugee aid, and pledged £1m to the Special Tribunal for Lebanon.

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

  • Foreign Secretary: UK aid to support Syrian refugees in Lebanon

    Foreign Secretary announces $17m in aid to support Syrian refugees and host communities in Lebanon, bringing UK total to $30m.

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

  • UK will help Lebanese Armed Forces train over 2,000 troops in the coming year

    The Foreign Secretary announced the UK is offering further assistance to help train Lebanese armed forces during his visit to Lebanon today.

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

  • Foreign Secretary horrified by Lebanon bombing

    Foreign Secretary William Hague said that this was a horrendous act that showed an appalling contempt for human life

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

  • Number 10 statement on Beirut attack

    Following the bomb attack in Lebanon today, a Number 10 spokesperson has given a statement.

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

  • Foreign Secretary meets Lebanese Prime Minister

    Foreign Secretary William Hague: "The UK strongly supports a stable, peaceful and prosperous future for Lebanon."

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

  • Palestinian Territories: New vital services for refugees

    Britain will help provide vital services to tens of thousands of refugees across the Occupied Palestinian Territories, Alan Duncan said today.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister visits Lebanon

    British Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt is in Beirut to relay the UK's strong commitment to an independent and secure Lebanon.

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

  • Foreign Secretary announces funding for international criminal tribunals

    Foreign Secretary William Hague announced additional UK funding for the Special Tribunal for Lebanon, the Extraordinary Chambers in the Courts of Cambodia and the Special Court for Sierra Leone.

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

  • Twiplomacy – Riding the Digital Tiger

    The top ten tips for Tweeting Ambassadors, many of which apply to others starting out in this medium. Around the World in 144 characters

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

  • Foreign Office Minister condemns Lebanon bomb attack

    Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt has condemned a bomb attack on a UN patrol in southern Lebanon which injured several French peacekeepers and civilians on 9 December.

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