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  • Brits caught out by unusual laws and customs

    FCO encourages people to research destinations before they travel

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

  • FCO reveals consequences of overindulging on holiday

    New statistics show peer pressure and cheap drinks can lead to more than a holiday hangover.

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

  • UK remains committed to Gibraltar and its people

    Following comments reported today, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office has reasserted its ties with Gibraltar.

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

  • Lost passports abroad cost Brits £5 million a year

    Thousands of British nationals pay for emergency travel documents every month as last-minute passport replacements

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

  • Change of High Commissioner to Mauritius

    Mr Jonathan Drew MBE has been appointed British High Commissioner to Mauritius.

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

  • Foreign Secretary sends his condolences after coach crash in Italy

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has expressed his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the coach crash in Italy.

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

  • FCO launches new Twitter service offering travel advice and help

    British people travelling or living overseas can now get help from the FCO on Twitter.

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

  • Change of Her Majesty’s Ambassador to Macedonia

    Mr Charles Garrett has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of Macedonia.

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

  • Consular Network in Greece helping hundreds of Brits

    British Behaviour Abroad 2012-13 report shows Consular staff in Greece helping hundreds of Brits in trouble.

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

  • New figures reveal FCO assisted over 19,000 Brits last year

    FCO report shows Government helping thousands of Brits in trouble abroad every year

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

  • Vietnam vs Arsenal

    Advice for fans travelling to Vietnam for Arsenal’s match with the Vietnam National Team on 17 July 2013

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

  • Change to UK Travel Advice for Egypt

    In view of the continued unrest, the FCO has updated its travel advice for Egypt.

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

  • Holiday Brits risking their lives on balconies

    The Foreign & Commonwealth Office and ABTA urge British nationals to take care on balconies in popular holiday hotspots

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

  • Taking action to help prevent balcony incidents abroad

    There have been 13 incidents of young people falling from balconies so far this year, three cases resulted in death while others have been seriously injured.

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

  • Rugby world cup sevens 2013

    Travel advice for rugby fans travelling to Russia 28-30 June 2013

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

  • Emergency consular assistance in Spain

    Emergency contact numbers for consular assistance may be disrupted on 15-16 June. Alternative telephone numbers are available.

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

  • Brits honoured for excellent work for UK abroad

    Diplomatic Service & Overseas Birthday Honours List celebrates achievements of 99 Britons in business, human rights, education & sport.

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

  • Emergency consular assistance in Portugal

    On Friday 14 June, emergency contact numbers for consular assistance in Portugal may be disrupted

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

  • Young Brits failing to get cover for adventurous pursuits abroad

    FCO issues warning about inadequate insurance cover for holiday activities

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

  • Brazil vs. England

    Advice for fans travelling to Brazil for England’s match with Brazil on 2 June 2013.

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