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  • Floods in Fiji

    A severe flood warning remains in place for low lying areas of Western Viti Levu island.

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

  • Government's response to the sinking of the Costa Concordia

    Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne and Transport Minister Mike Penning have updated Parliament on the Government's response to the Costa Concordia sinking.

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

  • Embassy in Liberia re-opens

    Foreign Secretary William Hague has announced the re-opening of the British Embassy in Liberia.

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

  • Change of Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of belarus

    Mr Bruce Bucknell has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Republic of belarus.

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

  • Costa Concordia cruise ship update

    Foreign Secretary William Hague announced on 15 January that, on the basis of all the information available to us, all British Nationals involved are now accounted for and safe.

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

  • Foreign Secretary comments on British Nationals on the Costa Concordia

    The Costa Concordia Italian Cruise Liner ran aground on Friday 13 January off the coast of Giglio island. Foreign Secretary William Hague spoke about the incident on the Murnaghan programme this morning.

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

  • Statement on visa applications in Iran

    Foreign Office Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt updated Parliament on the latest information regarding visa applications in Iran, following the closure of our embassy in Tehran.

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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

  • New Year Honours for crises staff at the Foreign Office

    The Foreign Office is delighted that 19 of our staff have received recognition in the New Year Honours List for their exceptional contributions in delivering the UK response to crises overseas this year.

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

  • Holiday travel advice

    A few simple preparations before and during your stay can help to make your Christmas holiday safe and trouble free.

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

  • Holiday travel: Strikes

    Strikes in some European countries could affect travel during the holidays. Check our advice before you set off.

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

  • Change of Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark

    Ms Vivien Frances Life has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister sends condolences to those affected by flooding in the Philippines

    Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne has expressed his condolences to those affected by the severe flooding in the Philippines.

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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

  • Change of Her Majesty's Ambassador to Mongolia

    Mr Christopher Charles Stuart has been appointed Her Majesty's Ambassador to Mongolia. He will take up his appointment during April 2012.

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

  • Be safe on the slopes this winter

    Many Brits are planning a winter sports holiday over the coming months. New research shows that one in five travellers are not taking out insurance, and the costs of an accident on the slopes can be huge.

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

  • Dogs 1, Pirates 0

    A UK-trained police dog team has today gathered vital evidence to help prosecute seven suspected pirates in the Seychelles.

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

  • Information for travellers: planned UK strike action

    Update for passengers travelling to the UK on November 30th 2011.

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

  • African rally racing – know the risks

    If you are taking part in a cross country rally that travels through the Sahel region of North Africa, you should be aware of the high risk of kidnaps and terrorist attacks.

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

  • Elections in Egypt

    The first phase of elections in Egypt is due to take place on 28 November. We advise British nationals to stay away from polling stations, and to avoid all crowds and demonstrations.

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