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  • HMS Dragon proves versatile in the Gulf

    In the space of just 7 days Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon has hosted 4 different types of aircraft during her ongoing operations in the Gulf.

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

  • Royal Marines begin Exercise Albanian Lion

    A large-scale exercise which will see more than 600 Royal Marines hone their skills alongside their Albanian counterparts is now underway.

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

  • Royal Navy takes part in counter-drugs operations

    Royal Navy warship HMS Argyll has just completed an intense period of counter-narcotics operations in the eastern Pacific Ocean.

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

  • British and Portuguese marines train together

    Marines from the UK and Portugal have taken part in a training exercise on HMS Bulwark to share knowledge of amphibious operations.

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

  • The RAF's first female Air Vice-Marshal

    Elaine West has become the first woman to be promoted to Air Vice-Marshal within the RAF.

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

  • Royal Navy and RAF join forces in the Gulf

    A Royal Navy warship and RAF Typhoons have put their skills and technology to the test during a joint exercise.

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

  • British Embassy Manila remains open but services still limited

    The British Embassy in Manila is open but with reduced staff due to continued flooding in Manila.

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

  • Cebu shipping accident

    The British Embassy Manila is ready to offer Consular assistance to any British nationals affected by the incident.

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

  • Information Note - Changes to notarial and documentary services

    Changes to the notarial and documentary services offered at our missions overseas

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

  • US Blind Veterans Association to host British blind veterans at National Convention

    US combat-blinded service members will join six British legally blind veterans at the Blinded Veterans Association’s 68th National Convention.

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

  • Advice for British nationals in Kolkata

    Consular Section at the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata will be closed on 13 August.

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

  • Advice for British nationals in Kolkata

    Consular Section at the British Deputy High Commission in Kolkata will be closed on 13 August.

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

  • Pretoria Consular Offices will close briefly from 8 am to 10 am on 8 August 2013

    Pretoria Consular Offices will be closed briefly from 8 am to 10 am on 8 August 2013.

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

  • MOD Police dog scoops top canine award

    A Ministry of Defence Police dog and his handler have scooped a top award at the British Police and Services Canine Association Dog Trials.

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

  • RAF rescues stranded family

    An RAF search and rescue crew have carried out a daring mission to save a mother and her 2 young daughters trapped by a fast-rising river.

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

  • Top tips for what to do - Forest Fire

    In light of the high risk of forest fires this season, British Consul Paul Rodwell discussed with Irene Rodríguez, Director of Emergencies for the Valencian Community, what should be done in the event of a fire.

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

  • Retained firefighters to be given access to fire service pension scheme

    Fire Minister Brandon Lewis launches a consultation on proposals to give retained firefighters access to fire service pension benefits.

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

  • New ‘common sense’ guidance will help fire service tackle riots better

    Guidance will help get the balance right between protecting people’s property and lives and ensuring the safety of firefighters.

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

  • Important notice for British nationals in Chennai

    Consular Section at the British Deputy High Commission in Chennai will only be open for emergency assistance on 11 July.

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

  • Statement by Michael Fallon on managing radioactive waste safely programme: publication of the 3rd annual report

    The 3rd MRWS annual report has been published today.

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