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UK military joins the nation as it marks the centenary of the First World War.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Baroness Jenny Randerson: “The centenary offers a unique opportunity to bring us together as a nation.”
The Prime Minister's Spokesperson (PMS) answered questions on WW1 commemorations, Ebola, the Help to Buy scheme and Gaza-Israel.
NI Ministers will be taking part in several centenary events over the coming days. You can also get involved in the commemorations.
Commemorative events to mark the centenary of the start of the First World War.
Theresa Villiers today attended a dedication ceremony a for Cross of Sacrifice at Glasnevin Cemetery in Dublin.
Dr Murrison's letter is part of an arts project to commemorate the start of the First World War
Symbolic flower sown in the grounds of the British Embassy in Vienna as part of centenary commemorations marking the start of WW1
On 27 July the UK will participate in an event marking the last day of peace in Europe in 1914 as part of the Italian Government’s WW1 Commemoration programme.
First World War galleries showcases new exhibitions for everyone to enjoy.
The Prime Minister gave a speech at the reopening of the Imperial War Museum London.
The Prime Minister announces the 8 projects that will share nearly £20 million of funding to improve accommodation for armed forces veterans.
See highlights from the day-long #TalkingWW1 twitter event in our Storify.
Sajid Javid announces cathedrals across England set to receive almost £5 million for urgent repairs in the first round of First World War Centenary Cathedral repair fund grants.
4 August: Join DCMS and 14-18 NOW by marking the start of First World War through the #LightsOut campaign.
Picture by Welsh artist Dan Llywelyn Hall to be auctioned for charity.
The Secretary of State travelled to France to represent the UK government at the Somme anniversary commemorations.
Prime Minister David Cameron updated the House of Commons on last week’s European Council.
Foreign Office brings World War 1 diplomacy to life online with podcasts and live tweets.
Baroness Warsi represents the UK government at commemorations in Sarajevo to mark start of the First World War.
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