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  • Countries share lessons in line with UN campaign, ‘Children, Not Soldiers’

    Joint statement by Minister for Africa, James Duddridge, and Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, Leila Zerrougui.

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

  • The Secretary of State addresses the Women to Watch reception

    Nicky Morgan speaks about how business and government need to work together to help women progress.

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

  • UK Statement at Panel Discussion on South Sudan, Human Rights Council, Geneva

    Statement delivered by the UK on 24 September in which the UK affirms its strong support for the peace talks in Ethiopia and encourages the participation of women.

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

  • Foreign Office concerned at sentence of Ilham Tohti

    Foreign Office expresses concern after Uighur academic Dr Ilham Tohti was sentenced to life imprisonment in China.

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

  • EU statement on the sentencing of Uighur academic Ilham Tohti

    EU statement by the Spokesperson on the sentencing of respected Uighur academic Ilham Tohti.

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

  • Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service 2015: last chance to nominate

    Nominate a volunteer group for the 2015 Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service by 30 September 2014.

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

  • UK strengthens capacity on human rights in Laos

    British Embassy sponsors Lao government participation in training on international human rights law held in the UK.

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

  • Cabinet Office launches £1 million fund to support family carers

    Inspiring social action projects that support unpaid family carers will be helped to grow through a new fund worth up to £1 million.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister for Human Rights visits Geneva

    Baroness Anelay made her first overseas visit since her appointment as Minister with responsibility for Human Rights and International Organisations.

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

  • FCO Minister welcomes calls for action on Syrian human rights abuses

    Middle East Minister Tobias Ellwood welcomes report by International Commission investigating human rights abuses in Syria.

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

  • Cities of Service launches to help volunteers address local issues

    Over the next 18 months the programme will encourage up to 2,000 volunteers to get involved in local issues in UK cities.

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

  • Foreign Office Minister welcomes British MP observing Fiji election

    Hugo Swire welcomes the appointment of Meg Munn MP to the Multinational Observer Group observing Fiji’s election in September.

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

  • Research Study – Women in the Workplace

    Important research study among employers across Great Britain, investigating gender workforce issues.

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

  • The Centre for Youth Impact launches

    The Centre for Youth Impact (CYI) will help measure and increase the impact of youth sector organisations.

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

  • Singapore National Paralympic Council Fundraising Reception - Speech by HE Antony Phillipson

    Speech delivered by High Commissioner for a fundraising reception for the Singapore National Paralympic Council.

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

  • Update - Child care business scheme

    Apply now for a cash boost of up to £500 to help start up your new business.

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

  • Hague and Jolie welcome DRC Army Action Plan on Sexual Violence

    The Democratic Republic of Congo government has launched the first Action Plan for the Congolese Army on tackling Sexual Violence.

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

  • People helping people: the future of public services

    Brooks Newmark spoke about social action in his first speech as Minister for Civil Society.

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

  • Visiting Falkland Islander asserts Islanders’ right of self determination

    Barry Elsby, Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) of the Falkland Islands concluded a two day visit to Guatemala, aimed at defending the Islanders right of self-determination, and highlighting the economic opportunities …

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

  • Civilian Gallantry List: 2014

    The names of the individuals who have received The Queen's Gallantry Medal and The Queen's Commendation for Bravery.

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