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Only a Syrian led political solution will resolve this conflict: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Only a Syrian led political solution will resolve this conflict: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 03 December 2024

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

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UK bolsters humanitarian funding for Gaza on minister’s visit to the region

UK bolsters humanitarian funding for Gaza on minister’s visit to the region

Monday, 02 December 2024

The international community will convene at a humanitarian conference in Egypt to collaborate on boosting aid in Gaza. ...

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Joint statement on the developments in Syria

Joint statement on the developments in Syria

Monday, 02 December 2024

Joint statement from the United States, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom on the current situation in Syria....

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UK statement on developments in Syria

UK statement on developments in Syria

Sunday, 01 December 2024

The UK has released a statement following developments in Syria ...

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UK secures another signatory for its ‘Shadow Fleet’ call to action as New Zealand and UK Foreign Secretaries pledge closer cooperation

UK secures another signatory for its ‘Shadow Fleet’ call to action as New Zealand and UK Foreign Secretaries pledge closer cooperation

Friday, 29 November 2024

New Zealand will sign up to the UK’s ‘Shadow Fleet’ initiative, as part of the first annual UK-NZ Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue in London. ...

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Presentation by Chairs of the Three OSCE Committees: UK response, November 2024

Presentation by Chairs of the Three OSCE Committees: UK response, November 2024

Thursday, 28 November 2024

Ambassador Neil Holland thanks the three OSCE Committee chairs for their work to uphold OSCE principles and commitments....

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Royal Navy and Global Fishing Watch partner to tackle global illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, including in the Indo Pacific

Royal Navy and Global Fishing Watch partner to tackle global illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, including in the Indo Pacific

Thursday, 28 November 2024

A new agreement will see information, data and technical advice on maritime activity shared, to raise awareness of and prevent illegal acts....

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Russia has created a humanitarian crisis in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia has created a humanitarian crisis in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 28 November 2024

Ambassador Holland condemns the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and calls on Russia to end its illegal war and comply with international law....

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Israeli Palestinian correspondent banking services: E3 foreign ministers’ joint statement

Israeli Palestinian correspondent banking services: E3 foreign ministers’ joint statement

Thursday, 28 November 2024

E3 foreign ministers renew calls for the urgent extension of reciprocal banking arrangements by at least 12 months to prevent economic collapse in the...

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New UK investment to unlock billions to tackle root causes of irregular migration, climate change and growth crises.

New UK investment to unlock billions to tackle root causes of irregular migration, climate change and growth crises.

Thursday, 28 November 2024

UK announces contribution to International Development Association (IDA), the World Bank’s fund for the world’s lowest income countries...

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Russia has intensified its deliberate targeting of civilian energy infrastructure: UK statement at the UN Security Council 

Russia has intensified its deliberate targeting of civilian energy infrastructure: UK statement at the UN Security Council 

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN at the UN Security Council meeting on the maintenance of peace and sec...

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The Helsinki Decalogue remains valid, important and relevant today: UK statement to the OSCE

The Helsinki Decalogue remains valid, important and relevant today: UK statement to the OSCE

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Ambassador Holland underlines ongoing relevance of Helsinki Decalogue and calls on Russia to return to full compliance with its OSCE commitments....

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UK is developing Solar Energy and Wind Farms in the Philippines

UK is developing Solar Energy and Wind Farms in the Philippines

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

The UK is investing in the largest solar energy project in the Philippines and is developing four new wind farms across the country. ...

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This resolution did not provide sufficient reassurance for our concerns: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Second Committee

This resolution did not provide sufficient reassurance for our concerns: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Second Committee

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Explanation of vote by Tara Soomro, Ambassador to ECOSOC, at the UN Second Committee on the International Tax Cooperation....

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Joint statement on G7 diamond sanctions

Joint statement on G7 diamond sanctions

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Botswana and the G7 announce plans to improve transparency in the diamond trade. A new certification node will help stop Russian origin diamonds enter...

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The UK’s commitment to the UN Development System remains unquestionable: UK Statement at the UN Second Committee

The UK’s commitment to the UN Development System remains unquestionable: UK Statement at the UN Second Committee

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

Statement by Shadi Fathizadeh, Head of Humanitarian, Peacebuilding and UN Funds and Programmes at the UN Second Committee on the Quadrennial Comprehen...

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Russia’s veto prevented necessary Council action on the basic right of African civilians to be protected: UK statement at the UN General Assembly

Russia’s veto prevented necessary Council action on the basic right of African civilians to be protected: UK statement at the UN General Assembly

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN General Assembly meeting on the use of the veto....

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Humanitarian workers should never be targeted for their work: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Humanitarian workers should never be targeted for their work: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the protection of humanitar...

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Statement to the 29th Session of the Conference of the States Parties of the OPCW

Statement to the 29th Session of the Conference of the States Parties of the OPCW

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

Statement by Her Excellency Joanna Roper, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland....

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The Foreign Secretary's statement on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese Hizballah

The Foreign Secretary's statement on the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese Hizballah

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanese Hizballah offers hope, says the Foreign Secretary. ...

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An immediate ceasefire and the immediate release of hostages is the best way to achieve peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council

An immediate ceasefire and the immediate release of hostages is the best way to achieve peace: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 25 November 2024

Statement by Ambassador Barbara Woodward, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East Peace Process....

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The UK's Indo Pacific policy: FCDO Minister's speech to the IISS

The UK's Indo Pacific policy: FCDO Minister's speech to the IISS

Monday, 25 November 2024

FCDO Indo-Pacific Minister Catherine West gave a keynote speech to the International Institute for Strategic Studies today, on the UK's Indo-Pacific p...

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UK imposes new wave of sanctions to choke Russian oil revenues as Foreign Secretary arrives in Italy for G7

UK imposes new wave of sanctions to choke Russian oil revenues as Foreign Secretary arrives in Italy for G7

Monday, 25 November 2024

30 ships in Russia’s shadow fleet have today been sanctioned by the UK...

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Tough new action to tackle violence against women and girls as government marks 16 Days of Activism

Tough new action to tackle violence against women and girls as government marks 16 Days of Activism

Monday, 25 November 2024

New UK action announced to tackle online violence and abuse against women and girls. ...

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Quad joint statement on IAEA Board of Governors adoption of resolution on Iran

Quad joint statement on IAEA Board of Governors adoption of resolution on Iran

Saturday, 23 November 2024

The UK, France, Germany and the United States have issued a joint statement welcoming the adoption of an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Boa...

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Expansion of settlements undermines peace and must cease immediately: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Fourth Committee

Expansion of settlements undermines peace and must cease immediately: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Fourth Committee

Friday, 22 November 2024

Explanation of Vote by Archie Young, UK Ambassador to the General Assembly, at the UN Fourth Committee on Palestine....

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After 1000 days, Ukraine retains strong support at the Permanent Council: UK statement to the OSCE

After 1000 days, Ukraine retains strong support at the Permanent Council: UK statement to the OSCE

Friday, 22 November 2024

Ambassador Holland estimates that the Council will have heard at least 1000 statements in support of Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began, whil...

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UK Statement at WTO AI Conference

UK Statement at WTO AI Conference

Friday, 22 November 2024

The UK's Minister for the Future Digital Economy and Online Safety, Baroness Jones, delivered the keynote speech at the WTO's AI Conference in Geneva....

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NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Quad statement to the IAEA Board, November 2024

NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Quad statement to the IAEA Board, November 2024

Thursday, 21 November 2024

France, Germany, the UK and United States (the Quad) gave a joint statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board meeting about Iran'...

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NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Resolution to the IAEA Board of Governors, November 2024

NPT Safeguards Agreement with Iran: Resolution to the IAEA Board of Governors, November 2024

Thursday, 21 November 2024

On behalf of France, Germany, the UK and United States (the Quad), Amb. Corinne Kitsell delivered a joint statement to the International Atomic Energy...

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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office We are appalled by the deteriorating trajectory in the West Bank and East Jerusalem: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Attorney General's Office Public legal education: new principles and committee

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Summoning of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office The United Kingdom remains steadfast in its commitment to media freedom around the world: UK statement at the UN

The Charity Commission Registered charity status: a social contract

Legal Aid Agency Legal Aid Provider Survey 2026

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Rebuilding Britain for the new world: Liz Kendall’s speech at the Royal United Services Institute

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency Precautionary?recall of antidepressant medication due to manufacturing error

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Britain must secure greater control and leverage over AI to protect our national security in fractured world

HM Revenue & Customs Teenager turning 16? Don't miss out on Child Benefit

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