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Preventing sexual violence in conflict - Speech by Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie spoke at the launch of the UK Government initiative on preventing sexual violence in conflict, and the screening of the film “In the Land of Blood and Honey”, a film she directed.
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Throughout the crisis the British Government has consistently condemned the appalling violence, called for the Syrian regime to cease all attacks and for President Assad to step aside in the best interests of Syria and the unity of its people. Read about UK action and latest updates here ›
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Foreign Secretary William Hague with Angelina Jolie at the launch of the UK initiative on preventing sexual violence in conflict, 29 May 2012.
May292012 -
GREAT British Flash Mob!
The GREAT Campaign came to life at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on May 24 2012, with an exciting flash mob near the international food court (performed to ‘Jumpstart’ by These Kids Wear Crowns). Dancers were dressed as the Spice Girls, The Beatles, Austin Powers, David Beckham, Elton John and Harry Potter, alongside Union Jack T-Shirts - celebrating GREAT Britain.
The UK is in the world spotlight in 2012, with the Diamond Jubilee and London Olympics fast approaching. The GREAT Campaign is a global initiative, which leverages this platform, to remind the world of what is GREAT about Britain.
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There are credible and horrific reports that a large number of civilians have been massacred at the hands of Syrian forces in the town of Houla, including children.
Our urgent priority is to establish a full account of this appalling crime and to move swiftly to ensure that those responsible are identified and held to account. We are consulting urgently with our allies on a strong international response, including at the UN Security Council, the EU and UN Human Rights bodies. We will be calling for an urgent session of the UN Security Council in the coming days.
The Assad regime must ensure full and immediate access to Houla and other conflict areas in Syria for the UN monitoring team, and cease all military operations in full compliance with Joint Special Envoy’s Kofi Annan’s six-point plan.
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- Foreign Secretary William HagueMay272012 -
Date: Thursday, May 31, 2012
Location: Central Park, the Bandshell Area (enter at 72nd Street)
New York, New YorkRegistration Closing Date: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 @ 11:59 PM US/Eastern
Description: Come dressed in your British best to celebrate HM The Queen’s 60 years as monarch and Great Britain’s heritage and culture while fundraising for GEORGE (part of St George’s Society) and Disabled Sports USA. There will be pre-race festivities near the band-shell from 6:30, as well as prizes and photo opportunities for the best costumes representing a decade of the Queen’s reign. But don’t worry if you are more reserved, costumes are encouraged but not compulsory! Additionally -
Play Rugby USA in partnership with Premiership Rugby will be onsite with us for a Rugby Skills & Games Challenge. The clinic will feature 12 community coaches from each of the 12 English Premiership Rugby Teams along with some of the budding athletes in the Play Rugby USA program. Check back for details as the event date nears.
May222012 -
The UK in Chicago: Prime Minister David Cameron visits the Windy City
British Prime Minister David Cameron is in Chicago for a weekend of discussions on Afghanistan and other foreign policy issues at the NATO Summit. Before heading down to the Summit the Prime Minister took some time to meet with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
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US President Barack Obama welcomes Prime Minister David Cameron on arrival for the G8 Summit at Camp David.
Follow our coverage of the G8 and NATO Summits ›
(Source: flickr.com)
May192012 -
In advance of the NATO Conference on Afghanistan in Chicago on 20-21 May, the Foreign Secretary is inviting members of the public to tweet their questions on the UK’s policy towards Afghanistan by including his twitter name @WilliamJHague and the hashtag #askFS. At 2.00pm UK time, Thursday 17 May the Foreign Secretary will answer as many questions as possible.
Stay up to date with the NATO Conference on Twitter by using the hashtags #NATOSummit and #Chicago2012.
May152012 -
New York Consul-General Danny Lopez and colleagues attended the English Ball, a fundraiser hosted by the St. George’s Society of New York. The event honored Bob Diamond, Chief Executive of Barclays, and was held in the The Plaza’s Grand Ballroom.
Photos by Higgins Photo NYCMay142012
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