Archive for September 29th, 2017

Speech: "Trafficking is a development issue, it’s a human rights issue, and it’s a security issue. It needs a coherent UN response."

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Statement on human trafficking and the Global Plan of Action by Ambassador Jonathan Allen, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN.

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Press release: Alistair Burt visits Bangladesh

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International Development Minister Alistair Burt has led talks on the situation in Rakhine State with key individuals in Bangladesh.

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Speech: Lord Ahmad welcomes conclusions of the 36th Session of the UN Human Rights Council

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The UN Human Rights Council concluded its 36th Session today with important resolutions on Burundi, Yemen, Syria, the Democratic Republic of Congo and the death penalty.

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Press release: International Development Secretary calls for aid to reach Burma

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Priti Patel has continued her calls for humanitarian access into Burma to ensure that further lives are not lost.

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News story: BPS 2017 payments exchange rate set

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The Rural Payments Agency (RPA) has confirmed the exchange rate for Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) 2017 payments made in sterling.

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