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Foreign Office trials text messaging service in a crisis

A woman holding a mobile phone. Photo by Getty images.

London, 8 August 2011

Vodafone UK customers who take their mobile phones overseas may now find their phone is more than just a handy way to stay in touch with friends and family.

Foreign Office releases figures on Brits in trouble overseas

Prisoner behind bars

London, 3 August 2011

The number of Britons arrested overseas has fallen by over 10%, but despite this positive trend Foreign Office staff still handled 5,700 arrest cases last year.

Holidays 4 UK Ltd ceases trading

London, 3 August 2011

Travel company Holidays 4 UK Ltd has ceased trading with immediate effect. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) will be arranging repatriation for all customers in line with the scheduled end of their holiday.

Drug trafficking: When is it too late to get out?

Drug smuggling

London, 2 August 2011

British travellers are being warned against the temptations of smuggling drugs, in a hard-hitting film.

Travel advice: Heavy rains, floods in Korea

Cyclone/Typhoon

London, 27 July 2011

We have received reports of heavy rains, floods and landslides affecting parts of the Korean peninsula

Travel company ceases trading

London, 19 July 2011

Travel company Dream Holidays Limited has ceased trading with immediate effect. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) says customers will be able to complete their holidays.

Are you really ready for your trip?

London, 12 July 2011

Make the most of your holiday this summer by following the Foreign Office tips for pre holiday preparation.

Pakistan travel advice

FCO media suite backdrop

London, 8 July 2011

There has been an escalation of violence in Karachi which is affecting most parts of the city including the areas around the main road to the airport.

Teachers urged to be alert to students who may be at risk of forced marriage

Two hands with wedding rings chained together.

London, 7 July 2011

This summer over 350 young people will be forced to marry someone against their will and as a result may not return to their classrooms next academic year.  

Advice for British nationals travelling to Serbia for the EXIT festival

Music fans at Serbia's Exit music festival. Photo by Miles Willis/Getty Images

London, 4 July 2011

The EXIT Music Festival will take place from 7-10 July 2011 in Novi Sad. The British Embassy in Belgrade has produced specific guidance for the event to make sure you have an enjoyable time.


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