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Counter proliferation

The spread of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) poses a threat to the UK and the international community, while indiscriminate trade in conventional arms and the use of certain types of weapons raises serious humanitarian and security concerns.

We're working around the world to promote and implement our policies on nuclear weapons, chemical and biological weapon.

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Ten myths on Iran and nuclear issues

The UK and the international community have repeatedly expressed concern over Iran's nuclear programme. Read our article dispelling ten common myths.

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Nuclear security

A terrorist attack using nuclear devices represents one of the most destructive risks to global security.

Chemical weapons


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We're working to enforce the ban on chemical weapons through international treaties and conventions.

Biological weapons

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Looking ahead to the BTWC Review Conference in December 2011.

Nuclear weapons

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Read about the UK’s work on nuclear non-proliferation, nuclear disarmament, peaceful uses of nuclear energy and nuclear security.

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Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt has welcomed the start of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Preparatory Committee today in Vienna.

Iran talks: seeking a peaceful and negotiated solution

News, 13 Apr 2012
Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt writes ahead of the E3+3 talks with Iran on 14 April: "The onus is on Iran to prove to us it is serious this time".

Government launches new counter proliferation strategy

News, 23 Mar 2012
The Government has launched its new National Counter Proliferation Strategy ahead of the Nuclear Security Summit in Seoul on 26-27 March.

Foreign Secretary welcomes Indonesia's ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

News, 06 Dec 2011
Foreign Secretary William Hague has welcomed Indonesia's ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) and called on the remaining eight states to ratify.

Nuclear meeting to take place in Edinburgh

News, 08 Nov 2011
The Foreign Office and the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Organisation will co-host a meeting on improving the international community's ability to detect underground nuclear weapons tests.