The King and Queen Consort have been thanked for a “generous donation” by the UK’s Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) which is helping earthquake survivors in Turkey and Syria. The Prince…
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Turkey earthquake: What are UK charities doing to help?
by Kit Westby Kit WestAid is being stepped up in southern Turkey and northern Syria, after a huge earthquake devastated the region, leaving more than 7,000 people dead. The 7.8 magnitude quake struck near…
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UK to send aid to Turkey and Syria despite budget ‘strain’, says minister
by Kit Westby Kit WestMore than 70 rescue specialists and sniffer dogs to help with efforts after thousands killed in earthquake-hit region UK aid will be sent to Turkey and Syria despite “very considerable…
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Turkey earthquake: Three Britons missing, says Foreign Office
by Flynn Owenby Flynn OwenThree British nationals are missing following the earthquake in Turkey in which more than 5,000 people have died, the foreign secretary has said. In a statement to the Commons, James…
