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The British Council connects people worldwide with learning opportunities and creative ideas from the UK and builds lasting relationships between the UK and other countries.

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What's new?
world's biggest fanProve you are the world's biggest football fan - and you might win a trip to London and tickets to a Premier League game!
Hear your play broadcast on the BBC World Service in this International Radio Playwriting Competition.
An eight-month showcase in Sweden of the best of Scottish Arts, Science and Culture.
The expression 'wearing your heart on your sleeve' may soon become a fact of life
Check out Britain at the Venice Biennale, even if you can't make it to Venice ...
Diversity
A new website focusing on equal opportunities and diversity in the workplace

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