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Thursday, 4 December 2008

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What happens if someone is arrested or imprisoned abroad

The role of UK embassies, consulates and high commissions overseas and the help they can provide

If someone dies overseas you can get help from the British authorities in the UK and abroad

The pitfalls and penalties you face if you get involved with drugs abroad

Help available from British Consuls if you are a victim of crime while travelling overseas