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Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Austria: Nick Pickard

Change of His Majesty's Ambassador to Austria: Nick Pickard

Friday, 01 May 2026

Mr Nick Pickard CVO has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Austria in succession to Ms Lindsay Skoll CMG....

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This mission plays a vital role in protecting civilians in South Sudan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

This mission plays a vital role in protecting civilians in South Sudan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 30 April 2026

UK Explanation of Vote delivered by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on South...

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Russia’s veto of the Panel of Experts was a calculated move to obscure the DPRK’s unlawful pursuit of weapons of mass destruction: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Russia’s veto of the Panel of Experts was a calculated move to obscure the DPRK’s unlawful pursuit of weapons of mass destruction: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 30 April 2026

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on North Korea....

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina: Dawn McKen

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina: Dawn McKen

Thursday, 30 April 2026

Ms Dawn McKen has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina in succession to Mr Julian Reilly....

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Montenegro: Nerys Jones

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Montenegro: Nerys Jones

Thursday, 30 April 2026

Ms Nerys Jones has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to Montenegro in succession to Ms Dawn McKen....

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Report by the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova: UK statement, April 2026

Report by the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova: UK statement, April 2026

Thursday, 30 April 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, welcomes the OSCE Mission's work to facilitate the resumption of in?person 1+1 meetings, monitorin...

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Evidence shows Russia continues to incur catastrophic losses for minimal gains in an unsustainable war: UK statement to the OSCE

Evidence shows Russia continues to incur catastrophic losses for minimal gains in an unsustainable war: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 30 April 2026

UK Senior Military Advisor, Colonel Joby Rimmer says evidence based military analysis shows Russia’s war in Ukraine is unsustainable, with increasingl...

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The impact of Russia’s intensifying attacks on civilians in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

The impact of Russia’s intensifying attacks on civilians in Ukraine: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 30 April 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford condemns Russia’s intensified missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, highlighting the mount...

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Italy: Stephen Hickey

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Italy: Stephen Hickey

Thursday, 30 April 2026

Mr Stephen Hickey CMG has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Italian Republic and Non-Resident Ambassador to the Republic of San Marino, i...

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We are appalled by the deteriorating trajectory in the West Bank and East Jerusalem: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We are appalled by the deteriorating trajectory in the West Bank and East Jerusalem: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 28 April 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East....

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Summoning of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom

Summoning of the Iranian Ambassador to the United Kingdom

Tuesday, 28 April 2026

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has today summoned the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Kingdom...

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The United Kingdom remains steadfast in its commitment to media freedom around the world: UK statement at the UN

The United Kingdom remains steadfast in its commitment to media freedom around the world: UK statement at the UN

Tuesday, 28 April 2026

Statement by Letisha Lunin, UK Spokesperson and Counsellor, at the UN Committee on Information General Debate....

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This Treaty has?been a truly ?vital pillar of international peace and security: UK statement at the NPT Review Conference

This Treaty has?been a truly ?vital pillar of international peace and security: UK statement at the NPT Review Conference

Monday, 27 April 2026

Statement by Steven Doughty MP, Minister of State for Europe, North America, and the Overseas Territories, at the Review Conference of the Parties to ...

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This Treaty has?been a truly ?vital pillar of international peace and security: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly

This Treaty has?been a truly ?vital pillar of international peace and security: UK Statement at the UN General Assembly

Monday, 27 April 2026

Statement by Steven Doughty MP, Minister of State for Europe, North America, and the Overseas Territories, at the UN General Assembly meeting on the R...

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We must step up efforts together to safeguard international waterways from disruption: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We must step up efforts together to safeguard international waterways from disruption: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 27 April 2026

Statement by Steven Doughty MP, Minister of State for Europe, North America, and the Overseas Territories, at the UN Security Council Meeting on the s...

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UK UAE joint statement, April 2026

UK UAE joint statement, April 2026

Saturday, 25 April 2026

Joint statement between UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper and United Arab Emirates (UAE) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah b...

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Conflict remains a leading cause of hunger: Minister Chapman speech at launch of 2026 Global Report on Food Crises

Conflict remains a leading cause of hunger: Minister Chapman speech at launch of 2026 Global Report on Food Crises

Friday, 24 April 2026

Minister for Development Jenny Chapman gave a speech at the high-level ceremony to launch the 2026 Global Report on Food Crises in London...

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40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster: UK statement to the OSCE

40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster: UK statement to the OSCE

Friday, 24 April 2026

Deputy Ambassador James Ford marked the 40th anniversary of the Chornobyl disaster, honouring those affected and stressing the enduring human and envi...

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How to think about foreign policy in the new geoeconomic era

How to think about foreign policy in the new geoeconomic era

Thursday, 23 April 2026

The Foreign Secretary has written in The Economist about the need to enhance our economic resilience ...

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Stability and lasting peace can only be achieved if the efforts of the international community are matched with action by all Haitian stakeholders: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Stability and lasting peace can only be achieved if the efforts of the international community are matched with action by all Haitian stakeholders: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 23 April 2026

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Haiti....

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Report by the Representative on Freedom of the Media to the OSCE Permanent Council: Joint Statement, April 2026

Report by the Representative on Freedom of the Media to the OSCE Permanent Council: Joint Statement, April 2026

Thursday, 23 April 2026

UK and others call for action to uphold safety of journalists and media freedom against a deteriorating background within some OSCE countries....

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Challenges to media freedom in the OSCE region: UK statement to the OSCE, April 2026

Challenges to media freedom in the OSCE region: UK statement to the OSCE, April 2026

Thursday, 23 April 2026

Ambassador Neil Holland recalls the vital contribution of media freedom to security in the OSCE region, and calls on Russia, Belarus and others to liv...

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Russia’s war against Ukraine and threats to OSCE security: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s war against Ukraine and threats to OSCE security: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 23 April 2026

Ambassador Holland condemned Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine, denounced recent Russian threats and intimidation at the OSCE, reaffirmed the UK’s ...

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We urge the international community to remain focused on supporting progress towards Syria’s economic recovery and long term stability: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We urge the international community to remain focused on supporting progress towards Syria’s economic recovery and long term stability: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 22 April 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

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We reiterate our commitment to an inclusive political process which safeguards Libya’s unity and stability: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We reiterate our commitment to an inclusive political process which safeguards Libya’s unity and stability: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 22 April 2026

Statement by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Libya....

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We call for greater efforts to protect women and girls, and Indigenous and Afro Colombian communities in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We call for greater efforts to protect women and girls, and Indigenous and Afro Colombian communities in Colombia: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Colombia. ...

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World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund 2026 Spring Meetings, Development Committee plenary: Baroness Chapman's remarks

World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund 2026 Spring Meetings, Development Committee plenary: Baroness Chapman's remarks

Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Minister for Development Baroness Chapman gave remarks at the Development Committee plenary during the World Bank Group and IMF 2026 Spring Meetings....

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Russia is the one that must de escalate and engage in meaningful dialogue: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Russia is the one that must de escalate and engage in meaningful dialogue: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 20 April 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine....

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Tackling trafficking for forced criminality in cyber?scam operations: UK statement to the 26th Conference of the Alliance against Trafficking in Persons

Tackling trafficking for forced criminality in cyber?scam operations: UK statement to the 26th Conference of the Alliance against Trafficking in Persons

Monday, 20 April 2026

Emily Potts, Modern Slavery Advisor, highlights the UK's commitment to tackling modern slavery and human trafficking, particularly in light of the rap...

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Repression in Russia: UK and others express concern at Russian court’s decision to classify Memorial as an “extremist organization”: Joint Statement to the OSCE

Repression in Russia: UK and others express concern at Russian court’s decision to classify Memorial as an “extremist organization”: Joint Statement to the OSCE

Monday, 20 April 2026

UK and others condemn systematic repression of independent voices and civil society in the Russian Federation....

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Security Industry Authority SIA begins process of gaining PIDA prescribed person status

Environment Agency Illegal waste site in Lancashire shut down

Serious Fraud Office SFO secures £10m from British defence supplier

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency MHRA approves Linerixibat (Lynavoy) for the treatment of itch due to biliary tract disease

Ministry of Defence New interceptor missiles successfully tested in the Middle East as Defence Minister visits region

Environment Agency Dorset farmers to pay £33,500 over slurry handling

Civil Nuclear Constabulary UK National Threat Level raised to SEVERE

Competition and Markets Authority CMA publishes latest monitoring report on road fuel market

Northern Ireland Office £1 million Community Partnership Fund to boost community and voluntary groups in Northern Ireland

Government Internal Audit Agency Andy Brittain joins GIAA as Interim Chief Executive

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