Author: HM Government

The United Kingdom pays tribute to the UN Police who bravely serve in peacekeeping missions around the world.  UN policing is fundamental to effective peacekeeping in many contexts. To sustain impact, it must continue to adapt. To that end, technology, including new digital tools, should be used to enhance the effectiveness of UN policing, supported […]

If the person who died had insurance, contact their insurance company as soon as possible. Read the general guidance on what to do when someone dies abroad if you’re not sure if they had insurance. The insurance company should appoint a funeral director in Andorra and the UK. They may also cover the cost of […]

As Ukraine suffers its worst winter in a decade, UK-funded deliveries of generators, hygiene kits and other vital components are providing urgently-needed assistance in response to the dire humanitarian situation With the latest trilateral peace talks set to begin in the UAE, the UK has partnered with UNICEF and Ukrainian energy and water suppliers to […]

Current list of designated persons for Russia UK Sanctions List: Russia Designated persons include sanctioned individuals and entities. The list also includes specified ships. Notices Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office notices issued from 28 January 2026 about additions, revocations/delistings and variations/corrections to the UK Sanctions List. Previous notices See previous financial sanctions notices for Russia […]

Chair, let me warmly start by welcoming the Gambian delegation, led by Minister Mod K. Ceesay to their 4th Trade Policy Review. We are grateful to both the Government of The Gambia and to the WTO Secretariat for their Reports. Let me also express my gratitude to you, our chair, Ambassador Torebayev from Kazakhstan and […]

This guide sets out essential information for British citizens moving to or living in Ecuador. Read about how our Embassy in Quito can help. This information is provided as a guide only. You should get definitive information from the Ecuadorean authorities. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is not liable for any inaccuracies in […]

Getting help with living in Sri Lanka Help from the Sri Lankan government For any questions about moving to or living in Sri Lanka, you may be able to get help from the: The UK government and the British High Commission in Colombo cannot give personalised advice on moving to, living or retiring in Sri […]

Foreign Secretary announces sanctions in response to those who have committed human rights violations in Iran.  Ten individuals and one organisation designated, including Minister of the Interior, Police Chiefs and prolific IRGC members for their role in recent brutality against protestors.  Announcement follows commitments set out by Ministers earlier this month to hold the Iranian authorities to account.  The UK has today announced a sweeping package of sanctions, as […]

Current list of designated persons for Iran UK Sanctions List: Iran Designated persons include sanctioned individuals and entities. Notices Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office notices issued from 28 January 2026 about additions, revocations/delistings and variations/corrections to the UK Sanctions List. Previous notices See previous financial sanctions notices for Iran issued by the Office of Financial […]

Foreign Secretary says UK must increase international partnerships with source and transit countries to tackle the drivers of migration and accelerate returns follows changing patterns in small boat arrivals, with an increasing proportion of total arrivals across the Channel and across the Mediterranean coming from the Horn of Africa  new co-operation includes job creation partnerships backed by UK […]