Author: HM Government

New package of sanctions against Russia announced as UK steps up economic pressure ahead of the winter. 31 new measures include sanctioning LNG shadow fleet vessels, Kremlin disinformation networks and perpetrators of civilian torture and child indoctrination.  Action comes as Russia fired over 3,100 jet powered drones into Ukraine in September, outstripping its grim wartime record […]

International treaty This treaty was presented to Parliament in September 2026. Documents UK/USA: Agreement on Trade in Wine Ref: ISBN 978-1-5286-6835-4, CP 1689 PDF, 2.58 MB, 56 pages Order a copy Details Published title: Agreement between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the United States of America on Trade in Wine. […]

Your Royal Highness; Cabinet Secretaries; Members of Congress; Friends and Allies; Redcoats and Rebels.  First of all, can I say a big thank you to the Band of Bugles & Rifles. I’m absolutely thrilled they could be with us this evening. In 1776, celebrations for the King’s Birthday on this side of the Atlantic were, […]

First steps Consider contacting anyone who might have information about where the missing person may be, including: family or friends people they were travelling with their tour guide or holiday representative their workplace their bank, building society or internet service provider who may be able to tell you when and where their account was last […]

Thank you, Mr Chair. At last week’s FSC, the Russian delegation attempted to present a picture of their inevitable military success in Ukraine. It was claimed that the Russian Armed Forces were “steadily advancing on all fronts”, they described Ukrainian operations and counterattacks as “futile”, and they portrayed Western military assistance as ineffective. Those claims […]

This guide sets out essential information for British nationals moving to, or living in Cambodia, including where to find advice on health, education, benefits, residence requirements, finance and more. We are unable to provide any guidance on general lifestyle enquiries apart from the information and links listed below. See our embassy website for more details […]

The United Kingdom remains committed to supporting a Haitian-led solution to the crisis in Haiti.  A crisis which continues to take a terrible toll on its people. The success of the Gang Suppression Force is key to this.    The GSF must be able to fully deploy, to address instability, and turn the tide against the […]

Updates to this page Published 7 January 2019 Last updated 29 September 2026 — Show all updates 29 September 2026 Added more information under Court procedures. Includes minor updates to multiple sections. 3 December 2025 Routine review – the guide is up-to-date and no major changes were made. 11 July 2024 Added information about PEP […]

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 Indonesia and the UK. They may also cover the cost of […]

As we gather today, families in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are losing loved ones to Ebola. Thousands of people have died. Health workers are risking their lives every single day. And communities already living with conflict and displacement are facing yet another crisis. Outbreaks spread when we fail to act early enough. The […]