Author: HM Government

First, I would like to congratulate Colombia on the recent presidential elections. I want to congratulate all of those involved, including the electoral authorities and the security forces, but above all the Colombian people, on a peaceful and transparent democratic process.  This Council and the UN Verification Mission have engaged effectively with successive Colombian Governments, […]

The British embassy in Austria can offer help but will not be able to get you out of prison or get you special treatment because you’re British. Find out what help the embassy or consulate can offer. Family and friends can contact: the British embassy in Austria the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) in London […]

Powerful new testimony videos featuring first-hand accounts from those affected by methanol poisoning released as part of FCDO’s updated Travel Aware campaign. Holidaymakers urged to ‘Know the Signs’ so they can reduce risk and act quickly if someone becomes unwell. Warnings follow cases of serious illness and death caused by alcoholic drinks tainted or mixed […]

UK signs Treaty with EU which delivers economic and trade certainty for people and businesses in Gibraltar, while safeguarding British sovereignty and protecting UK military operations. Agreement brings fluidity for people and goods crossing the Gibraltar-Spain border to support economic growth and jobs in the region. Treaty has the full backing of Chief Minister of […]

France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom welcome the creation of the United Nations Horizon Fund. Together, we intend to make a contribution of $57.8 million to the fund as part of a broader support for the United Nations’ critical role in the occupied Palestinian territory and the implementation of the […]

First, we remain concerned by the deteriorating security and humanitarian situation across West Africa and the Sahel.  We condemn the recent coordinated attacks in Mali, which demonstrate an alarming increase in the sophistication, coordination, and reach of terrorist and armed groups in the country.  In addition, humanitarian needs across the region remain severe.  As the […]

We, the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union urge the Rapid Support Forces and allied armed groups to immediately cease any action likely to lead to further atrocities or endanger civilians in El-Obeid, including drone strikes and […]

Alistair Burt will be the UK’s first ever envoy for complex consular cases He will focus on the most difficult and complex detention cases involving British people overseas, including those with human rights concerns Appointment supports manifesto commitment for supporting detained British nationals abroad and their families British nationals detained abroad in the most challenging and complex cases will now be supported by […]

The United Kingdom called for this meeting today alongside the US, France, and Bahrain in support of Yemen’s sovereignty and regional security. I will make three points. First, the United Kingdom condemns in the strongest terms today’s Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia. These attacks are reckless and entirely unacceptable.  They threaten regional security, risk further […]

UK joins international efforts to mobilise funding and practical delivery in Gaza through EU initiative  New UK funding for UN-coordinated early recovery activity and reinforcing Palestinian-led efforts  Foreign Secretary to push for fresh momentum behind the 20-point-plan at Brussels meeting bringing together international partners to support Gaza New support to help Palestinians in Gaza begin […]