Author: HM Government

British embassies, consulates and high commissions provide downloadable letters that you can show to local authorities in other countries and territories to demonstrate: UK laws on British nationality that British embassies, consulates and high commissions cannot confirm whether someone has British citizenship If you’re asked to provide proof of a UK law when you’re abroad, […]

The British high commission or deputy high commission in Pakistan 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 high commission or deputy high commission can offer. Family and friends can contact: the British high commission or […]

Overview The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is inviting proposals from organisations to support British nationals missing abroad and their families. Apply by 9am (UK time) on 22 June 2026. The maximum value of this funding opportunity is £35,000. You can apply for less than the maximum amount. The expected grant period is 1 […]

The UK will be able to take stronger action against illegal migration as Council of Europe Foreign Ministers, including Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, are set to agree an updated interpretation of Articles 3 and 8 of the ECHR today The UK has led diplomatic efforts alongside like-minded partners over recent months, securing support for a principled […]

[Delivered in French] The Russian Federation’s full-scale war of aggression against Ukraine is in its fifth year. Russia’s illegal occupation of parts of Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions is now in its fifth year, while its illegal occupation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, the city of Sevastopol, and parts of Donetsk and Luhansk regions is in its thirteenth year. There continue to be reports of […]

Thank you, Mr Chair. The United Kingdom welcomes the US-brokered ceasefire of 9–11 May. We note Ukraine’s offer to extend the ceasefire on long-range strikes beyond 11 May. This offer fits squarely with Ukraine’s long-standing efforts to create a more conducive environment for negotiations on a just and lasting peace. Regrettably, Russia wasted no time […]

The British Embassy and Consulate in Russia 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 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) in London Telephone +44 […]

Agenda item 1: Election of Chairperson The UK would like to start by expressing our condolences at the passing of the Commerce Secretary, Mahbubur Rahman, a tragic loss. We would also like to bid a fond farewell to departing colleagues and to welcome new Members whom we look forward to working with. Importantly we would […]

The United Kingdom remains unequivocally committed to Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders. We warmly welcome President Trump’s achievement in brokering a 3-day ceasefire and a substantial prisoner exchange. We fully support US-led efforts to secure a just and lasting peace and would emphasise that Ukraine has demonstrated its commitment […]

The United Kingdom thanks High Representative Christian Schmidt for his dedicated service supporting peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina and for his contribution to implementing the Dayton Peace Agreement.  The Peace Implementation Council will now take forward the selection and appointment of a successor.  We reiterate our support for a fully empowered High Representative […]