Press release: ‘Strictly’, vampires and sausages – 2018’s oddest requests from Brits abroad
British people asked the FCO for advice about Strictly Come Dancing, vampires in Poland and vegetarian sausages in 2018. read more
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Press release: ‘Strictly’, vampires and sausages – 2018’s oddest requests from Brits abroad
The FCO has released details of some of the oddest enquiries it received in 2018, to highlight what it can and cannot do to help Brits in trouble abroad. Ten of the more unusual enquiries received included: A caller in the USA asking which contestant … read more
Press release: Minister for Middle East statement on the sentencing of Nabeel Rajab in Bahrain
Minister Alistair Burt has expressed concern about the sentencing of Nabeel Rajab. read more
Press release: Minister for Middle East statement on the sentencing of Nabeel Rajab in Bahrain
Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt responded to the ruling. Minister Burt said: I am concerned about the upholding of the five-year sentence given to Mr Nabeel Rajab, in addition to the two-year sentence he has served. The UK urges Bahrain … read more
News story: UK trade and investment in 2018: behind the numbers
More businesses than ever are seeking expansion opportunities overseas, International Trade Secretary Dr Liam Fox MP said today (Monday 31st December) as he celebrated a successful year for trade and investment. International Trade Secretary, Dr Lia… read more