Ivan Lewis welcomes the opening of Iraqi Consulate in Manchester 18 November 2009
"We are delighted to see Iraq expanding its diplomatic presence in the UK and adding to Manchester's international standing." - Ivan Lewis
Browse through the latest press releases and speeches from British embassies in the UAE and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
Recent news and events
The Press and Public Affairs Team:
Abu Dhabi:
Sue Elliott
Press and Public Affairs Officer
Rabih Bobo
Press and Public Affairs Assistant
Dubai:
Simon Goldsmith
Press and Public Affairs Officer
Mariam Saleh
Press and Public Affairs Assistant
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Dutch car maker plans move to UK
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Archbishop and Pope make progress
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'Failures' over £113m jet project
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Flood victims face further chaos
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Helicopter rescues storm surfer
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DUP 'cannot guarantee assembly'
21/11/2009
Live text - Scottish Premier League
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