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I’d like to start by recognizing the traditional custodians of the land where we gather today, the Ngunnawal people. I extend my respects to their elders, past, present, and future. I also acknowledge all of Australia’s First Nations and their significant role in Australia’s history, as well as their standing in global history as the …

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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has grounds to suspect anti-competitive behavior involving suppliers of fragrances and fragrance ingredients used in consumer products like household and personal care items. The companies currently under investigation by the CMA include: Firmenich International SA, Givaudan SA, International Flavours & Fragrances Inc, and Symrise AG. The CMA has been …

CMA Initiates Probe into Perfumes and Scent Components Read More »

Thank you, Mr. Chair, for bringing us together and for gathering such an exceptional panel of speakers today. On February 23, the UN General Assembly adopted, with 141 votes in favor, a resolution that condemned “the grave human rights and humanitarian consequences of the aggression by the Russian Federation against Ukraine, including the ongoing attacks …

UK Statement to the OSCE: Russia’s Escalated Attacks on Ukraine’s Vital Infrastructure Reflects Moral Failure. Read More »

Ambassador for a Day: Twelve winners showcase the immense potential of young girls in Lebanon The British Embassy Beirut launched the Ambassador for a Day Lebanon competition in January 2023. This initiative was open to girls aged 15-18 across Lebanon, with over 500 participants submitting entries centered around the International Women’s Day 2023 theme “Embrace …

One-Day Ambassadors: Lebanon’s Promising Future Read More »

The Prime Minister has appointed Professor Dame Carol Propper and Professor Keith Ridgway to the Council for Science and Technology (CST). This Council provides strategic advice to the Prime Minister concerning science and technology policy matters that span the responsibilities of various government departments. Members are prominent individuals from the science, technology, and business sectors, …

New Appointments to the Science and Technology Council Read More »

Chair, The United Kingdom expresses gratitude to the Director General for his report on the Agency’s activities related to nuclear science, technology, and applications. We reaffirm our commitment to supporting the Agency’s role in researching, promoting, and disseminating the advantages of peaceful nuclear technologies. We acknowledge the significant contributions the Agency makes to Member States’ …

2023 Review of Nuclear Technology: UK Statement to the IAEA Governing Board Read More »

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Appointment of Assistant Bishop of Huddersfield: March 8, 2023 Read More »

I extend my gratitude to the Secretary General and the panellists for their contributions. I also want to thank North Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina for bringing this important issue to light on International Women’s Day – a strong indication of OSCE’s commitment to this crucial work. Chairs, as the Ukrainian representative so eloquently articulated, …

Women, Peace, and Security: UK Address at the OSCE Read More »

Projects on the ground focus on skills enhancement and educational opportunities for youth Aims to implement strategies that reduce drug use to a 30-year low while establishing a premier knowledge base Five initiatives targeting the reduction of drug usage have been granted £734,000 from the initial allocation of a £5 million fund, with additional funds …

£5 Million Fund for Innovative Solutions to Combat Drug Use Read More »

The individuals returned to their home countries comprised over 200 foreign national offenders, more than 30 asylum offenders, and over 85 non-asylum offenders, with at least 15 known to have entered the UK via small boats. The foreign national offenders deported were convicted of various crimes, including rape and drug trafficking. Their total combined prison …

More than 320 foreign criminals and immigration violators repatriated. Read More »