The tree is up 🎄 With tartan hearts in honour of St Andrew’s Day just passed

Sun out today. Not yet too cold. = Loading up on the vitamin D

The consulate Christmas tree decorations, handmade by local school kids🎄

Back in London! And a wonderful evening in honour of The Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust A big thanks to all those who attended in support of the charity and Commonwealth young social entrepreneurs

'The Spirit of Christmas in Regent Street' (1928) by William Heath Robinson (Private collection)

So special being at the Westminster Abbey carol service. Thanks to all the Abbey staff. The Foreign Secretary David Lammy read the third Lesson

It’s wonderful news, and a great relief, that Her Royal Highness is now in remission from cancer. All the very best to our lovely Princess of Wales as she continues her recovery

My rather solitary evening commute. Robert Frost sometimes comes to mind

Siberia

The morning commute

Sunset this evening

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of John ‘Paddy’ Hemingway DFC – Last of ‘The Few’. We reflect not only on his sacrifices, but the sacrifices of all those who served & fought in WWII. Paddy, thank you for your service. Per Ardua ad Astra raf.mod.uk/news/articles/…

Happy Easter to you all!

Happy St George’s Day! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

@ British Embassy Moscow

The flag flying at the British Consulate this morning. Always feels extra poignant on days like this. The brave men & women who fought for our country & freedom are on my mind today, not least as the era of them living amongst us inches sadly towards a close. Truly the best of us