Excited to be arriving at work for my first day as Permanent Under-Secretary Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office - the UK Government’s international strategy & delivery dept. A great team doing brilliant diplomatic and development work for Britain’s interests, citizens & partnerships across the world.

Wishing those celebrating a very happy #BurnsNight tonight. 📸 The King in the Library at Balmoral Castle, taken by Millie Pilkington.

The FCDO estate is lit in purple tonight to #LightTheDarkness, commemorating #HolocaustMemorialDay and the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz’s liberation. Today, we remember the six million Jewish men, women and children murdered in the Holocaust and all victims of Nazi persecution.

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Farewell Ambassador Dame Karen Pierce! An incredible 5 years of service representing the UK across the US. From defence, to investment, to tech, to the creative industries; you've made an extraordinary contribution to the deep ties that bind our 2 nations. Thank you for everything!

Keely utterly engrossed in Gordon Buchanan and Big Cats 24/7! x.com/FraserMcD_FCDO…

You’ve been amazing Su-Lin Garbett. So lucky to have worked with you and learnt from you!

The last 48 hours have shown Starmer in a new light - calm and decisive, convening effectively and setting out a plan of action. It felt that Britain was back in its old role of leadership on European security. Many pitfalls between here and lasting peace. But bravo team UK.

Was a privilege to meet John Hemingway in Dublin last year. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace.

If your travel plans have been disrupted due to the closure at Heathrow airport, please contact your travel provider in the first instance. If you are abroad and require urgent support, FCDO teams remain available to provide consular assistance to those who need it.⬇️

Read our latest travel advice for #SouthSudan about updated information on the political and security situation, and updated advice to British nationals in South Sudan: ow.ly/BKG350VoicK

⚠️ The FCDO advises that British nationals in South Sudan should leave now if they judge it is safe to do so. ⚠️ We continue to advise against all travel to South Sudan. Read our latest travel advice: gov.uk/foreign-travel…

The UK is sending life-saving aid to the people of Myanmar following the devastating earthquake on Friday. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

MAX 'DAD'STAPPEN IS ON POLE IN MIAMI! 🌴🤩

Both dogs eagerly supporting Oracle Red Bull Racing Max Verstappen yesterday!

Please everyone just watch this, you'll understand why by the end. Really rather chilling.

I'm deeply saddened by the news of a devastating plane crash in Ahmedabad today. My thoughts are with the people and families of everyone affected. We’re working with local authorities and the airline to seek further information. We stand ready to support British nationals who

Truly horrible news concerning the awful plane crash in Ahmedabad. For those British nationals who require consular assistance - my team stand ready for you to call the FCDO on +44 20 7008 5000.

The UK will provide charter flights for British nationals from Tel Aviv when airspace reopens. Register your presence to receive further guidance. Flights will be available based on the level of demand. The safety of British nationals remains our top priority.

The safety of British nationals is the government’s utmost priority. British nationals in Israel and OPTs should register their presence to receive instructions on how to access flights to leave - we are working to put these in place when airspace reopens.