53 h. ago David Lammy faces possible legal action over Foreign Office secondments

Campaigners say placing staff from Shell and BAE Systems in ministries creates potential for improper influenceDavid Lammy is facing possible legal action over a plan to invite staff from the oil firm Shell and the defence firm BAE Systems to work inside the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.A pre-action letter seen by the Guardian warns the foreign secretary that the scheme leaves the government open to allegations of a conflict of interest and creates the potential for “improper influence”.An alleged lack of transparency as to how the proposed scheme will operate.The potential for improper influence by representatives of Shell and BAE Systems on UK government practices, including in relation to foreign policy.The potential for conflicts of interest. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Turkey holiday warning as 'sudden' rule change leaves Brits 'caught off guard'

The UK Foreign Office issued a travel warning to Brits heading to Turkey this summer after a 'sudden' rule change was implemented which affects all travellers using eSIMs in the country

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3 w. ago Foreign Office issues travel warning for Vietnam as tropical storm approaches

Storm Wipha is forecast to make landfall on Tuesday

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3 w. ago Foreign Office issues 'do not travel' alert for 31 countries

The Foreign Office warns against all but essential travel to a number of countries, while there are also some which are deemed to be too dangerous to visit altogether

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3 w. ago Foreign Office warns Brits against travelling to holiday hotspot

The FCDO has updated its travel advice today

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3 w. ago Foreign Office warns against 'all but essential' travel to part of popular destination

Tourists are being told to stay away from certain areas over safety concerns.

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4 w. ago Tourists given Foreign Office warning over three documents they must leave at home

The Foreign Office has issued a series of tips for anyone holidaying abroad this summer

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4 w. ago Brit tourists warned they could face fines for what they wear on holiday

The Foreign Office has warned Brits travelling to Spain that certain clothing may not be permitted in the country, with some areas issuing hefty fines to those found guilty

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4 w. ago Foreign Office warns holidaymakers common game kept in luggage could spell prison in Thailand

The Foreign Office has issued a warning to UK travellers regarding the strict gambling laws in Thailand - which could land Brits in prison for a seemingly innocent game

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