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We maintain and develop relations between the UK and the Holy See. The British Embassy to the Holy See does not do consular work, or issue passports, travel documentation or visas.
Mr Chris Trott has been appointed Her Majesty’s Ambassador to the Holy See.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
British Ambassador to the Holy See gave opening remarks at the panel discussion 'Conflict-Related Sexual Violence - Raising Awareness' on 24 March 2023.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Archbishop of Westminster named Cardinal by Pope Francis
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
UK’s Minister for Europe opens new British Embassy premises, close to the Vatican.
Baroness Anelay visits the Holy See to speak to religious men and women about Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will visit Italy and Malta to discuss how to accelerate support for Ukraine and discourage illegal migration.
Baroness Anelay, Minister of State at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office, will visit the Holy See on 3 December 2014
The British Embassy to the Holy See supports the Holy See's effort to reach net zero emissions.
Our Ambassador Sally Axworthy reflects on the work of Sister Margaret O'Reilly in celebration of International Women's Day.
Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit the Holy See .
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Our Ambassador Sally Axworthy reflects on the work of Sister Clare Jardine in celebration of International Women's Day.
British Ambassador Sally Axworthy expresses her thanks to H.E. Archbishop Antonio Mennini, as he ends his service as Nuncio to Great Britain.
Mr Lidington met Archbishop Paul Gallagher, the Holy See’s Secretary for Relations with States, yesterday (2nd March)
Media accreditation for the UK Papal visit from 16-19 September is now open.
Prime Minister David Cameron has offered Pope Benedict XVI a "very warm welcome" to Britain ahead of his "incredibly important and historic visit".
Lord Patten and Archbishop Vincent Nichols held a press conference for UK media ahead of the Papal visit, which takes place from 16 to 19 September.
The first official Papal visit to the UK took place from 16-19 September.
The Pope is visiting Britain from 16 to 19 September as Head of State and the leader of a major denomination.
Pope Benedict XVI was greeted by the Queen at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, as he arrived in Britain for his historic visit from 16-19 September.
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