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Macron-Sunak summit is key to new ‘entente’ says ambassador to France

In the run-up to the first France-UK leaders’ summit since 2018, on March 10, we interview British Ambassador to France, Dame Menna Rawlings

French royal correspondent, age seven, receives letter from ambassador

Schoolboy Noé Patrel from Normandy, known for exchanging letters with Queen Elizabeth II, has now heard from another VIP

‘France-UK ‘détente’ only possible if Northern Ireland issue resolved’

Former UK ambassador to France says improving relationship at risk if government continues to support NI bill; warns of EU Entry-Exit System ‘chaos’ next year

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UK ambassador to France shares view on first ‘hectic’ months in post

Dame Menna Rawlings, the UK’s first female ambassador to France, talks to Connexion about Jubilee preparations, British residency rights, migrants and President Macron

France summons Russian ambassador after ‘film set’ Tweet

The ambassador will answer to the French foreign minister after a now-deleted post that suggested the civilian attacks in the Ukrainian town of Bucha had been staged

British Ambassador to France celebrates damehood with a bike ride

Also honoured in the New Year Honours Lists were a fellow British Embassy diplomat, scientists from the Institut Pasteur and a campaigner and an association coordinator who help British people abroad

Meet Denise Campbell Bauer, the new US ambassador to France

The experienced diplomat speaks fluent French, served as US ambassador to Belgium from 2013-17, and worked on election campaigns for Presidents Obama and Biden

Irish ambassador to France: Covid-19 Q&A

The Irish Ambassador to France, Patricia O’Brien has answered questions from readers about Covid-19 and Irish citizens and France. She tells Connexion that she hopes “we will pull through this difficult time together and that the summer, real and metaphorical, is within reach.” The questions cover travel and healthcare.

New ambassador’s Christmas message of trust for Britons in France

A special column for Connexion readers from the British Ambassador to France Menna Rawlings

French language puzzle: How to refer the ambassadrice's husband

The Connexion asks the Académie française’s only British member his view on a topical language issue as Menna Rawlings settles into her job as British ambassador

UK's first female ambassador to France optimistic for new era

New British ambassador Menna Rawlings is the first woman in the role after 36 men since the time of the Duke of Wellington, who bought the building which is her official residence ( see below ). She spoke to The Connexion ’s Sarah Smith and Liv Rowland.

First female UK ambassador to France begins work at Wellington’s desk

Menna Rawlings is the first woman after a long line of male ambassadors, including the Duke of Wellington, of Waterloo fame, who bought the residence she has moved to, in 1814. Since Wellington, there have been 36 men in the job (including the duke) before her.

France puts back talks despite Johnson’s UK ‘love’ vow amid Aukus row

‘Our love of France, our admiration of France is ineradicable,’ said the British prime minister

Journées du patrimoine: Visit the residence of UK ambassador to France

The historic residence, bought for the British government by the Duke of Wellington in 1814, is open to the public today

Britons in France invited to Embassy’s online Queen’s birthday party

The British Embassy has created a special website with a variety of live and recorded content; registration is essential to attend

‘If we can winter this out, we can summer anywhere’

Ireland’s Ambassador to France Patricia O’Brien delivers a message of hope about overcoming the coronavirus challenge together

'Follow rules in France to slow spread of Covid-19'

Washing hands and social distancing: That is what will make the difference, says British Ambassador to France Edward Llewellyn

Our priority is to slow the virus and save lives

The British Ambassador to France Ed Llewellyn, speaks to Connexion about the unprecedented challenges as France and the UK face up to Covid-19.

Coronavirus crisis proves ties between France and UK

This month, teams from across the Embassy, in particular our consular colleagues, have been working hard to support British citizens affected by the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak.

2020: a new decade starts for Franco-British relations

Every month the British Ambassador to France, Ed Llewellyn, shares an insight into is role. This month, he gives us post-Brexit advice, but also looks ahead to the coming year, to important anniversaries and initiatives strengthening the relationship between Britain and France.

France and Britain will remain very close

Every month the British Ambassador to France, Ed Llewellyn, shares an insight into his role. This month, he explains how he looks forward to opening a new chapter in Franco-British relationships

All still to play for, says former UK ambassador

It is certain Brexit will happen on January 31, says former ambassador to France and crossbench peer Lord Ricketts, but “all is still to play for” when it comes to the UK/EU relationship.

Election does not stop our embassy work continuing

Every month the British Ambassador to France, Ed Llewellyn, shares an insight into his role; below is his December column

Forever working to strengthen Franco-British ties

Every month the British Ambassador to France, Ed Llewellyn, shares an insight into his role

French no-deal rules 'not equal' to UK's - ambassador

The French offer in terms of residency rights of Britons in France in the case of a no-deal is not equal in some areas to what is being offered by the UK for EU citizens, the British Ambassador has said.

Ambassador: Franco-British links are important

Every month the British Ambassador to France, Ed Llewellyn, shares an insight into his role.

Remembering sacrifices made at Provence’s landings

A new column written for Connexion readers by the British Ambassador to France Ed Llewellyn. He will be sharing an insight from his role every month.

Diplomats 'could now fear giving honest advice'

The leaking to the press of confidential reports from Britain’s ambassador to the United States giving frank views about US President Trump and his administration has made diplomats feel shocked and undermined, says the former British Ambassador to France.

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Macron-Sunak summit is key to new ‘entente’ says ambassador to France

French royal correspondent, age seven, receives letter from ambassador

‘France-UK ‘détente’ only possible if Northern Ireland issue resolved’

UK ambassador to France shares view on first ‘hectic’ months in post

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Irish ambassador to France: Covid-19 Q&A

New ambassador’s Christmas message of trust for Britons in France

French language puzzle: How to refer the ambassadrice's husband

UK's first female ambassador to France optimistic for new era

First female UK ambassador to France begins work at Wellington’s desk

France puts back talks despite Johnson’s UK ‘love’ vow amid Aukus row

Journées du patrimoine: Visit the residence of UK ambassador to France

Why there is currently no US ambassador to France (and it is normal)

New UK ambassador to France means women to hold post in both countries

British Ambassador to France: Thank you as I move on

Britons in France invited to Embassy’s online Queen’s birthday party

France to send second Statue of Liberty statue to United States

British Ambassador to France: June 30 deadline for WA cards is looming

British Ambassador to France: Remembering Prince Philip and May events

Brexit: Time to focus on future – UK's Ambassador to France

Vital work continues in Covid-19 lockdown

‘If we can winter this out, we can summer anywhere’

'Follow rules in France to slow spread of Covid-19'

Our priority is to slow the virus and save lives

Coronavirus crisis proves ties between France and UK

2020: a new decade starts for Franco-British relations

France and Britain will remain very close

All still to play for, says former UK ambassador

Election does not stop our embassy work continuing

Forever working to strengthen Franco-British ties

French no-deal rules 'not equal' to UK's - ambassador

Ambassador: Franco-British links are important

Remembering sacrifices made at Provence’s landings

Diplomats 'could now fear giving honest advice'

Embassy launches survey to understand Britons' needs

Ambassador: focus is on future health deal

Embassy announces new Brexit meetings

Consular service gears up to help Britons in EU

Embassy releases new Brexit meeting dates

‘Britons in France are the victims of Brexit’

Make most of embassy meeting, campaigners urge

President Macron welcomed at first Trump state dinner

Good neighbours: embassy marks one year of Les Voisins

Australian ambassador to France plans own gay marriage

Embassy wants to hear about carte de séjour problems

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See Bond's car as ambassador's Residence opens up

We should approach Brexit negotiations as friends and neighbours – British ambassador

France-UK relations in 'good shape' as Sir Peter moves on