Paul Arkwright on FCO Bloggers
British Ambassador Paul Arkwright has joined the FCO bloggers community. Read his blog and participate in a global conversation
4 Degree Map
On 23 October, British Ambassador Paul Arkwright handed over the 4 Degree Map to Frans Timmermans, Dutch Minister for Europe.
Europe - past, present and future
2009 is an important year for Europe. The past is remembered, the future discussed.
UK in the Netherlands
I would like to welcome you to the website of the British Embassy. The British Embassy in the Netherlands works to develop and sustain the important and long-standing relationship between the UK and the Netherlands. This involves dealing with a wide range of political, commercial, security and economic questions of interest to both countries. We also have a Consulate-General in Amsterdam. We, together with the Consulate General, are here to provide support for British nationals visiting or living in the Netherlands.
Paul Arkwright
The impact of a global temperature rise
The impacts of climate changewill be widespread across the globe. Our interactive map outlines someof the impacts that may occur if the global average temperature risesby 4 °C (7 °F).Highlights
In the About the UK section of this site, you can find practical information on visiting the UK, such as taking prescribed drugs into the country. In this section you can also find answers to questions on all aspects of UK life, such as work, study, science, culture and politics.Swine flu
The number of confirmed cases of Swine Flu (H1N1) across the world continues to grow. Information for travellers and general information can be found on our web page on the Swine Flu pandemic.Visas
You can find out whether you need a visa and how to apply through the Worldbridge website. Worldbridge also provides information through an e-mail and telephone enquiry service. Neither the British Embassy in The Hague nor the British Consulate General in Amsterdam are able to provide information to (personal) callers.
LATEST NEWS
Iraq Consulate opens in Manchester
7 November 2009
Foreign Office Minister Ivan Lewis expressed delight at the opening of the Iraq Consulate in Manchester on Saturday 7 November.
Visit by Home Affairs Committee of the House of Commons to the Netherlands
6 November 2009
The Home Affairs Committee of the House of Commons visited the Netherlands on 2 and 3 November

