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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) was a UK government department responsible for protecting and promoting British interests worldwide. It managed diplomatic relations, supported British citizens abroad, and worked on international issues such as security and trade. In 2020, it merged with the Department for International Development to form the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office.

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Communication Overview

Total releases

Number of press releases published by this department during the last 12 months, based on publicly available announcements.
2573

Avg per month

Average number of press releases published per calendar month over the last 12 months. This smooths short-term fluctuations in publishing activity.
71.5

Avg word count

Average length of published press releases, measured in words. Calculated only for months where content was published.
567

Avg readability

Average Flesch Reading Ease score across all published press releases. Higher values indicate plainer English. Scores are indicative only and vary by subject matter.
31.1

Friday PM releases

Percentage of press releases published after 3pm on Fridays, relative to the department’s total output during the period.
6.8%

Single-release items

Estimated proportion of announcements published once, without a closely related follow-up release during the same period. This is based on similarity of titles and timing.
93.9%
Metrics are descriptive only and indicate publication patterns rather than intent or impact.

Releases per month

Based on publicly published press releases (last 12 months)

5852 articles

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Ecuador and the United Kingdom hold Bilateral Political Consultations

Ecuador and the United Kingdom hold Bilateral Political Consultations

Thursday, 19 March 2026

Ecuador and UK hold political consultations in London, reaffirming strong ties and advancing cooperation on security, trade, environment and education...

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We look forward to continuing our close collaboration with Syria, other task force members, and the OPCW to drive towards the eradication of Assad’s chemical weapon legacy: UK at the UN

We look forward to continuing our close collaboration with Syria, other task force members, and the OPCW to drive towards the eradication of Assad’s chemical weapon legacy: UK at the UN

Thursday, 19 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, and the launch of the Breath of Freedom Task Force....

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Report by the Director of the OSCE’s Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR): UK response, March 2026

Report by the Director of the OSCE’s Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR): UK response, March 2026

Thursday, 19 March 2026

The UK welcomes ODIHR Director Telalian to the Permanent Council and reiterates its strong support for ODIHR’s work on democracy, human rights and the...

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Russia launched a war of aggression against Ukraine yet seeks to cast itself as the victim: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia launched a war of aggression against Ukraine yet seeks to cast itself as the victim: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 19 March 2026

Ambassador Holland condemns Russia’s ongoing attacks on Ukrainian cities and its attempts to portray itself as the victim while continuing its war of ...

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UK reaffirms support for Ukraine’s legal right to self defence: UK statement to the OSCE

UK reaffirms support for Ukraine’s legal right to self defence: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 19 March 2026

The UK reaffirms Ukraine’s right to self defence under Article 51 of the UN Charter and voices concern over external military and dual use support to ...

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Foreign Secretary sets out new innovative development reforms

Foreign Secretary sets out new innovative development reforms

Thursday, 19 March 2026

Tackling conflict and supporting fragile states at centre of the government's new approach to development. ...

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We must do all we can to maintain momentum towards a more stable and secure future for the Syrian people: UK statement at the UN Security Council

We must do all we can to maintain momentum towards a more stable and secure future for the Syrian people: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Syria....

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UK commits £15 million for vulnerable people affected by Middle East conflict

UK commits £15 million for vulnerable people affected by Middle East conflict

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Hundreds of thousands of people fleeing conflict in the Middle East will receive life?saving assistance in response to worsening humanitarian situatio...

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Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Denmark: Victoria Billing

Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Denmark: Victoria Billing

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Victoria Billing OBE has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Denmark in succession to Joëlle Jenny....

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The UK and partners call on countries to resist rollback and stand up for progress in advancing the human rights of all women and girls: UK led Joint Statement at the UN Commission on the Status of Women General Discussion

The UK and partners call on countries to resist rollback and stand up for progress in advancing the human rights of all women and girls: UK led Joint Statement at the UN Commission on the Status of Women General Discussion

Tuesday, 17 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN at the UN Commission on the Status of Women....

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Resolution 1540 remains as important to international security today as when it was negotiated over twenty years ago: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Resolution 1540 remains as important to international security today as when it was negotiated over twenty years ago: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Monday, 16 March 2026

Statement by Jennifer MacNaughtan, UK Minister Counsellor, at the Security Council meeting on the 1540 Committee....

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Item 4 General Debate

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Item 4 General Debate

Monday, 16 March 2026

UK Statement for the Item 4 General Debate. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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The UK is steadfast in its support of UNAMA’s work in Afghanistan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

The UK is steadfast in its support of UNAMA’s work in Afghanistan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Monday, 16 March 2026

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador Archie Young, UK Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Afghanistan....

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Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers’ Meeting 2026

Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers’ Meeting 2026

Monday, 16 March 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper attended the 26th Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers' Meeting at the Commonwealth Secretariat headquarters in Lond...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Joint Interactive Dialogue on Iran

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Joint Interactive Dialogue on Iran

Monday, 16 March 2026

UK Statement for the Joint Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Fact-Finding Mission on Iran. Deli...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea

Monday, 16 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights...

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Foreign Secretary statement on the situation in Lebanon

Foreign Secretary statement on the situation in Lebanon

Sunday, 15 March 2026

Foreign Secretary announces over £5 million of emergency funding in support of the humanitarian work of the Lebanese Government....

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar

Friday, 13 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Myanmar. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Syria

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue on Syria

Friday, 13 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative t...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Group of Experts on Belarus

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Group of Experts on Belarus

Thursday, 12 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Group of Experts on Belarus. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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OSCE Moscow Mechanism Report on Georgia: Joint statement, March 2026

OSCE Moscow Mechanism Report on Georgia: Joint statement, March 2026

Thursday, 12 March 2026

The UK, together with 23 other countries, calls on Georgia to reverse democratic backsliding and to implement in full the recommendations of the 2026 ...

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The UK remains committed to finding a lasting and sustainable solution that ensures Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon: UK statement at the UN Security Council

The UK remains committed to finding a lasting and sustainable solution that ensures Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Statement by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Iran....

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Commemorating the victims of the Armed Conflict on the Nistru River: UK statement to the OSCE

Commemorating the victims of the Armed Conflict on the Nistru River: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 12 March 2026

On the 34th anniversary of the outbreak of the conflict on the Nistru River, UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, honours the victims a...

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UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine

UN Human Rights Council 61: UK Statement for the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine

Thursday, 12 March 2026

UK Statement for the Interactive Dialogue with the Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine. Delivered by the UK's Human Rights Ambassador, Eleanor Sanders....

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Foreign Secretary touches down in the Gulf to demonstrate support for regional allies facing Iranian aggression

Foreign Secretary touches down in the Gulf to demonstrate support for regional allies facing Iranian aggression

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper travels to Saudi Arabia to show UK support for regional allies as they defend themselves from reckless Iranian aggress...

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UK support for OCEEA priorities on Ukraine, governance and climate security: UK statement to the OSCE

UK support for OCEEA priorities on Ukraine, governance and climate security: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 12 March 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, welcomes the OCEEA’s work amid the impact of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, highlighting UK ...

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Russia’s war is a driver of global instability: UK statement to the OSCE

Russia’s war is a driver of global instability: UK statement to the OSCE

Thursday, 12 March 2026

UK Chargé d’Affaires, Deputy Ambassador James Ford, underscores that Russia’s illegal aggression against Ukraine continues to cause immense suffering ...

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The UK is putting women and girls at the heart of everything that we do, from development to diplomacy: UK National statement at the UN Commission on the Status of Women General Discussion

The UK is putting women and girls at the heart of everything that we do, from development to diplomacy: UK National statement at the UN Commission on the Status of Women General Discussion

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Statement by The Rt Hon Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister of State (Minister for Skills) and Minister of State (Minister for Women and Equalities) a...

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The draft Russian resolution does nothing to address the concerns of those in the region who have faced unprovoked and unjustifiable attacks: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

The draft Russian resolution does nothing to address the concerns of those in the region who have faced unprovoked and unjustifiable attacks: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East....

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The adoption of this resolution sends a clear message from the Council condemning Iran’s reckless attacks against the Gulf States and Jordan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

The adoption of this resolution sends a clear message from the Council condemning Iran’s reckless attacks against the Gulf States and Jordan: UK Explanation of Vote at the UN Security Council

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Explanation of Vote by Ambassador James Kariuki, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on the Middle East....

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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Ecuador and the United Kingdom hold Bilateral Political Consultations

National Space Operations Centre How we protected the UK and space in February 2026

UK Health Security Agency Expansion of Meningitis B vaccination offer to Kent Students

Scotland Office Scotland-France ferry link moves closer with £3 million UK Government commitment

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office We look forward to continuing our close collaboration with Syria, other task force members, and the OPCW to drive towards the eradication of Assad’s chemical weapon legacy: UK at the UN

Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street Joint statement from the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Japan on the Strait of Hormuz: 19 March 2026

Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies Watch our webinar on: A Guide to the CIC Online Process

Regulator of Social Housing Fiona MacGregor’s speech at the CIH Northern Housing Festival - 18 March 2026

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Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street PM call with NATO Secretary General Rutte and President Macron of France: 19 March 2026

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