I leave Budapest today at the end of a 4 year tour as Ambassador.
I have been proud to lead and work with a great British Embassy team during an active period which has witnessed the Hungarian EU Presidency and a very full and varied visit by High Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and HRH the Duchess of Cornwall.
After a total of 7 1/2 years spent in Hungary, it’s understandably sad to be leaving this beautiful and complex country. “Sirva vigad a magyar”, they say (the Hungarian enjoys himself while weeping). Today, “sirva vigad a brit”! In mid-December I arrive in Addis Ababa as British Ambassador. I hope to keep up this blog when I get there. Those intrigued by British foreign policy and what it is that diplomats do all day can continue to follow my activities there. Your interest is appreciated.