
Ross Allen
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British Ambassador to Estonia / Briti Suursaadik Eestis π¬π§πͺπͺ
Tallinn
Joined March 2010
One day I will have to stop being Ambassador here - hard to even consider.... But for when that day comes - please also follow @ukinestonia as that way you will keep up to date with all things π¬π§πͺπͺ AitΓ€h!
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Happy birthday, Arvo PΓ€rt ππΎπΆπͺπͺ
πΆ Today we celebrate Maestro Arvo PΓ€rtβs 90th birthday. His music has become a language that unites people around the world and touches hearts. Happy birthday, Arvo PΓ€rt! Thank you for making Estonia resonate around the world! Β πΈ Photos: Birgit PΓΌve, TΓ΅nu Tunnel, Priit
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NATO Allies stand in solidarity with Poland & denounce Russiaβs reckless behaviour after the violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones. Allies are resolved to defend every inch of Allied territory. We'll closely monitor the situation, our air defences continually at the
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The UK condemns Israelβs strikes on Doha, which are a flagrant violation of Qatarβs sovereignty, and risk setting back negotiations for a ceasefire, which is the only way to achieve lasting peace. Further escalation in the Middle East must be avoided.
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Great to talk to @kajakallas on tackling our shared priorities. Continued close cooperation is vital to the security, defence and growth of both the UK and EU. I look forward to the many opportunities ahead to deepen and strengthen this strong partnership.
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Good call with @YvetteCooperMP to warmly congratulate her on her appointment as UK Foreign Secretary. I look forward to working closely with her to further strengthen EU-UK cooperation on foreign and security policy and deliver on our Security and Defence Partnership.
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Pleased to welcome @YvetteCooperMP to @FCDOGovUK this evening. The Foreign Secretary has a vital portfolio in a turbulent world. She has an exceptional department ready to support her to deliver.
βI am honoured to have been appointed as Foreign Secretary. UK diplomacy has never been more important. I look forward to representing and promoting British interests around the world.β β Yvette Cooper, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Affairs
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Iβm honoured to continue as Defence Secretary and delivering for UK Defence. From the largest Forces pay rise in 20 years, stepping up to lead on European security and our new Defence Industrial Strategy, we will make Britain secure at home and strong abroad.
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Congratulations @YvetteCooperMP on your appointment as Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs! I look forward to working closely with you to strengthen EstoniaβUK cooperation, deepen defence ties within NATO, and advance our shared priorities in
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Strong partnerships, specialisation, and embracing digital. This is how universities help the UK become a global leader in innovation. Read my speech to @UniversitiesUK annual conference here: https://t.co/0V1rzSejqg
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This is how our deal with Norway delivers for working people in the UK.
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Great thread on the recent visit to πͺπͺ by @patmcfaddenmp β¬οΈ π¬π§πͺπͺ
We're digitising public services to make them faster and easier for people to use. Last week,Β @patmcfaddenmp went to Estonia - world leaders in digital government - to see how we can go further, making government more efficient and fit for the digital age. Thread π§΅
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After nearly four yearsβ service in the role, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has left Defence HQ as Chief of the Defence Staff for the last time. On behalf of the whole of Defence, we thank you for your service, sir.
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An honour to speak at the πͺπͺ medals ceremony for departing π¬π§ and π«π· personnel from @Natobgest - thanking them for their service here, alongside @HPevkur and @EmmanuelMignot2
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Norway will procure British Type-26 frigates π³π΄π¬π§ Β The Norwegian government has selected The United Kingdom as a strategic partner, and will procure British frigates for the Royal Norwegian Navy. Β This will be the largest procurement for the Norwegian Armed Forces ever PM
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The UK and Norway share more than the North Sea, we have an unbreakable bond forged through history and common values. We've stood together for generations. Now Norway's choice of UK Type 26 frigates takes our defence partnership to the next level π¬π§π³π΄ @Forsvarsdep
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Weβve just agreed a Β£10 billion deal with Norway to export our world-leading Type 26 frigates. Supporting thousands of UK jobs, from apprentices to engineers. This is our Plan for Change in action: creating jobs, driving growth, and protecting national security.
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EXCLUSIVE: Pat McFadden says it's time for Britain to embrace digital ID to make it easier to access public services and to help tackle illegal migration He says Britain risks being left 'behind the curve' and argues that modern technology has changed the debate He says
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Wales v Canada this morning in #RWC2025. Go π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώπ΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ
π₯ πΏππππππΏ π πΓπ | ππΌππΎππΏπΌπ π₯ Let's go π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώπͺ ποΈ Canada π¨π¦ π @rugbyworldcup β° 12pm KO BST ποΈ Salford Community Stadium πΊ BBC Two π€³ #WALvCAN
#StrengthInBloom | #RWC2025
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Iran's enriched uranium stockpile is more than 45 times the limit agreed in the Iran Nuclear Deal. The UK, France and Germany have triggered the mechanism to snapback UN sanctions. Iran must never acquire a nuclear weapon. It has the choice to resume diplomacy, if it wants to.
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@10DowningStreet On the global stage, we are delivering for the people of Britain: β‘οΈ Worldβs first sanctions regime against people-smugglers β‘οΈ Increased pressure on Russia with new sanctions β‘οΈ Major trade deals with India, US and EU delivering jobs and growth at home
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