Includes information for UK citizens travelling abroad and a regularly updated archive of speeches, press releases and background papers on various aspects of British foreign policy.

The DFID site explains this UK department's role in promoting development and the reduction of poverty and include policy papers and British aid statistics.

Site contains details of the claims scheme and how to apply. It also has summary details of records held at the Public Record Office relating to UK property seized during WWII from organisations and individuals resident in countries with which the UK was at war.

Ongoing coverage provides news and comment on Britain's political relations with the world.

Advises the British government on the proper writing of geographical names for places and features outside the United Kingdom. Includes information on English conventional names and Romanisation tables.

Official Web site of the government organisation promoting international trade. Jointly operated by the Foreign Office and the Dept of Trade and Industry

Provides advice and assistance on applying for a UK visa.