AMBASSADORIAL APPOINTMENTS

Early day motion 536, tabled 18 December 2006 by Keith Vaz (Labour). Signed by 7 members.

That this House welcomes the news of the appointment of Sir Nigel Sheinwald and John Sawers as Her Majesty's Ambassadors to the United States and the United Nations, respectively; further congratulates Kim Darroch on his appointment as Permanent Representative to the European Union; recognises that the Foreign and Commonwealth Office is the premier diplomatic service in the world and these appointments reflect the great expertise and dedication found within the Department; notes that relations with the United Nations, the European Union and the United States are three of the most important relationships for the UK; and believes that they will continue to improve and remain effective under these new appointees.

Signatures by party: Labour 5, Conservative 1, Liberal Democrat 1.