The Year in 2014 – Big ballots
Big ballots When it comes to making electoral history, 2014 doesn’t get much bigger: more people will vote in elections this year than in any…
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The Year in 2014 – Fun & Games
If you are a sports fan, 2014 has something to offer everyone. To jump start the year is the Sochi Winter Olympics from 7-23 February…
The Year in 2014 – Wall & Peace
Wall & Peace In August all over Europe, the US and the Commonwealth, historians and nations will join together to commemorate 100 years since the…
The Year in 2014 – Memorable milestones
Memorable milestones Several countries celebrate important milestones in their history this year so expect a year of celebrations at these missions. Nepal and Britain kicked…
A lifeline for young diplomats
Make the most of your London posting and join the Young Diplomats, says the new YDL President Natthapol Na Songkhla. Diplomats in London will recognise…
YDL Jack the Ripper Tour
Getting spooked: YD L members on the Jack the Ripper tour A nervous huddle of 30 young diplomats braved a chilly London evening and the…
Sochi shines at start of Olympics
The Sochi Olympics began in spectacular style with a celebration of Russia’s history and culture that included Tzars and Tolstoy; Bolshoi Ballet and Bolshevics; Tschaikovsky…
Calling all interns!
We are Cécile Grillet from the French Embassy and Annika Kreil from the German Embassy. We want to let you know about a new initiative…
YDL Committee meets Marshal
The Young Diplomats in London paid a courtesy call on Mr Alistair Harrison, CMG, CVO, Marshal of the Diplomatic Corps. The YDL representatives outlined the…
Home Office gets tough on migrants
The Home Office is set to introduce tough new measures to create a “hostile environment” for illegal immigrants in Britain, a senior Home Office official…