Deputy British Ambassador to The Netherlands. Most recently in Ukraine. Previous postings include Russia, USA, Mauritius. Proud Scot. History enthusiast.
The Hague, The Netherlands
Joined July 2017
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Early on 26 Sep 1944 some 2,500 π¬π§ and π΅π± soldiers crossed the Rhine to escape Oosterbeek. 1,485 had been killed and 6,525 were captured, many injured.
Op Market Garden failed; but it defines the bravery, endurance and determination expected of #airborne soldiers.
#Arnhem82
Keith Allan retweeted
Last weekend together with colleagues from π³π±NL, π¬π§UK, π¨π¦CAN, πΊπΈUS, π¦πΊAUS, π³πΏNZ we paid tribute to those who fought in the Operation Market Garden 82 years ago. π΅π±π€π³π±
#WeRemember
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Second World War veteran, Don Turrell. Don served with the Cameronians (Scottish Rifles), landing after D-Day before being badly injured. Don was a regular visitor to the Netherlands with @TaxiCharity and will be sorely missed @ukinnl
In #Venray Limburg today. We remember soldiers of the 1st Battalion the Royal Norfolk Regiment who fought here in autumn 1944 - also the Dutch civilians who were killed. The battle of #Overloon was one of the bloodiest battles in the Netherlands @ukinnl @Gemeente_Venray π¬π§ π³π±
Keith Allan retweeted
I had a good conversation with the new British Prime Minister @Andyburnham. The friendship between the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, as North Sea neighbours, is very strong: from trade and AI to the energy transition, and from human rights to our security and defence.
We both recognise the ongoing need to support Ukraine and the leading role the UK plays in the Coalition of the Willing. The Netherlands will also help to strengthen ties between the UK and the EU.
As NATO partners, the UK and the Netherlands are investing in (joint) defence projects and together we are preparing a mission to guarantee freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, when circumstances permit.
I look forward to continuing our cooperation with Andy Burnham. We will meet soon in London or The Hague.
Keith Allan retweeted
Wishing every success to the new British Prime Minister @andyburnham. The United Kingdom is an important partner for the Netherlands. We work closely in areas like trade, the energy transition, defence and support for Ukraine.
I look forward to continuing this productive partnership with Andy Burnham. Thank you to @Keir_Starmer. I appreciated our good working relationship.
Keith Allan retweeted
12 years on from the downing of MH17, the UK remains unwavering in its commitment to pursuing truth, justice and accountability for the victims of this tragedy and their families. We continue to work alongside the Netherlands and other grieving nations to ensure accountability.
The British and Dutch war graves at Nunspeet Oost cemetery. As always, beautifully maintained by @gem_nunspeet @ogsnl @CWGC π¬π§ π³π± @ukinnl @provgelderland
Keith Allan retweeted
Good news! In Ankara, I signed a new maritime partnership between our countries with Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer, worth nearly 3 billion euros.
Dutch and British companies will work together to build four of the most advanced amphibious transport ships for each of our countries.
This deal will create hundreds of jobs and provides a significant boost to NATO in its efforts to counter maritime threats.
A great visit to Katwijk Museum yesterday and the impressive exhibition βSailing for Freedom - the indispensable role of the Dutch Merchant Navy in the Second World Warβ. Thank you to Jacob and Hubert of the Stichting koopvaardijpersoneel 40-45 for hosting me @ukinnl π¬π§ π³π±
Keith Allan retweeted
Thank you for your support tonight π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ
Itβs all on MiamiΒ β see you there.
#FIFAWorldCup
Keith Allan retweeted
FULL TIME: Haiti 0-1 Scotland.
A win to kick-off our @FIFAWorldCup campaign!
#HAISCO | #FIFAWorldCup
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Every heartbeat.
Every dream.
Everything we've got.
#HAISCO | #FIFAWorldCup
Great day in beautiful #Apeldoorn meeting Mayor Heerts @ the Commanding Officer of the @Marechaussee Willem III Kazerne, Colonel Arends. Excellent discussion with both. The Koninklijke Marechaussee is a valued partner for UK law enforcement, border security & more @ukinnl π¬π§ π³π±
Keith Allan retweeted
WWII veterans will have their travel overseas for Normandy and Arnhem commemorations covered by the government.
First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins told @GBNEWS that the funding would demonstrate βhow importantβ veterans are to British society.
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The 81st anniversary of liberation of The Hague with Mayor van Zanen & Prinses Irene Brigade, formed from troops who arrived in π¬π§ in May 1940 - based in Wolverhampton before returning to the Netherlands in 1944 (Operation Market Garden) & entering The Hague as liberators π¬π§ π³π±
Excellent meeting with Energy Infrastructure & Nuclear Issues Minister Jo-Annes de Bat. As North Sea Neighbours, the UK & the Netherlands are already close partners on energy. We look forward to developing this on nuclear and SMRs @ukinnl @energygovuk @stas_kgg π¬π§ π³π±
