British Consulates – They are not an Overseas Directory Enquiries
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is currently reminding British travellers of the importance of the role its Embassies, High Commissions and Consulates plays by highlighting some of the more peculiar requests for assistance they receive.
The FCO points out that although they will always try to help where possible, it appears from some of the enquiries, that they are also being used as a form of ‘directory enquiries’ or ‘concierge service’ when their priority should be focussed on one of their more important functions; that of helping victims of serious crimes, providing support for people who have been detained or assisting people who have lost loved ones abroad.
So why not take a few moments to read just some of the more bizarre requests which range from what shoe size does Prince Charles take to what to do about ant infestation. These and others are listed in their article on the FCO website:-
http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/news/latest-news/?view=News&id=689796982
You can also visit the FCO’s website for more information about travelling abroad.
http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/
Know Before You Go campaign:- http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/about-kbyg-campaign/
Remember, if you are travelling overseas it is important to purchase appropriate travel insurance for your holiday.
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