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| The four Tristan islanders who were potentially exposed to Hantavirus on the MV Hondius have completed their isolation period in the UK. 7-Jun-2026 |
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Tristan prominent during Overseas Territories Day
Report and photos from Tristan Government UK Representative Chris Carnegy
Entrance of the exhibition in Portcullis House
Tristan da Cunha Co-Chair John Cooper at the exhibition
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Tristan da Cunha played a prominent role in the London events that marked Overseas Territories Day on Monday 1st June 2026. An exhibition opened in Portcullis House, a key Westminster venue that will attract attention from UK Parliamentarians. It showcases Tristan's importance in environmental stewardship and in international trade. A reception at Speaker's House saw Overseas Territories minister Stephen Doughty and Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle each lavish praise on the teams that helped Tristan tackle the recent Hantavirus outbreak. Tristan da Cunha Association co-chair John Cooper was one of the specially-invited guests. Evensong at Westminster Abbey that day saw special prayers for the UKOTs. |
| Left: Chris at the exhibition |
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| John and Chris with Sir Lindsay Hoyle at the reception in Mr Speaker's state rooms | Stephen Doughty, minister for the Overseas Territories, thanked all those involved in the historic airdrop of medical personnel and supplies to Tristan |
Chris and John spoke with deputy Speaker Caroline Nokes MP and FCDO Overseas Territories Director Robbie Bulloch
OT Representatives and senior UK politicians
Chris at Westminster Abbey for Overseas Territories Day evensong
An early chance to thank UK ministers for historic mission
Report and photos from Tristan Government UK Representative Chris Carnegy
Just four days after paratroops made their historic drop onto Tristan da Cunha carrying vital medical aid, the State Opening of Parliament on 13th May brought an early chance to say thanks in person.
After the speech by King Charles, I met Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, overseas territories minister Stephen Doughty, and armed forces minster Al Carns. To each I conveyed the enormous gratitude of the people of Tristan da Cunha for the history-making operation that delivered crucial supplies and personnel to the world's remotest community. It's been a great comfort that the skill and courage of the UK's armed forces, and the dedication of its civil service, were there when the island needed them most. I spoke at length with minister Carns, a former Royal Marine who was personally involved in planning the operation; he plans to meet and congratulate the personnel involved.
There will be more ways to express thanks once the incident is fully over, but this was a special opportunity to do so in person, and it was truly heartfelt.
Chris Carnegy with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer
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| Chris Carnegy in Westminster Hall after the King's speech | Chris with overseas territories minister Stephen Doughty |
Chris with armed forces minister Al Carns
UK experts reach out to Tristan |
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| FCDO and British Expertise International link with Overseas Territories 27-Mar-2026 |
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UK Lords learn about Tristan at evidence session in Parliament |
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| Important issues raised with the constituion committee on 25th February 2026 27-Feb-2026 |
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Finance in focus, and Tristan friends gather, as JMC concludes |
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Recognition for Tristan, and a meeting with the King in JMC Week |
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| Chief Islander joins discussions live from Tristan Council Chamber 27-Nov-2025 |
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