High Commission of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in the United Kingdom

The Festival of Cricket (FoC) 2023 was held at the Hainault Recreation Ground on 09 July 2023 under the patronage of the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to the United Kingdom.

The FoC, known as the largest community event in the UK and considered as one of the largest in Europe, is a highly anticipated annual social event among the British Sri Lankan community. The FoC brings the largest overseas Sri Lankan community together in the spirit of cricket, spreading good-will and camaraderie. Since its inception in 1989, with Old Boys Associations of six schools, the FoC has grown into a major platform uniting over thirty old pupils’ associations representing a wide range of schools in Sri Lanka. » Read more

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Foreign Ministry officials interviewed by Ada Derana Big Focus on 21/6.

The interview provides details on the services provided by the Foreign Ministry to the public of which consular assistance is an essential component.

Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FuD_AEN1IKc

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The High Commission of Sri Lanka in London, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau held annual Vesak celebrations from 12-14 May 2023 at the High Commission premises.

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On the invitation of the British Government, a ten-member contingent of Sri Lanka armed forces visited the UK from 30 April- 7 May 2023 to take part in the Coronation Procession of Their Majesties King Charles III and The Queen Consort.

The delegation reached London on 30 April 2023 and took part in the rehearsals conducted by the UK Ministry of Defence. On 3 May, High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to the United Kingdom Saroja Sirisena met the members of the delegation at the High Commission and expressed appreciation on taking part in the Coronation Procession. » Read more