The Foreign Office works hard to remind people of local laws and customs as often they can be very different to British… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
People are mistaken if they think the Foreign Office can get you out of jail. We can't, but we will work hard… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
Russia and China deride western democracy and deploy both hard and soft power to promote their alternative models of political development. — David Lidington Copy Share Image
In countries that lack a longstanding and entrenched commitment to the rule of law, it can be hard to recruit, train and… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
Both the U.K. and the E.U. have made a sincere commitment to the people of Northern Ireland: there will be no hard… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
It is often said that fathers can often find it hard to talk about their own feelings so there's no wonder they… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
In Africa, animals and the natural landscape allow local communities to support themselves, as there is a constant source of money from tourism. — David Lidington Copy Share Image
The rule of law and the independence of the judiciary underpin our democracy and lie at the heart of our way of life. They… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
The closer you get to Number 10 the more you see what a back-breaking job that is, the pressure is absolutely constant and the… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
Like anyone from any party who has stood for election, I've often had the depressing experience of meeting an 18- or 19-year-old new voter… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
The U.K. has always had good track record in providing leadership and a constructive agenda for change. — David Lidington Copy Share Image
I am the man who stands on the stage spinning plates on the top of poles. Every now and then the PM gives me… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
Having spent six years as Europe Minister, I am in no doubt about the technical challenge Brexit presents lawmakers. — David Lidington Copy Share Image
Open and fair competition within free markets encourages innovation, meaning fresh perspectives can be applied. The private sector also brings skills and knowledge to… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
In a world of competing conflicts and challenges, the U.K.'s investment in global security, and a willingness to trial new approaches and respond to… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
As the Chair of the National Security Council Sub-Committee overseeing the CSSF and Prosperity Fund, I am proud of what it has achieved in… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
Like my constituents, I have had to immerse myself in the detail about HS2 precisely because of the massive and permanent impact it would… — David Lidington Copy Share Image
