During the Second World War, the UK Overseas Territories played a vital and often overlooked role in the global war effort. From strategic military bases and intelligence hubs to courageous acts of service, the UK Overseas Territories made significant contributions that shaped the outcome of the conflict. Find out more on Substack. Link HERE Read more...

Ten representatives from the Overseas Territories were invited by Speaker of the House of Commons, the Rt Hon Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP to participate in the 15th sitting of the UK Youth Parliament in the chamber of the House of Commons. This marks the third time the UK Youth Parliament has heard speeches from young […] Read more...

Youth delegates from across the Overseas Territories gathered at BVI House, the British Virgin Islands’ Government Office in London, for the second UKOTA Youth Summit (OTYS) to discuss a range of policy areas. This year’s summit is the first to be held since the inaugural event in November 2023. The delegates were welcomed by Tracy […] Read more...

BBC One is currently airing an impressive docu-series on policing in Bermuda. With 16 episodes, the programme is airing nation-wide in the UK and is a considerable display of our culture, development, and status as a UK Overseas Territory Episodes can also be viewed on iPlayer.  Link HERE Read more...

Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley, has been elected President of the UK Overseas Territories Association (UKOTA) and will also serve as President of the Political Council. Premier Wheatley stated, “This is not just about leadership; it’s about unity and collaboration. Together, we will harness our collective strengths to address the challenges […] Read more...

The UK Overseas Territories play a pivotal role in delivering the UK’s contribution to the 30 by 30 target, helping to protect nearly 1% of the world’s ocean and 90% of the UK’s endemic species, which are found nowhere else on earth.  To find out more about the Blue Belt programme and their latest endeavours […] Read more...

Special service in Westminster Abbey marks inaugural day to raise awareness and foster a deeper connection between the UK and its Overseas Territories The President of UKOTA – the United Kingdom Overseas Territories Association – has announced the establishment of UK Overseas Territories Day. This event will be celebrated annually on the first Monday of […] Read more...

To find out about all that happened during the Cefas Blue Belt symposium 2024 and hear from the UKOTs on their experiences, achievements, and challenges surrounding the protection of their ocean environments follow the link HERE   Read more...

The Cayman Islands has been elected to assume the Presidency of the United Kingdom Overseas Territories Association (UKOTA) following its annual general meeting held earlier this week. Cayman will take over from the Falkland Islands. For almost 30 years, UKOTA has ensured that the Overseas Territories, regardless of their size, have an equal voice and […] Read more...

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrived at St Helena earlier today to begin his four-day visit to the island. This is the first time The Duke is visiting St Helena, and the first visit by a member of the Royal Family since the Princess Royal visited in 2002. St Helena is the UK’s […] Read more...