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01/06/2026
Kevin Thomas Parle is one of our fugitives.
The 45-year-old is wanted by Merseyside Police in connection with the murders of Liam Kelly and Lucy Hargreaves.
If you have information that could help, contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
Read more: http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org/spain
25/05/2026
Can you help us find Philip Barry Foster?
Foster has been convicted over a fraud operation that used fake modelling agencies and photography studios to con victims out of large sums of cash.
Victims were told they could earn money as professional models, but were instead handed poor quality, digital photographs that were not usable to secure professional jobs.
Foster is wanted to begin an eight-and-a-half year prison sentence for his crimes.
If you have information, contact Crimestoppers.
Read more: http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org/spain
20/05/2026
Have you seen Charlie Salisbury?
The 34-year-old is accused of class A drugs and money laundering offences and has been on the run since 2021.
Salisbury is a Queens Park Rangers fan and has tattoos including a koi carp and a dragon on his right arm.
Contact Crimestoppers if you have information.
Read more: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/get-involved/campaigns/help-bring-the-uk-s-most-wanted-in-spain-to-justice
18/05/2026
Have you seen Francis David Parker?
Parker is believed to be a proactive member of the Coggins organised crime group who directed couriers to deliver co***ne and he**in to various locations.
He is also believed to have been collecting money on behalf of the OCG.
If you have any information, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
More info: http:www.crimestoppers.org.uk/spain
Our Rapid Deployment Team were in Tenerife helping to get British nationals from MV Hondius onto a flight to the UK.
The UK has worked with Spain, South Africa, the Netherlands and the WHO to coordinate safe returns.
The safety of British people is our top priority.
14/05/2026
🚨The National Crime Agency, in collaboration with Crimestoppers, Ministerio del Interior and the British Embassy, has today launched a new appeal to bring to justice 12 of the believed to be hiding in Spain.
The offenders are wanted for crimes including murder, supplying class A drugs and fraud.
Anyone with information should contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
More ➡️ https://www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/news/20-years-of-justice-new-campaign-features-12-most-wanted-fugitives
Today, 20 British nationals have safely departed for the United Kingdom from the MV Hondius, following strict public health protocols and in close coordination with the Spanish authorities and the World Health Organization.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Spanish Government for their solidarity, professionalism and excellent coordination.
I also want to recognise the outstanding work of our consular teams and all colleagues across the FCDO who have worked tirelessly to protect our citizens and facilitate their return.
06/05/2026
👉Living, working or retiring in Spain?
Our Living in Spain guide brings together essential information on visas, residency, healthcare, driving, tax and pensions.
Read the guide here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-spain
Any enquiries about regularisation must be directed to the relevant Spanish authority (in Spanish) before 30 June 2026. For more information, visit: https://www.inclusion.gob.es/en/regularizacion
Living in Spain Information about moving to, living or retiring in Spain – including visas, working, healthcare and driving.
15/04/2026
📣 A milestone day for UK–EU cooperation on Erasmus+
🤝 The UK and the European Union have completed the final step for the UK’s association to Erasmus+ in 2027, marked by Executive Vice-President Roxana Mînzatu and Director General Sinead O’Sullivan.
✨ We are also pleased to announce that the British Council has been appointed as the UK’s National Agency for Erasmus+.
It will support organisations applying to the programme and help students, apprentices, educators and young people make the most of opportunities across Europe.
Today’s developments deliver on our commitment to reset relations with the European Union and reflect our ambition to strengthen cooperation. 🇬🇧🇪🇺
18/03/2026
🇬🇧🇺🇦 Next Monday 23 March, the Embassy is hosting its fourth 'Unidos por Ucrania' concert at the Lycée Français in Madrid - an evening of music featuring Cultural Forces, the Talía Orchestra, the Peredzvin Ukrainian children’s choir, and the diplomatic choir.
All proceeds will go towards helping keep the lights, heating and water running in Ukrainian homes, hospitals and schools at a time when energy infrastructure continues to be targeted. 🎶
🎟️ Get your tickets here:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.es/e/unidos-por-ucrania-2026-tickets-1982030004097
💛 Can’t attend? You can still help.
Select the ‘Donation’ ticket option on Eventbrite to contribute directly to the cause. Every donation makes a tangible difference.
Let’s show Ukraine our support - through music, solidarity, and generosity.