David Rutley – 2022 Statement on British Embassy in Israel Relocation to Jerusalem

The statement made by David Rutley, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development, in the House of Commons on 8 November 2022.

There are no plans to move the UK embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv. Israel is a close friend and a key strategic partner, built on decades of co-operation. We will continue to strengthen our relationship with Israel through our embassy in Tel Aviv.