We publish official publications every year, including annual reports and public consultations. We also have dedicated historians, researchers and librarians who publish their work.
Publications
The FCO publishes official publications every year, including annual reports, white papers and travel publications.
Freedom of information
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) came into operation in 2000. It grants you the right to request to see information held by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office.
Treaty command papers and explanatory memorandums
Treaty command papers published since January 2002 (and, where relevant, the accompanying Explanatory Memorandum (EM) are listed in this area of the website chronologically and by subject.
Treaties
The FCO's Treaty Section has two main roles – to advise on practice and procedural matters in relation to the production of treaties, and to provide information on those treaties to which the United Kingdom is, or has been, a party.
Command Papers
Command Papers are different types of papers prepared by the Government and presented to Parliament.
