Formal support framework for families of murdered British citizens overseas
Our family, like many others, has endured the loss of a loved one overseas and we feel we experienced an absence of leadership, guidance, and support. Consistent assistance from British embassies is necessary regarding which actions should be taken when a family encounters such tragedy abroad.
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- 25 DEC 2025Petition closedFinal total: 22,092 signatures
- 22 SEPT 2025Government respondedForeign, Commonwealth & Development OfficeGovernment reply
We are committed to supporting families of UK nationals bereaved by murder abroad and are consulting widely on potential improvements to that support, including statutory and non-statutory options.
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- 25 JUN 2025Petition opened for signatures
Background
In light of our experience, we seek to emphasise the necessity for a statutory framework that would provide direction and ensure consistent communication for families. Enhanced collaboration between British and international authorities is significant. We believe a formal framework would provide better advice for the repatriation procedure and other services to alleviate isolation for the victims' families.