Press release
Change of His Majesty’s Ambassador to Latvia: Kathy Leach
Ms Kathy Leach has been appointed His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Republic of Latvia in succession to Mr Paul Brummell CMG, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Ms Leach will take up her appointment during August 2025.
Ms Kathy Leach
Curriculum vitae
Full name: Kathy Leach
| Date | Role |
|---|---|
| 2021 to present | Astana, His Majesty’s Ambassador |
| 2019 to 2020 | FCDO, Deputy Director, Constitution and Devolution, Europe Directorate |
| 2015 to 2018 | FCO, Head then Deputy Director, Policy Unit, Strategy Directorate |
| 2012 to 2015 | Yerevan, Her Majesty’s Ambassador |
| 2007 to 2011 | Tokyo, Head, Energy and Environment Team |
| 2005 | FCO, Deputy Head, Passport and Documentary Services, Consular |
| 2001 to 2004 | Moscow, First Secretary Security Policy, then Internal Political |
| 2000 to 2001 | FCO, Desk Officer, EU Trade and Development Policy, Europe Directorate |
| 2000 | Joined FCO |
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Published 3 July 2025