Nick Faulkner
Biography
Nick Faulkner has been Deputy Head of Mission and His Majesty’s Consul at the British Embassy Havana since August 2025. His previous posting was in Indonesia and he has experienced several other postings across the globe during his career with the Diplomatic Service. Nick has held a range of positions including crisis management, consular and political roles.
Deputy head of mission, British Embassy Havana
The Deputy Head of Mission is a senior diplomat and typically a key advisor to the Ambassador or High Commissioner. The Deputy is responsible for the daily management of an overseas Embassy or High Commission. They will represent the UK’s interests in the absence of the Ambassador as Chargé d’Affaires. A senior ranking Deputy may also take the title Minister. Smaller missions may not have a Deputy Head.