[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 102 (Wednesday, June 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E623]
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      RECOGNITION OF MICHAEL TATHAM CMG, BRITISH EMBASSY'S SERVICE

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                             HON. RON KIND

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 15, 2022

  Mr. KIND. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the invaluable 
service of Michael Tatham CMG, who has served as the Deputy Head of 
Mission at the British Embassy in Washington, D.C., for the past five 
years. Throughout his time in D.C., Michael has personified the special 
relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom with his 
tireless work, diligent commitment, and affable personality.
  As one of our key liaisons to the United Kingdom, Michael has 
facilitated meetings with Congressional members and all levels of the 
British Government, from Prime Ministers to Cabinet Ministers, Members 
of Parliament, and members of the Royal Family. During his tenure, 
Michael also guided the Embassy as Charge D'Affaires, ensuring we in 
the United States remain well connected with our allies across the 
Atlantic. From cooperation in defense, trade, technology, development, 
and foreign affairs to name a few, Michael has remained steadfast in 
his ability to ensure the highest levels of diplomatic channels between 
our two nations remain open and well used.
  Michael will be transitioning back to the Foreign, Commonwealth and 
Development Office in London where I have no doubt he will experience 
the same levels of success. The special relationship between the United 
States and the United Kingdom remains special, thanks to the work of 
diplomats like Michael Tatham. We in Congress will miss his work at the 
Embassy and wish him nothing but the best for his future endeavors.

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