British Tamil Conservatives

🚨 More US Congress members join calls for probe into Chemmani mass graves More members of the United States Congress have voiced support for Tamil demands for justice following the discovery of mass graves in Chemmani, as pressure mounts on Sri Lanka to allow an international investigation into atrocities committed during the armed conflict. @RepSummerLee @TLHumanRights Read more ⬇️ tamilguardian.com/content/more-u…

A lament to the fallen on #VJDay, played by Gurkha Piper Lance Corporal Nabin Magar. 120,000 Gurkha soldiers fought for Britain in the Far East campaign. @Nat_Mem_Arb @PoppyLegion

“For the millions of families gathered around their wireless sets, and for their loved ones still serving far from home, it was the message a battle-weary world had long prayed for - ‘The war is over’.” This morning, as we mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, The King has delivered an audio message to mark the historic occasion. Watch His Majesty’s full message on our YouTube channel, or head to royal.uk to read in full. #VJDay80

🚨 Black July commemorated in Jaffna with seminar and torch-lit protest A public memorial seminar and protest were held in Jaffna on Sunday to mark the 42nd anniversary of Black July, the anti-Tamil pogrom that began on 23 July 1983 and claimed thousands of Tamil lives across the island. Later that evening, a torch-lit protest was held at approximately 7:00 p.m. in front of the central bus stand in Nelliady. Read more ⬇️ tamilguardian.com/content/black-…

🚨 Chemmani mass grave excavation continues – 104 bodies identified The number of bodies identified at the Chemmani mass grave has exceeded one hundred, with more work set to continue, making the site one of the largest mass graves on the entire island. So far, a total of 96 complete sets of skeletal remains have been exhumed over 32 days of excavation work in Chemmani, with 104 skeletal sets identified overall since the process began. Read more ⬇️ tamilguardian.com/content/ongoin…

Congratulations to our valiant @Lionesses! 🦁🦁🦁 A message from The King following the team’s victory at the Women’s Euros 2025. #WEURO2025

WE'RE BACK-TO-BACK EUROPEAN CHAMPIONS!! 🏆

Met with Prof R. Surenthirakumaran, the Dean of the Medical Faculty and researchers of the @UniversityofJaf. Delighted to hear about the collaboration with 🇬🇧@unibirmingham to support long term conditions management in primary care in 🇱🇰. #UKinSriLanka

As my visit to Jaffna concludes, I appreciate the valuable perspective shared by political representatives, communities and institutions. 🇬🇧 remains committed to supporting reconciliation, inclusive growth and opportunities for all communities across🇱🇰 #UKinSriLanka

🚨 LEAD - Tamil Genocide Monument in Canada vandalised, suspects arrested The Tamil Genocide Monument in Chinguacousy Park, Brampton, was targeted in two “deliberate and reprehensible” acts of vandalism this week, drawing condemnation from the National Council of Canadian Tamils (@ncctonline) and prompting arrests by Peel Regional Police. Read more ⬇️ tamilguardian.com/content/two-pe…

Discussed regional development, infrastructure, and youth opportunities with the Governor of the Northern Province, Mr Nagalingam Vedhanayagam. Thankful for the frank dialogue on how best to support the region’s future.

Joined a meeting with representatives from the Association for the Relatives of the Enforced Disappeared in Jaffna. Heard their grievances and continuous fight for justice.

Valuable exchange with ITAK General Secretary @MASumanthiran on political developments in the North, reconciliation efforts, and protecting rights and representation.

Glad to be back in Jaffna this week. Engaging with a broad range of voices- of newly elected mayors, local leaders and academics to entrepreneurs and civil society- on shared priorities including reconciliation, education, development and livelihoods. 🇬🇧🇱🇰

Met with Vice Chancellor of the @UniversityofJaf, Prof. Srisatkunarajah, to discuss education priorities, research partnerships and youth aspirations. Grateful for the warm welcome and inspired by the resilience of this vital institution.

👏 A huge thank you to our Military personnel for a truly triumphant Trooping today! Over 1,000 soldiers, around 200 horses and approximately 300 musicians came together in a display of Military precision, horsemanship and fanfare to mark The King’s official birthday. And what a great way to conclude the celebrations, with a flypast from our friends @RAFRedArrows flying for the first time with a mix of sustainable aviation fuel ✈️🇬🇧 📹 Royal Communication | BBC Studio Events © BBC

As the temperatures soar, The Royal Family leaves Horse Guards Parade to join the Royal Procession to Buckingham Palace for the final part of The King’s Birthday Parade @RoyalFamily @BritishArmy @ColdstreamGds

Today we come together to mark the official birthday of His Majesty the King, with the Armed Forces coming together for Trooping of the Colour in honour of the event🇬🇧 This year marks 375 years of Trooping the Colour, a truly incredible milestone of His Majesty's Armed Forces.

The very same soldiers whose units perpetrated mass atrocities during Sri Lanka’s civil war are profiting from Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine.

Mullivaikkal Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day message from Paul Scully, former Chair of the APPG for Tamils. @scullyp @Conservatives