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High Commission of New Zealand, London
Diplomatic mission of New Zealand in the United Kingdom From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The High Commission of New Zealand (Māori: Te Kāinga Māngai Kāwanatanga o Aotearoa i Rānana) in London is the diplomatic mission of New Zealand in the United Kingdom.[1] It is housed in a skyscraper known as New Zealand House on Haymarket, London, off Pall Mall. As well as containing the offices of the High Commissioner, the building also hosts the New Zealand consulate in London and the military attaché.[1]
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History
The site had been previously occupied by the Carlton Hotel, destroyed by a bomb during the Blitz. The design differed from the diplomatic buildings of other Commonwealth countries in that it would be a modern skyscraper, designed by Sir Robert Matthew. After difficulties securing a planning consent, the 18 storey building only proceeded after approval was granted by the British Cabinet. The High Commission was built by Holland, Hannen & Cubitts[2] and was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1963. It is the only tall building in this part of London. Since 1995, it has been a Grade II listed building.[3]
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Responsibilities
It is an overseas post of the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The position of High Commissioner to the United Kingdom is currently vacant, having previously been served by Phil Goff. New Zealand Passport applications can be processed at New Zealand House.[4] The nearest Tube stations to New Zealand House are Piccadilly Circus and Charing Cross. The Māori cultural group Ngāti Rānana holds regular meetings at the High Commission.[5]
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The High Commission entrance
The High Commission tower
The High Commission
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