Chris Sainty
Christopher James Sainty (born 29 March 1967) is a British diplomat and civil servant. He is the current British Ambassador to Portugal.[1]
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| British Ambassador to Portugal | |
| Assumed office 1 October 2018 | |
| Monarchs | Elizabeth II Charles III |
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| Preceded by | Kirsty Hayes |
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| Born | 29 March 1967 London, England |
| Children | 3 |
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| Education | Westminster School |
| Alma mater | New College, Oxford (BA) |
| Occupation | Diplomat |
Early life and education
Sainty was born on 29 March 1967 in London, England, as the first son of Sir John Sainty and Lady Frances Sainty. He was educated at Westminster School, an all-boys public school attached to Westminster Abbey.[2] He studied mathematics and philosophy at New College, Oxford, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree.[1][2]
Career
Sainty entered the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) in 1989, beginning his career as a diplomat.[2]
He was Deputy Head of Mission in The Hague from 2006 to 2008, and in Rome from August 2011 to August 2015.[1][2] Since 1 October 2018, he has served as the British Ambassador to Portugal.[3]
Personal life
Sainty is married to Sarah. Together they have three children: two daughters and a son.[2]
References
- "British Ambassador to Portugal Chris Sainty". GOV.UK. Retrieved 2 February 2019.
- "Sainty, Christopher James". Who's Who 2019. Oxford University Press. 1 December 2018. doi:10.1093/ww/9780199540884.013.U290402. Retrieved 2 February 2019.
- "Chris Sainty is the new British Ambassador to Portugal". GOV.UK. British Embassy Lisbon. 8 October 2018. Retrieved 2 February 2019.