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UK Foreign Secretary Lammy Caught Fishing Without Licence

8/13/2025

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David Lammy, the UK Foreign Secretary, found himself in hot water after fishing without a rod licence during a visit from US Vice President JD Vance. Acknowledging his "administrative oversight," Lammy swiftly obtained the required licence. In England and Wales, such a misstep could lead to hefty fines of up to £2,500.

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David Lammy, the UK Foreign Secretary, found himself in hot water after fishing without a rod licence during a visit from US Vice President JD Vance. Acknowledging his "administrative oversight," Lammy swiftly obtained the required licence. In England and Wales, such a misstep could lead to hefty fines of up to £2,500.