During her visit the Ambassador had the opportunity to engage with a diverse group of British residents, many of whom have been actively involved in charity, voluntary or professional community work in the Algarve over a substantial period of time.
She was accompanied throughout the visit by British Consul and Regional Operations Manager, Simona Demuro, and by Vice Consul Portimão, Clive Jewell.
Kirsty was greeted by Dr Luis Villas-Boas as she made her first visit to the Refúgio Aboim Ascensão children’s home in the centre of Faro, where she also met British entertainer, Jimmy Tarbuck, who, along with the late Sir Bobby Robson, is a long-term supporter of the Refúgio.