Background
Best was born in Worthing, West Sussex, on 28 July 1933.
Best was born in Worthing, West Sussex, on 28 July 1933.
He studied history at University College London, graduating Bachelor of Arts (Bachelor).
He served as Ambassador to Iceland from 1989 to 1991. On 31 December 1970, Best was appointed an officer of the Her Majesty"s Diplomatic Service.
In the 1977 Queen"s Birthday, Best was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (Administration Member of the Order of the British Empire) for his services as First Secretary, Her Majesty Embassy Stockholm.