Catherine West

The UK is working hand-in-glove with Cyprus on defence, security and foreign policy – keeping both Cypriot and British people safe at home and overseas.

What a performance, @Lionesses! Into the final and inspiring the nation Let’s bring it home.

I am deeply saddened by reports of a Bangladesh Air Force jet that has crashed into a school in Dhaka, with many children affected.   My thoughts are with all those who have suffered, especially the families of the victims and the injured.

🇬🇧 and 🇻🇳 co-chaired the ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference with 🇬🇧 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 🇬🇧 Foreign Secretary Lammy emphasised: “An effective 🇬🇧-ASEAN partnership will not only drive growth but also enable us to tackle global issues together.”

Thank you @ArupUK and @britishexpertise for hosting the opening event of the UK-Asian Development Bank Roadshow yesterday. Delighted that visiting @ADB staff will be able to meet British experts over the course of this week to tackle development challenges in Asia and the Pacific

An absolute pleasure to be invited to the Camden Mela yesterday. A celebration that brings in the Asian Diaspora from across North London. Thank you to all the organisers, volunteers, performers and stall holders for all their hard work.

I got into politics to help children facing the toughest challenges. Today’s Better Futures Fund will give hundreds of thousands of children, young people and their families a better chance in life. theguardian.com/society/2025/j…

Congratulations to Rachel Reeves and Darren Jones for announcing the £500 million social impact fund which will help transform children and youth services in the coming years and into which social investors may add an additional £500 million.

Reports of women and children killed waiting in line for nutritional supplies yesterday in Gaza are horrific. The UK Government calls for an immediate and independent investigation into this incident. Protection for civilians and unhindered access to humanitarian aid is vital.

Civilians in Gaza must be protected from attack and able to access aid without fear. Devastated to hear about the killing of women and children waiting in line for aid yesterday. The UK Government calls for an immediate and independent investigation into this incident.

“When girls see me on the pitch, I want them to know nothing can stop them from achieving what they want. “If anyone says you are a girl, you shouldn’t be playing. I say, watch me.” - @jj_Roble Every woman and girl is #MadeForThisGame 💪

We're making it cheaper and easier to own an EV. Today I've announced £63m to deliver: ⚡kerbside charging - saving up to £1.5k a year vs petrol 🚑New chargepoints for NHS, saving millions 🚛chargepoints for business Creating jobs, cutting costs & driving our Plan for Change.

ASEAN and the Indo-Pacific are vital to UK growth and security. We are breaking down barriers between businesses in the UK and Southeast Asia to become economically stronger together.

While in #KualaLumpur for the 58th #AMM, @FCDOGovUK Secretary of State @DavidLammy met with PM @anwaribrahim. They discussed the shared ambition to elevate the relationship between 🇬🇧🇲🇾 to a Strategic Partnership, particularly in the areas of education, energy, defence & trade.

In Rome for the Ukraine Recovery Conference today. The UK stands firmly with Ukraine - not just in defence, but in building their future. Through global partnerships, we're ensuring Ukraine receives vital support for humanitarian needs and long-term reconstruction. 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇦

Thank you @AusHouseLondon 🇦🇺🇬🇧 for this week’s reception celebrating the incredible art of Emily Kam Kngwarray. It was the perfect way to honour NAIDOC week in its 50th year and to reflect on First Nations people's history, their strength, vision & legacy.

A short explanation on what our new measures on protecting victims of harassment and discrimination at work mean- no longer will they be forced to suffer in silence- victims will be able to call out unacceptable behaviour in the workplace

The NHS has always been there for my family. Today, on its 77th anniversary, the entire country says thank you.

Honoured to lay a wreath at the Korean War Memorial in London yesterday alongside Ambassador Yoon.   We remember the brave British personnel who fought for freedom on the Korean Peninsula. Their sacrifice built lasting bonds between our nations that continue to this day.🇬🇧🇰🇷

Investing in our security services. Improving our China capabilities across government. The UK will pragmatically engage with China in the national interest - always putting our national security first. The China Audit is a key part of our National Security Strategy 👇🏿