From bringing down energy costs to slashing red tape, we're tackling head on the barriers that are stunting growth for Britain's businesses.

We’re welcoming top science and tech talent to the UK 🇬🇧 From the newly announced Global Talent Fund to two new fast-track research grants through the The Royal Society and Royal Academy of Engineering - there’s a range of funding schemes open to international talent. Find out more 👇

Today, I have placed financial services at the heart of the government’s growth mission. Britain cannot succeed and meet its growth ambitions without a financial services sector that is fighting fit and thriving.

eVisa is now replacing visa vignettes If you apply for your work or study visa from today you may not get a visa vignette in your passport. If you apply for any other visa, including visitor visa, you will still receive a vignette. Visit gov.uk/eVisa

Coming to the UK?❗ eVisas are now replacing visa 'vignette' stickers. If you're applying for a work or study visa, you might not get a physical sticker in your passport anymore. You might still get one if you need to prove your identity at a visa application centre if you're

Esports World Cup 2025 is already underway, but did you know we had our very own tournament onboard HMS Prince of Wales a few weeks ago with our partners from @theSingaporeDIS and the Singapore Esports community?

Russian spies are trying to destabilise Europe, undermine Ukraine’s sovereignty and threaten the safety of British citizens. Today we are exposing this activity and sanctioning those responsible. Protecting the UK from harm is fundamental to this government’s Plan for Change.

We want to hear from you as we tackle these burning questions and more as part of our new AMA series with @nikmehtaFCDO ! Please send your questions here: forms.office.com/e/2BnUNBHK0H

Join us in the semi-finals of the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 and see things differently. #SeeThingsDifferently #GreatSport #euro2025

Join us in the semi-finals of the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 and see things differently. #SeeThingsDifferently #GreatSport #euro2025

One year to go until the #CommonwealthGames return to Glasgow! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Meet Finnie, the #Glasgow2026 mascot created by the young people of Glasgow to inspire athletes and fans alike. We can't wait to cheer on our athletes as they compete on the world stage! Glasgow 2026

🤝 David Lammy held the first Lancaster House Summit this week, giving 🇬🇧 business leaders exclusive insights into ASEAN markets, fresh from visits to the region. If you are a UK business exploring opportunities overseas, visit great.gov.uk for support & guidance.

Cheering our Lionesses on as they take on the #WEURO2025 finals today! ⚽🏆

Bringing it home! Photo credit: @lionesses

🎉 One year in Singapore! From kopi to key moments in diplomacy, let’s look back at 365 unforgettable days with @nikmehtaFCDO . Watch on to see what made this year truly special 🇬🇧🤝🇸🇬