Amazing to see teams from England @evertoninthecommunity and Wales
@swansfdn@blaenaugwentcbc , competing in the Street Child World Cup in Mexico.
The event brings together teams of street-connected young people from around the world to compete in football and take part in arts and advocacy programmes.
Well done for representing your countries at the event, and best of luck for the rest of the tournament.
@streetchildunited
#IAMSOMEBODY
Before the caps, the shoot-out heroics and the spectacular saves, @jpickford1 was just a kid diving around a pitch in Sunderland.
We surprised @england ’s Number one with a photograph from his first pitch, and this is what happened 🖼️
Made possible thanks to the @premierleague@englandfootball and @dcmsgovuk
#FirstPitches
Playing sport can have a positive impact on our physical and mental health. This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek rugby player Lizzie shares three top reasons for getting active and staying connected through sport.
On the 81st anniversary of VE Day we're proud to announce funding for Second World War veterans to travel to commemorations in Europe this year — from the beaches of Normandy to the battlefields of Arnhem.
Working with the @royalbritishlegion in collaboration with charities like @sont1944 and @taxicharity we're ensuring those who secured our freedoms can return to the places that shaped our history.
#VEDay81
#veterans
#wewillrememberthem
‘We remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.’
Today we mark the 81st anniversary of VE Day, when the Second World War came to an end in Europe.
Did you know there is more than one copy of the Declaration of Independence?
And three of them are right here in the UK.
As The King and Queen begin a State Visit to the United States of America, take a peek at how the UK’s diplomatic relationship with the US first began, with the @nationalarchivesuk .
If you could get up to 250K to make the videogame of your dreams, what would you make? Let me know in the comments and search UK Games Fund to find out more about how to apply.
Filmed at New Game Plus as part of London Games Festival 2026.
#gamedev #gamesdevelopment #gaming #lgf26
Protecting the world-class culture at the heart of our communities
Almost £130 million will help protect and transform 130 cultural venues, museums, and libraries across England
Arts and culture aren’t a luxury for a privileged few. They are for everyone, everywhere.
That’s why the government is announcing a massive £127.8 million injection into 130 local museums, libraries, and arts venues to protect them for future generations
Do you know what philanthropy means? 🤔
It’s charitable giving that can transform lives, and our new roadmap will help direct more of it into local communities across the UK
It’s now easier than ever to give back to communities that need help most
🔗/government/news/government-to-unlock-philanthropic-investment-into-englands-most-disadvantaged-communities
Norwich Castle is getting a major upgrade thanks to the DCMS/Wolfson Fund Museums and Galleries Improvement Fund.
New displays, better access, and Boudica’s story told like never before.
One of 24 projects sharing £4m across England. We’re proud to support collections that tell the story of who we are. 🏛️
#dcmswolfson
Somewhere to go. Someone who cares. Something to do.
Bristol's Young Futures Hub is officially open at Full Circle Docklands 🙌 a space that has welcomed young people for over a decade.
Part of a national network of hubs built with young people, for young people — offering wellbeing support, careers guidance, and real opportunities for ages 10–18.
This is just the beginning.
