Lucy

Head of External Relations @BritishCouncil. Former roles closely resembling W1A & The Thick Of It. Views my own

[UK in Kenya 🇬🇧🇰🇪 @UKinKenya]

British Council CEO Scott McDonald (@McDonaldScott_) met High Commissioner to Kenya @FCDOMattBaugh to discuss ambitions to build more cultural, educational and digital links to deliver the Kenya-UK Strategic Partnership following the success of the UK-Kenya season. 🇬🇧 🇰🇪

[British Council @BritishCouncil]

We’re incredibly proud of our colleagues who have been recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours for their exceptional service to the UK.

Huge congratulations to:

[Lucy @Lucy_Phil]

Some actual good news!

[Sanjay Sipahimalani @SanSip]

The kids are all right: a survey of children in the UK recorded a rise in reading for pleasure across every age group from eight to 18.

[British Council in India @inBritish]

Delighted to welcome UK Foreign Secretary @YvetteCooperMP to @inBritish and discuss the growing strength of education partnerships as part of #IndiaUK #Vision2035. #Education is at the heart of our shared ambition in research, innovation and people-to-people ties. @UKinIndia

[Lucy @Lucy_Phil]

‘UK Foreign Secretary in India to drive forward Vision 2035 partnership’

@YvetteCooperMP will join a special programme at the British Council to hear how UK-India partnerships on education & growth are delivering real results on shared priorities:

https://t.co/4v24lYzvsI

[British Council @BritishCouncil]

Bring the excitement of the Commonwealth Games into your classroom 🌍🏅

Download our FREE classroom resource pack 🔗 https://t.co/pRWm4bBOOk

📸 At the pack launch, pupils at St John Paul II School, Glasgow, met gymnast Cameron Lynn and official #Glasgow2026 mascot Finnie!

[Scott McDonald @McDonaldScott_]

Erasmus+ UK is officially open for business – an exciting moment for the British Council and all the UK organisations looking to get involved.

The programme will offer life-changing opportunities to study, train and collaborate across 30+ countries in Europe and beyond, open to schools, colleges, universities, youth groups, sports clubs and adult education providers.

Over 100,000 people are expected to benefit in year one. Funding opens in November, but you can start preparing now: 🔗 https://t.co/qusn9C143F

#ErasmusPlusUK @ErasmusPlusUK

[Seema Malhotra MP @SeemaMalhotra1]

The @BritishCouncil and @durham_uni have been involved in UK-supported conservation with Nepal to safeguard its remarkable history for future generations.

Honoured to hear about this work at Maya Devi Temple and Kapilvastu — the birthplace and ancient home of Lord Buddha.

[England @England]

Come Together.

[UK Music @UK_Music]

"The British Music Embassy has a vital role to play as a fantastic showcase to help the UK’s incredibly diverse industry grow at home and abroad." UK Music Chief @Tomkiehl has welcomed the announcement of BME's (@britishmusicbiz) @sxswlndn showcase. https://t.co/ahmbk5JsII

[British Council Arts @BritishArts]

📚 Bibliophiles: join us at Hay Festival, Wales, 21–31 May! 📚

As @HayFestival’s global partner, we're supporting a series of events featuring authors from the UK, Colombia, Ecuador, India, Kenya, Mexico and Peru.

🔗 https://t.co/XwOIgc350C

📷 Billie Charity and Hay festival

[British Council Schools @Schools_British]

Interested in Erasmus+ funding for your UK school? Take the first step on your journey: find a partner school and start a project together through our online events.

Register now: https://t.co/2GYKYbs2wn
#ErasmusPlusUK #Schools

[UK in Libya🇬🇧🇱🇾 @UKinLibya]

📢 New partnership announced!

An agreement between Libya’s NOC and the British Council will boost English training and build skills across the oil sector
From specialised programmes to “Train the Trainers”, it reinforces 🇬🇧 as a trusted partner in education, development & growth

[Scott McDonald @McDonaldScott_]

At a time of heightened uncertainty, informed decisions on education matter. The latest briefing from the British Council’s MENA Higher Education Insights team examines the implications of the war between the US, Israel and Iran for education across GCC countries and Iraq.
It covers:
• country-level impacts
• examinations
• airspace restrictions and travel
• mobility trends
• transnational education (TNE)
For governments, institutions and partners, trusted insight is essential in a fast-changing landscape.
The British Council is committed to supporting international education cooperation through evidence-led analysis, long-standing regional partnerships, and expertise across higher education systems.
Read the full briefing: https://t.co/8feAAALYXm

[UK Prime Minister @10DowningStreet]

Britain is rejoining Erasmus+.

From 2027, thousands of students, apprentices and young people will be able to study and work across Europe, gaining international experience and new skills.

Run by the @BritishCouncil, the programme will unlock a range of opportunities for people from different backgrounds across the UK.

[Lucy @Lucy_Phil]

British Council Chief Executive @McDonaldScott_ said:

[Lucy @Lucy_Phil]

UK and EU finalise agreement to bring UK into Erasmus+ in 2027: government announces @BritishCouncil is set to become the National Agency for Erasmus+ in the UK. Via @educationgovuk:

https://t.co/C690Dhr3BQ

[British Council @BritishCouncil]

The British Council is set to take on the role of National Agency for Erasmus+.

Erasmus+ opens new opportunities for people from across the UK to gain knowledge and experience by studying, training or working abroad.

Find out more: https://t.co/ZbcqcJYPF1

#ErasmusPlusUK

[Scott McDonald @McDonaldScott_]

The Department for Education has announced that the British Council will be taking on the role of National Agency for Erasmus+.

Erasmus+ has a proven track record of changing lives, opening up learning experiences, providing insight into cultures, and nurturing global citizenship

As the National Agency, we will work closely with UK Government, the Devolved Governments, and @EU_Commission to make the most of the programme's opportunities for young people across the UK.

#ErasmusPlusUK

[UK Mission to the EU 🇬🇧🇪🇺 @UKMisBrussels]

The UK and the EU have today completed the final step for the UK’s association to Erasmus+ in 2027 🤝

Good news for students, apprentices, educators and young people across Europe.

🇬🇧 The @BritishCouncil has been appointed as the UK’s National Agency for Erasmus+