Nick Thomas-Symonds

Welsh Labour MP for Torfaen. Paymaster General and Minister for the Cabinet Office (Minister for the Constitution and European Union Relations).

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

82 years ago, on the beaches of Normandy, brave British and Allied forces changed the course of history forever.

We must never forget the service and sacrifice of those courageous men and women.

Our debt to them can never be repaid.

[The Enterprise Forum @EntForumUK]

Yesterday we were delighted to welcome @NickTorfaen for a discussion on the UK-EU Strategic Partnership, focusing on trade and business support, with @EntForumUK members.
A big thank you to @Foodanddrinkfed for kindly hosting the session.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

It’s clearly the right outcome that the Court of Appeal will review the sentences of this distressing case.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

This is a harrowing and brave testimony.

The girls at the heart of this case have shown extraordinary bravery and strength in heinous circumstances.

This is an appalling case and it is right that law officers are urgently reviewing the sentences.

https://t.co/yyMoWkcwdJ

[Rachel Reeves @RachelReevesMP]

I want every family to have fun this summer. That's why I’m cutting VAT on children’s activities and meals with Great British Summer Savings.

Our economic plan is the right one, to support families and businesses, and build a stronger and more secure Britain.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

Nine years on from the Manchester Arena terror attack, my thoughts are with those who lost their lives, the survivors, and their loved ones.

Last year I was proud to deliver on my promise to Figen Murray to introduce Martyn’s Law, in memory of her son Martyn Hett.

Martyn’s Law will help save lives by making sure venues and event spots have clear plans in place and are ready to act if the worst happens.

[Cambridge University @Cambridge_Uni]

Celebrating 60 years of research exchange, collaboration and discovery 🤝

It was a privilege to welcome the Minister for EU Relations @NickTorfaen and Belgian Interior Minister @BernardQuintin_ to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the @WienerAnspach (FWA), with FWA President Professor Didier Viviers.

📸 Lloyd Mann

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

We’ve just secured a historic trade deal with the Gulf.

This is a huge win for British business, and for working people who will feel the benefits in the years ahead.

We’ve secured five major trade deals with international partners - delivering on our commitment to drive economic growth, create jobs, and strengthen our economy.

[Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen]

For decades, the Infected Blood Community fought with extraordinary courage to uncover the truth.

Yesterday’s service at @StPaulsLondon recognised their loss, trauma & harm.

Thank you to the Memorial Committee for their vital work in ensuring this scandal is never forgotten.

[Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen]

As Minister for the Constitution I approve of my friend @NicDakin55 being taken hostage 😆

[Nic Dakin MP @NicDakin55]

Off to the Palace to be the hostage while the King comes to Parliament to deliver his Speech. All part of Great British Pageantry

[Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen]

We were elected to change this country - and change it in a Labour way.

Nothing the Labour Movement ever won for working people came easily.

We need to crack on with our mission to rebuild and reunite Britain.

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[Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen]

We need to get on with the job. I attended Cabinet this morning having flown back from Cyprus last night where I was working on preparing the next UK-EU Summit.

We have to reject both panic and comfort, and put country before party.

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[Marilena Raouna @marilena_raouna]

A good exchange today with Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen, Minister for the Constitution and European Union Relations of the #UnitedKingdom in Lefkosia, on the margins of the informal meeting of EU Ministers for European Affairs. 🇨🇾🇪🇺

Our discussion focused on bilateral cooperation and 🇪🇺-🇬🇧 relations, including ways to build on the positive momentum of the first EU-UK Summit last May and further strengthen cooperation, particularly in areas of shared strategic interest.

🤝 The #CY2026EU Presidency remains committed to advancing EU-UK relations and working towards tangible, mutually beneficial deliverables.

[EU Council Newsroom @EUCouncilTVNews]

Arrival and doorstep by Nick THOMAS-SYMONDS @NickTorfaen, Minister for the Constitution and European Union Relations of the #UnitedKingdom, at the informal meeting of ministers for #EuropeanAffairs taking place on 11 May 2026 in #Nicosia. https://t.co/B2doo7Wiuk

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

🇬🇧 Minister for the @cabinetofficeuk @NickTorfaen joined European counterparts at the Informal Meeting of Ministers for European Affairs.

He underlined the UK’s commitment to working with like-minded partners on shared challenges, from security to democratic resilience.

[European Union in the UK @EUdelegationUK]

. @NickTorfaen joined EU Ministers in Cyprus today to discuss cooperation against Foreign Information Manipulation and Interference (FIMI).

From Russia and elsewhere, hostile actors try to target our democracies - together, the EU and UK are stronger and more resilient.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

Thank you, @KenSkatesMS for stepping up to provide leadership for Labour in Wales and the Senedd as we begin a period of necessary reflection and rebuilding.

Ken is a talented and experienced MS. I know he will do a fantastic job bringing Welsh Labour together and holding the new Welsh government to account for working people.

[Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen]

The result in Ceredigion Penfro is a real loss to the Senedd, but I know that Eluned will continue to make a difference in whatever she does next.

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[Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen]

Thank you to Eluned Morgan, Wales’ first female First Minister, for her outstanding service to the people of Wales.

As Eluned stands down as Welsh Labour Leader, I want to thank her for all her brilliant work and her friendship.

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[Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen]

We need to move forward calmly, and continue to serve our country.

When we came into Government, what changed was having a PM whose priority was, and is, improving the lives of working people.

Keir is determined to make our country better-and he has a mandate to do so.

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[Nick Thomas-Symonds @NickTorfaen]

I’m deeply saddened about the results today, especially in Wales. But we will bounce back.

Now is not the time to walk away from the challenges we face.

Change does not happen overnight. We cannot choose chaos.

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