The election of Pope Leo XIV is a deeply profound moment of joy for Catholics in the United Kingdom and around the world. I look forward to meeting the Holy Father soon.

His Holiness Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate has begun. I celebrate with Catholics across the world in this historic moment.

Congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his historic election. This is a significant day, marking a new chapter in the Catholic Church's journey. May his leadership bring hope, unity & peace across the world.

A historic moment. My sincere best wishes to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV as he begins his Pontificate, and especially to all Roman Catholics celebrating in the UK and around the world.

A moment I’ll never forget… what an immense privilege to experience it up close, surrounded by joy #whitesmoke

And then the announcement and first wave from Pope Leo XIV amid the huge crowds. Excuse the wobbly camera hand, but it gives you a sense of the excitement in the air! Congratulations, Your Holiness! #HabemusPapam

Early morning walk to St Peter'square to get a copy of historic L'Osservatore Romano front page. Jubilee volunteers are distributing it for free to pilgrims. #LeoXIV

I am delighted to extend my warmest congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election. This momentous occasion marks a new chapter for the Church, and an exciting moment for Catholics in the UK and around the world.

Congratulations His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on your inauguration today. This historic moment marks the next chapter in the Catholic Church’s journey. It was a privilege to represent the UK and its Catholic community at Mass.

The inauguration of the pope is a hugely important moment for Catholics around the world. I warmly welcome Pope Leo XIV to the role and wish him the very best as he leads the Catholic Church into this new chapter.

It was a huge honour to attend the Inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV in St Peter’s Square this morning. The UK is ready to work with the new Pope and the Holy See to increase peace and stability across the world.

Historic occasion building on the excellent relationship between 🇬🇧 The Royal Family & 🇻🇦 I am grateful to the Duke of Edinburgh for joining the Inauguration today. And for taking the opportunity to pay respects at the tomb of Pope Francis & Icon of Mary in Santa Maria Maggiore.

Including the former archivist at the VEC here in Rome. Many congratulations Prof. Maurice Whitehead MBE. From all those you have worked with UK in Holy See 🇬🇧🇻🇦 FCDO Historians The Pontifical Beda College

Just back from a visit to 🇬🇧 where I called on my counterpart at the 🇻🇦 Apostolic Nunciature, Monsignor Ante Vidović. It was a pleasure to meet, compare notes, and enjoy the cool English sunshine! Thank you to the Nuncio, H.E. Mgr Miguel Maury Buendía, Mgr Vidović & their team

We were delighted to greet pilgrims from Archdiocese of Cardiff-Menevia this morning in St Peter’s square during their Jubilee pilgrimage led by Archbishop Mark O’Toole. Thank you, Archbishop Mark, for meeting our Dr Anabel Inge at the end of the General Audience.

On the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, we commend the role of the Catholic networks in supporting survivors and tackling the profound impact of this horrific crime. The 🇬🇧’s commitment to tackle sexual violence in conflict remains resolute.

Special performance by Clare College Choir at the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore 4 July to mark the 500th anniversary of the birth of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, whose compositions elevate ‘the soul and give… voice to the mystery of the divine’ (Pope Leo XIV). All welcome!

Coming up: Ecumenical Choirs pilgrimage from Farm Street Church and Grosvenor Chapel in London to Rome, starting with a concert of sacred music in the Church of the Gesu' this evening. Free entry and all welcome.

‘Palestrina Revealed’: We look forward to joining Conductor Graham Ross and Clare College Choir from Cambridge University, as they prepare to perform in the Papal Basilica of St Mary Major this evening and in Palestrina Cathedral on Sunday. Free events, all welcome!

A Milano: è stato un piacere conoscere Don Stefano Stimamiglio e Giuseppe Musardo di Famiglia Cristiana insieme con mio collega Kassim Ramji, 🇬🇧Console Generale a Milano UKinItalia 🇬🇧🇮🇹, parlando del ruolo della Chiesa sia in Italia che nel mondo