GCHQ

Ever wondered if you could remember a skill you first learnt 80 years ago? 🤔 Meet Cynthia, a war time codebreaker, a huge part of our history and an absolute joy - especially when it came to recall her morse code expertise.

Our partnership with the military stretches back over 100 years and today on #ArmedForcesDay, and everyday, we work alongside our Armed Forces to use our unique capabilities to protect personnel and equipment. GCHQ was formed at the end of the First World War in 1919 to support the military. Since then, GCHQ has worked to support operations with intelligence from the UK and on deployment by their side #SupportOurTroops

As we mark Pride month, across our organisation, we are focusing on 'everyday allyship'. Allyship is something that we can all do, and consider in everything that we do - at home, in the office and in our daily life. We asked our brilliant Pride & Pride Allies network for some of the everyday examples that can make a difference.

Why are @GCHQ, the UK’s intelligence, security and cyber agency, actively seeking out neurodivergent recruits? #InsideOurMinds – ADHD & Dyslexia, now streaming on @BBC iPlayer bbc.co.uk/insideourminds #dyslexia #neurodivergent

While writing her new book Hark - How Women Listen, @alicevincentwrites spoke with two of our expert linguists- Tia and Jill. More than just listeners, they reveal how their work involves deep understanding, precision, and a responsibility that can impact national security. Their stories shed light on the vital role listening plays behind the scenes, here at GCHQ.

It was great to be a part of our @CyberHQ’s #CYBERUK25 in Manchester this month, during which Anne Keast-Butler, Director GCHQ met with a group of inspirational women from all over the world, to have breakfast and to discuss the future of cybersecurity. The Women in Cyber breakfast event was attended by more than 50 women leading the way in the world of technology, from universities, governments and big companies from the worlds of defence, banking and technology. While the event was fun, there were also serious discussions taking place about common adversaries, the importance of global partnerships and how countries all around the world are working together to defeat them. Director GCHQ said; “I was honoured to be invited to the event and it was a privilege to meet so many inspirational women. “We live in a world where cyber threats are fast-evolving and, as we’ve seen in recent weeks, can affect anybody. However, I’m optimistic – at this at this event I spoke to some brilliant women doing brilliant work. “I’m also pleased that Manchester has cemented itself as a centre of cyber excellence.” The breakfast event was part of CyberUK, an event organised by the National Cyber Security Centre, which is part of GCHQ. The event was held in Manchester and was attended by some of the top people from the worlds of technology and security, who met to trade tools, insights and ideas.

“Ere it comes u goils” writes wartime analyst as early word of German surrender was received 📧 We have released letters sent between intelligence operatives sharing the news that the end of the Second World War in Europe was imminent. The letters, which were sent in the run-up to the end of the fighting, have been released to mark the 80th anniversary of #VEDay on 8 May 2025.

GCHQ is at the heart of our nation’s security. In WW2, the agency was responsible for breaking the German Enigma codes. Today, its world-leading expertise counters threats from Russia to Iran behind the scenes to keep the UK safe at home and abroad. Foreign Secretary @david.lammy visited @gchq to meet those working on the digital frontline and learn how we’re tackling threats to national security.

Manchester isn’t just one of our homes, it’s the host city for #CYBERUK25 from 6-8 May 2025 🤩 Get ready to explore and connect in this amazing city! Swipe through for some inspiration to make the most of your trip 🗺️✨

There’s history and intel abound at The Golden. But have you rooted out the new puzzles the genius code-makers over at @GCHQ made specially for #OperationMincemeat on Broadway? 🔎 Secret-seeking spies, keep your eyes peeled for clues! 👀 #InternationalSpyDay

It’s officially Spring and our sites are looking beautiful in the sunshine ☀️💐✨

The National Cyber Force (NCF) is a key partnership between defence and intelligence, which includes the @ministryofdefence, @GCHQ, @ukstrategiccommand, @Dstlmod and the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS). The NCF, in association with @in4group and @lancasteruni's Cyber Security team, hosted a hackathon – a series of rapid and collaborative computer engineering challenges – for CyberFirst Bursary and STEM university students from across the North West last week. Over two days, participants put their technical, inventive problem-solving and teamwork skills to the test. They were challenged to design a secure smart-home solution - a crucial task in an era of evolving cyber threats. Beyond the hands-on competition, attendees gained invaluable insights through a panel discussion with industry experts and a lunch and learn session on quantum encryption and AI, exploring its future role in cyber defence. A fantastic showcase of emerging cyber talent, tackling today’s challenges to secure the digital world of tomorrow!