David Lammy vows to 'upgrade' relations with EU at meeting with bloc's foreign affairs chief today - as Labour MPs live it up on 'partnership' bash in Brussels

John Healeydefence Secretary

This Government is stepping up on European security; deepening our defence relationship with our EU and NATO allies is vital during this critical period

Mr Healey said

A strong and secure Britain is a foundation of our plan for change

Ahead of his talks with Ms Kallas in London today, Mr Lammy said

It's vital we upgrade our partnership with the EU and work together to bring an end to this war and deliver security of all of our citizens,

Lammy said about the war in Ukraine