Women share their cost of living concerns with the Prime Minister during his visit to Lisburn

Mr Starmer was joined by The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn MP.

Centre Manager, Gay Sherry-Bingham, welcomed the Prime Minister to the centre, which offers support to women in the local community,

"This visit was an opportunity for them to listen directly to the voices of women and families in our community hearing first-hand about the realities of the cost of living crisis, financial pressures, isolation, and the daily challenges many people are facing,” she said.

"We want to be clear that Atlas Women’s Centre is a community organisation with one purpose: supporting and empowering women and families.

"Our focus during this visit was ensuring that those in positions of power heard the real lived experiences of our community.

"Atlas changes lives every day — through learning, support, confidence building, childcare, and safe spaces where women can rebuild their futures.

"The stories shared showed how vital community organisations are and why sustained investment in grassroots services like Atlas is essential.

"We are proud to stand with our community and to use every opportunity to amplify their voices, their challenges, and their hopes for a better future.”