Category: Speeches

  • Kwasi Kwarteng – 2022 Statement on Appointment of James Bowler as Permanent Secretary

    Kwasi Kwarteng – 2022 Statement on Appointment of James Bowler as Permanent Secretary

    The statement made by Kwasi Kwarteng, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, on 10 October 2022.

    I’m delighted to welcome James [Bowler] back to the Treasury and Beth [Russell] and Cat [Little] into their new roles as Second Permanent Secretaries. James joined the Civil Service over 20 years ago and has enormous experience delivering across a range of Government departments. Beth and Cat bring experience and continuity and it’s fantastic to have them as part of the Treasury’s top team.

    James has a proven track record of delivery and strong leadership, both of which will be vital as we drive towards our mission of igniting growth and raising living standards for everyone across the UK.

  • Chloe Smith – 2022 Comments on World Mental Health Day

    Chloe Smith – 2022 Comments on World Mental Health Day

    The comments made by Chloe Smith, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, on 10 October 2022.

    On World Mental Health Day, it is important to recognise the virtuous circle between health and work – we know that giving people the support they need to work is very good for their long term health.

    The Government’s growth-focused agenda will deliver jobs, higher wages and greater opportunities – and I am delighted that people who have faced barriers to entering the workforce due to poor mental health will now be able to access support across England.

    Helping people access both clinical support for their mental health as well as employment advice gives them the tools they need to get into or return to work. This is vital to helping drive down inactivity and growing our economy so we can deliver more money and support for public services such as these.

  • Ed Miliband – 2022 Comments on Closing Gas Storage

    Ed Miliband – 2022 Comments on Closing Gas Storage

    The comments made by Ed Miliband, the Shadow Energy Minister, on Twitter on 10 October 2022.

    The Conservatives’ decision to close our largest gas storage facility in 2017 is yet another way in which they have left us exposed, along with blocking onshore wind + solar, and cutting energy efficiency And now they won’t even give proper information about cutting bills

  • Andrew Bowie – 2022 Comments on Nicola Sturgeon “Detest Tories” Remarks

    Andrew Bowie – 2022 Comments on Nicola Sturgeon “Detest Tories” Remarks

    The comments made by Andrew Bowie, the Conservative MP for West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine, on Twitter on 10 October 2022.

    Sturgeon “I detest the Tories”. That’s the First Minister of Scotland “detesting” a 1/4 of the Scottish electorate. Good to see the language of respectful disagreement being demonstrated here. BTW, how’s that plan to win over 2014 No voters going?

  • Carl Bildt – 2022 Statement on Russian Attack on Ukrainian Civilians

    Carl Bildt – 2022 Statement on Russian Attack on Ukrainian Civilians

    The statement made by Carl Bildt, the Co-Chair European Council on Foreign Relations, on Twitter on 10 October 2022.

    It looks as if Russia is randomly attacking the city center of Kyiv. Two immediate consequences: a new wave of refugees and a new discussion on air defence for Kyiv and Ukraine.

  • Mykhailo Fedorov – 2022 Statement on Russian Attack on Ukrainian Civilians

    Mykhailo Fedorov – 2022 Statement on Russian Attack on Ukrainian Civilians

    The statement made by Mykhailo Fedorov, the Vice President of Ukraine, on 10 October 2022.

    Russia continues its cruise missiles terror. Again destroyed resident houses in Zaporizhzhia. Morning attacks on Kyiv city center, people burnt in their cares on the way to work. Set of explosions in Dnipro. Russia is terrorist state, this should be recognized officially.

  • Anne-Marie Trevelyan – 2022 U-Turn on Free Rail Travel for Veterans on Remembrance Day

    Anne-Marie Trevelyan – 2022 U-Turn on Free Rail Travel for Veterans on Remembrance Day

    The statement made by Anne-Marie Trevelyan, the Secretary of State for Transport, on 9 October 2022.

    I have ensured that the Rail Delivery Group has issued new guidance to confirm free travel for military and veterans for Remembrance Day.

    To travel, just present your MoD ID card or evidence that you are a veteran, such as Veterans Railcard, to railway staff.

  • Grant Shapps – 2022 Comments on Greg Hands Becoming Appointed as Trade Minister

    Grant Shapps – 2022 Comments on Greg Hands Becoming Appointed as Trade Minister

    The comments made by Grant Shapps, the Conservative MP for Welwyn Hatfield, on Twitter on 9 October 2022.

    Great appointment. No one is more experienced and knowledgeable than Greg Hands on Trade. A welcome addition back to Liz Truss Government.

  • Oleksiy Kuleba – 2022 Statement on Russian Attack on Ukrainian Civilians

    Oleksiy Kuleba – 2022 Statement on Russian Attack on Ukrainian Civilians

    The statement made by Oleksiy Kuleba, the Governor of Kyiv, on 10 October 2022.

    The air attack continues, I ask everyone to remain calm and stay in shelters. Air defence works in the region. There is information about downed objects. I emphasise that the air alert is still ongoing. Don’t ignore it and stay in cover. Do not photograph or film landing sites or damaged infrastructure. People’s lives depend on it. Let’s hold on.

  • Volodymyr Zelenskyy – 2022 Statement on Russian Attack on Ukrainian Civilians

    Volodymyr Zelenskyy – 2022 Statement on Russian Attack on Ukrainian Civilians

    The statement made by Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, on 10 October 2022.

    They are trying to destroy us and wipe us off the face of the earth. Destroy our people who are sleeping at home in Zaporizhzhia. Kill people who go to work in Dnipro and Kyiv. The air alarm does not subside throughout Ukraine. There are missiles hitting. Unfortunately, there are dead and wounded. Please do not leave shelters. Take care of yourself and your loved ones. Let’s hold on and be strong.