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  • Sajid Javid – 2022 Comments at G7 Meeting on Protecting Countries from Another Pandemic

    Sajid Javid – 2022 Comments at G7 Meeting on Protecting Countries from Another Pandemic

    The comments made by Sajid Javid, the Secretary of State for Health, on 21 May 2022.

    This meeting was a crucial moment for G7 member countries as we learn the lessons of Covid and how to live with the virus.

    I am committed to ensuring we are all better prepared against future health threats including another pandemic and antimicrobial resistance, which is why it was so important we united today to protect the world’s health.

    The UK’s leading the way with our living with Covid approach, and it was great to exchange ideas with my G7 counterparts on how we all move out of the pandemic.

  • Stuart Andrew – 2022 Comments on Garden Communities

    Stuart Andrew – 2022 Comments on Garden Communities

    The comments made by Stuart Andrew, the Housing Minister, on 21 May 2022.

    Building beautiful new homes in the places they are most needed lies at the heart of the government’s levelling up mission.

    Garden villages and towns are perfect examples of the vibrant, green communities we want to see right across the country and today’s funding will allow us to work hand-in-hand with local leaders and industry to deliver the high-quality new homes that we need.

  • Sajid Javid – 2022 Comments on Medical Aid for Ukraine

    Sajid Javid – 2022 Comments on Medical Aid for Ukraine

    The comments made by Sajid Javid, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, on 20 May 2022.

    Russia’s unprovoked and illegal attacks on Ukraine have created a medical emergency, with Putin targeting healthcare facilities like maternity units, hospitals, and ambulances.

    The UK’s support for our friends in Ukraine is unwavering, giving medicines and equipment they desperately need, which has saved tens of thousands of lives.

    Thank you to the NHS in England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland for stepping up and donating vital medical supplies.

  • Sadiq Khan – 2022 Comments on Skills Bootcamps

    Sadiq Khan – 2022 Comments on Skills Bootcamps

    The comments made by Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, on 19 May 2022.

    These Skills Bootcamps will help us to continue building a better London for everyone, giving unemployed adults or those in low-income work a chance to learn or retrain and then go on to get good, future-proof jobs and careers.

    Upskilling and accessible, affordable education are crucial to tackling the cost of living crisis and aiding post-covid recovery, and this additional funding will help even more Londoners to access free training and gain the skills they need to succeed in key industries of our economy.

  • Rishi Sunak – 2022 Comments on Financial Support for Ukraine

    Rishi Sunak – 2022 Comments on Financial Support for Ukraine

    The comments made by Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, on 19 May 2022.

    I remain steadfast with my G7 partners in standing with Ukraine. I am pleased to confirm up to $50million in UK guarantees for EBRD critical support in Ukraine. This will help Ukraine continue to provide electricity to its citizens as they fight for their freedom.

    It’s clear that Putin’s barbaric and illegal invasion of Ukraine has not only had a devastating humanitarian impact on Ukraine; it is also causing significant disruption to the global economy, the impacts of which are being felt across the G7, including here at home in the UK.

    I am determined to work with my G7 partners to confront these shared challenges.

  • Priti Patel – 2022 Comments on Rwanda and UK Asylum

    Priti Patel – 2022 Comments on Rwanda and UK Asylum

    The comments made by Priti Patel, the Home Secretary, on 19 May 2022.

    All nations and international agencies must work together to address the issue of illegal migration collectively and urgently save lives.

    Rwanda and the UK stand together in promoting a new, fairer, more effective global asylum system. Our Migration and Economic Development Partnership will deter criminality, exploitation and abuse, while supporting the humane and respectful treatment of refugees.

    It was incredibly useful to discuss the partnership in detail with UN partners in Geneva today and assuage any concerns. We pay tribute to the UNHCR for their tireless efforts to support some of the most vulnerable people around the world.

  • John Glen – 2022 Comments on Access to Cash

    John Glen – 2022 Comments on Access to Cash

    The comments made by John Glen, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, on 19 May 2022.

    Millions of people across the UK still rely on cash, particularly those in vulnerable groups, and today we are delivering on our promise to ensure that access to cash is protected in communities across the country.

    I want to make sure that people are still able to use cash as part of their daily lives, and it’s crucial to ensure that no person nor community across the UK is left behind as we embrace a more digital world.

  • Therese Coffey – 2022 Comments on Benefit Fraud

    Therese Coffey – 2022 Comments on Benefit Fraud

    The comments made by Therese Coffey, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, on 19 May 2022.

    The welfare system is there to help the most vulnerable. It is not a cash machine for callous criminals and it’s vital that the government ensures money is well spent.

    Fraud is an ever-present threat and before the pandemic, our efforts brought fraud and error close to record lows.

    This plan outlines what we need to fight fraud in 2022 and into the future. Thousands of trained specialists, combined with targeted new tools and powers, will mean we can keep up with fraud in today’s digital age and prevent, detect and deter those who would try to cheat the system.

  • Kit Malthouse – 2022 Comments on Increasing the Number of Probation Officers

    Kit Malthouse – 2022 Comments on Increasing the Number of Probation Officers

    The comments made by Kit Malthouse, the Probation Minister, on 19 May 2022.

    Making the streets safer is one of our top priorities so we are giving the Probation Service the resources they need to hold offenders to account, cut crime and reduce the number of victims.

    Probation officers play an invaluable role in protecting the public and so we are boosting their numbers – meaning there are more people keeping a watchful eye on offenders and ensuring they reform their criminal ways.

  • Grant Shapps – 2022 Comments on Russian Airlines and Slots at UK Airports

    Grant Shapps – 2022 Comments on Russian Airlines and Slots at UK Airports

    The comments made by Grant Shapps, the Secretary of State for Transport, on 19 May 2022.

    The UK was one of the first nations to implement sanctions on Putin and his allies; we forbade entrance to their ships and planes, strangling them of the privilege to benefit from global trade and commerce.

    Today, the UK Government has built on the strong action we have already taken against Russia’s flagship carrier Aeroflot, along with Rossiya and Ural Airlines. This means they will be unable to use their expensive landing slots at UK airports. Our actions will also prevent Russia from selling the slots, and cashing in on up to £50 million.