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  • Sadiq Khan – 2022 Statement on the Government’s Fiscal Statement

    Sadiq Khan – 2022 Statement on the Government’s Fiscal Statement

    The statement made by Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, on 23 September 2022.

    The measures in this Budget are not only unfair, but will put public finances on an unsustainable footing, which risks harming our economy for years to come.

    As the country grapples with the worst cost of living crisis in decades, the Chancellor has today prioritised massive unfunded tax giveaways for the wealthy, rather than helping those households that are really struggling.

    There is not enough in today’s Fiscal Statement to help those families and businesses who need support the most.

    Today was a missed opportunity from the Chancellor who could have made a real difference to millions of Londoners by providing free school meals to all primary school children, uplifting Universal Credit and ensuring that the most vulnerable receive a basic amount of free energy. He should also have given me the power to freeze private rents in London, which would save people £3,000 over two years.

    Instead the Government has chosen to bring in an swathe of tax cuts that they admit will disproportionately benefit the most wealthy in society. Londoners who are struggling to make ends meet will be disappointed at the lack of immediate help today.

  • Sadiq Khan – 2022 Comments Following Disorder Outside Iranian Embassy

    Sadiq Khan – 2022 Comments Following Disorder Outside Iranian Embassy

    The comments made by Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, on 26 September 2022.

    The scenes that took place last night were completely unacceptable. The selfish minority who attempted to hijack a peaceful protest must be brought to justice.

    The right to protest is a cornerstone of our democracy, but violence and attacks on our police and communities will never be tolerated. I am in close contact with the Met Commissioner and the police have my full support in pursuing those behind the disorder.

    On behalf of all Londoners, I wish all the officers injured a swift recovery and urge anyone with information on those involved to call the police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously.

  • Sadiq Khan – 2022 Comments on Samson Kambalu Artwork on Fourth Plinth

    Sadiq Khan – 2022 Comments on Samson Kambalu Artwork on Fourth Plinth

    The comments made by Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, on 28 September 2022.

    I’m delighted that Samson Kambalu’s inspiring sculpture has become the latest to take its place on the Fourth Plinth. Our world-renowned sculpture prize entertains, educates and inspires. Samson is shining a light on an often overlooked part of our country’s history and I’m sure it will encourage discussion about the fight for freedom and equality. As we continue to fight against racism and stand-up for equality across our city and country, it is a message that remains just as important today.

  • Nadhim Zahawi – 2022 Comments on the Inaugural UK Islands Forum

    Nadhim Zahawi – 2022 Comments on the Inaugural UK Islands Forum

    The comments made by Nadhim Zahawi, the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, on 29 September 2022.

    The inaugural UK Islands Forum has been a wonderful way to bring together people from across our islands discuss our shared challenges and seize new opportunities to work more closely together.

    The talks I’ve led in Orkney have left me in no doubt that this Forum is an innovation that is being embraced by islands from across the UK, and it was fantastic that our colleagues in the devolved governments were part of the discussion.

    There is clearly a strong appetite to continue working together on issues from the deployment of renewable technologies to the importance of creating strong partnerships between the public and private sector to drive forward investment. I look forward to seeing the real difference this makes to our island communities and beyond.

  • Keir Starmer – 2022 Comments on Recalling Parliament

    Keir Starmer – 2022 Comments on Recalling Parliament

    The comments made by Keir Starmer, the Leader of the Opposition, on Twitter on 28 September 2022.

    Across the country, people are worried about their energy bills, their mortgages, their pensions.

    This is entirely self inflicted by the government.

    Abandon this act of economic self-harm and recall parliament now.

  • Kemi Badenoch – 2022 Comments on the Atlantic Future Forum

    Kemi Badenoch – 2022 Comments on the Atlantic Future Forum

    The comments made by Kemi Badenoch, the International Trade Secretary, on 28 September 2022.

    The US is our single most important trade, defence and security partner. We share the same values – freedom, free trade and the rule of law. Our special relationship means together we are a force for progress as we face down countries who threaten these values.

    The Atlantic Future Forum represents an incredible opportunity for our two nations to exchange skills, ideas and technology. Every morning, over a million people get up and go to work for British companies in America, and over a million do the same for American companies in the UK.

    The UK is a low-tax, high-talent, innovation nation and I will show America’s biggest companies that we are ready to be their investment partner of choice.

  • Rupa Huq – 2022 Apology Over Comments Made About Kwasi Kwarteng

    Rupa Huq – 2022 Apology Over Comments Made About Kwasi Kwarteng

    An apology made by Rupa Huq, the Labour MP for Ealing Central and Acton, on 27 September 2022.

    I have today contacted Kwasi Kwarteng to offer my sincere and heartfelt apologies for the comments I made at yesterday’s Labour conference fringe meeting. My comments were ill-judged and I wholeheartedly apologise to anyone affected.

  • Nadhim Zahawi – 2022 Comments on Moving Civil Service Jobs Out of London

    Nadhim Zahawi – 2022 Comments on Moving Civil Service Jobs Out of London

    The comments made by Nadhim Zahawi, the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, on 27 September 2022.

    We want to drive growth right across the United Kingdom and moving Civil Service jobs out of London is crucial to delivering this. I am delighted to say that the Cabinet Office is leading the way with this work by ensuring we have key decision makers based in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

    It is imperative that we continue to build on this momentum and expand opportunities for people outside of London, giving them the chance to build successful careers right across the UK and bring diversity of thought and experience right to the very top of government.

  • James Heappey – 2022 Comments on Death of Sapper Connor Liam Morrison

    James Heappey – 2022 Comments on Death of Sapper Connor Liam Morrison

    The comments made by James Heappey, the Minister for the Armed Forces, on 26 September 2022.

    It is with deep sadness that I heard of the death of Sapper Connor Liam Morrison of 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment. It’s clear from his colleagues that he had a passion for the British Army, made an instant positive impact on all those he served with, and always put the needs of his fellow soldiers above his own; a role model to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones at this terrible time.

  • Jeremy Quin – 2022 Comments on County Lines Programme

    Jeremy Quin – 2022 Comments on County Lines Programme

    The comments made by Jeremy Quin, the Home Office Minister, on 24 September 2022.

    I want victims of exploitation to know that we are on their side – and that there is a way out, a brighter future available.

    Since 2019, the government’s county lines programme has shut down 2,400 lines, made over 8,000 arrests and engaged more than 9,500 individuals through safeguarding interventions.

    These services will be relentless in their focus to carve out safe routes home for young people in danger and tear them away from the grip of these merciless county lines gangs, opening up their futures once more.