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The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 13 June 2026.

The Prime Minister spoke to the President of the United States, Donald Trump, this afternoon.

The Prime Minister expressed his support for President Trump’s efforts to bring the conflict with Iran to an end, welcoming the progress made and underlining the importance of ensuring any deal delivers a durable and lasting peace.

The Prime Minister reiterated that the UK stands ready to support the implementation of any peace agreement and to work with international partners to ensure its success.

Both leaders agreed that freedom of navigation must be restored to ease the economic impacts felt globally.

They agreed to stay in close contact and looked forward to speaking at next week’s G7 summit.

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 13 June 2026.

The Prime Minister spoke to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte this morning.

Both agreed that in the face of shared and evolving threats, Allies must step up together – strengthening collective defence and delivering more, faster.

The Prime Minister updated on plans for the Defence Investment Plan, underlining his commitment to publish it ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara.

The NATO Secretary General welcomed the UK’s increased investment in defence as an important contribution to the Alliance and to meeting the threats we face.

The Prime Minister also reiterated his commitment to reaching 3% of GDP on defence in the next Parliament, making clear that national security will remain the Government’s top priority, backed by the hard‑edged decisions needed to deliver it.

They agreed to stay in close contact.

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 12 June 2026.

The Prime Minister spoke to Taoiseach Micheál Martin this afternoon.

The Prime Minister underlined his concern at the shocking attack in Belfast earlier this week, and said that his thoughts were with Stephen Ogilvie and his family. He condemned the unacceptable violence that erupted in Northern Ireland after the attack and was clear that there is no justification for these scenes. He praised the response of the Police Service of Northern Ireland.

The leaders agreed that they would continue to strengthen the integrity and security of the Common Travel Area (CTA), through enhanced data sharing and joint intelligence operations. They said that the CTA was of huge importance to their citizens but that they must work together to protect it from abuse.

On the UK’s relations with the EU, the Prime Minister looked ahead to Ireland’s upcoming EU Presidency and the second UK-EU Summit later this year. The leaders reflected on progress towards closer cooperation that delivers for businesses, for the economy and in our shared interests.

They looked forward to speaking again soon.

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 10 June 2026.

The King has approved the following new appointments to His Majesty’s Most Honourable Privy Council:

• Lucy Rigby KC MP – Chief Secretary to the Treasury
• Rhun ap Iorwerth MS – First Minister of Wales

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 10 June 2026.

The King has approved that The Reverend Elizabeth Mary Ann Burke be appointed to a Canonry of Saint George’s Chapel, Windsor.

Mrs Burke was educated at Chester College, gaining a BA in Theology and Psychology in 1995, and at the University of Surrey, obtaining a Master of Business Administration in 2006.  She trained for ministry at Westcott House, Cambridge, from 2011 to 2013, gaining a Master of Pastoral Theology.  Ordained priest in 2014, she served her title as Assistant Curate in the Holy Family Mission Community, Plymouth, in the diocese of Exeter, until 2017.  Since 2016 she has been an oblate of the Society of the Sacred Cross, Tymawr.

Her professional background spans the military, commercial, and charitable sectors.  Beginning her career in 1996 with the Royal Signals (Territorial Army) serving in the UK and Bosnia, she subsequently moved into operations and project office management with Syntegra (BT). Between 2000 and 2006, she held a series of commercial management roles across the telecommunications, pharmaceutical, and digital print industries.  Since 2006 she has focused on non-profit and public-sector organisations, notably as a Development Officer for the crime prevention charity Powys Challenge and as a Management Consultant for the Greater London Reserve Forces and Cadet Association.

From 2017 to 2022 she served as Rector of the Holsworthy Benefice in the Diocese of Exeter.  In 2022 she took up her current role as Chaplain to the Isles of Scilly, in the Diocese of Truro.

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 3 June 2026.

The Prime Minister met President Mahama of Ghana in Downing Street.

The Prime Minister welcomed the signing of the UK-Ghana Growth Partnership in London on Monday, which represents exciting new opportunities for mutual economic growth and forworkers and businesses in both countries. 

The leaders discussed the UK and Ghana’s strong migration partnership, and the Prime Minister said he was keen to build on that further. 

On global security and economic stability, the Prime Minister set out how the UK urgently wants to see a swift and lasting resolution to the conflict in the Middle East, and that it was vital to ensure a permanent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. 

The Prime Minister reiterated the UK’s stance that human rights apply equally to all people, including those who are LGBT+. 

They looked forward to meeting again soon.

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 3 June 2026.

The Prime Minister hosted the leader of the Belarusian opposition, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya, at Downing Street yesterday.

The Prime Minister began by underlining the UK’s support for a free and democratic Belarus. He condemned Lukashenko’s ongoing attacks on democracy, and the ongoing detention of political prisoners in the country.

The Prime Minister reiterated the UK’s steadfast support for the use of sanctions to apply ongoing pressure to the regime.

Ms Tikhanovskaya also updated on her recent visit to Kyiv, and the leaders discussed their unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty.

Finally, the Prime Minister paid tribute to Ms Tikhanovskaya for her bravery in campaigning for a free and democratic Belarus.

They looked forward to speaking again soon.

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 27 May 2026.

The Prime Minister hosted the Prime Minister of Poland, Donald Tusk, at RAF Northolt and a nearby military museum today.

The leaders began by reflecting on the historic relationship between the UK and Poland, including the strong links between the Polish community and RAF Northolt, where the 303 Polish Fighter Squadron had been based in the Second World War.

That military relationship was the foundation for the strong friendship the two countries shared today, the Prime Minister said.

Reflecting on the new Northolt Treaty they signed together, the leaders discussed how it marked a generational step up in defence and security cooperation between the two countries, which would strengthen NATO and European security, particularly on hybrid and modern threats.

Both Prime Ministers underlined the importance of Europe stepping up in NATO to ensure security across the continent. The increase in defence spending seen from Allies had to be coupled with strong alliances within Europe, they both agreed.

Turning to Ukraine, the leaders reiterated their steadfast support for the Ukranian people and condemned Russia’s continued aggression. It was vital a just and lasting peace was secured for Ukraine and peace restored in Europe, the leaders agreed.

The leaders also discussed the UK’s ambition to be closer to the European Union, both to protect security and boost prosperity, and the Prime Minister welcomed Prime Minister Tusk’s support on the issue.

Moving on to the Middle East, the leaders discussed the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and the need for the ceasefire to hold. A swift diplomatic resolution that leads to a lasting settlement was vital, the Prime Minister said.

Both looked forward to seeing one another again soon.

The press release issued by 10 Downing Street on 27 May 2026.

The Prime Minister spoke to the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon, this morning.

The Prime Minister began by thanking Prime Minister Luxon for New Zealand’s continued support for the Coalition of the Willing on Ukraine and plans for a future Multinational Military Mission in the Strait of Hormuz.

Ahead of New Zealand’s Budget tomorrow, the leaders discussed the financial impact that widespread global instability was having on households in both the UK and New Zealand, and the importance of finding a way forward and ultimately, a resolution, to keep the cost of living down.

On Ukraine, the Prime Minister thanked Prime Minister Luxon for New Zealand’s strong support for both the training of Ukrainian soldiers as part of Operation Interflex, as well as Ukraine’s efforts to secure a just and lasting peace.

The leaders also discussed the appalling situation in the West Bank and reiterated their call for the Government of Israel to end its expansion of settlements and administrative powers and ensure accountability for settler violence.

The leaders looked forward to speaking again soon.