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  • Sadiq Khan – 2021 Comments on Keeping Homes Warm

    Sadiq Khan – 2021 Comments on Keeping Homes Warm

    The comments made by Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, on 3 December 2021.

    It’s unacceptable that many Londoners can’t afford to keep their homes warm and instead suffer cold, damp conditions throughout winter. We know the economic impacts of the pandemic and rising fuel prices are likely to plunge even more London households into fuel poverty. That’s why from today, I’m reopening my Warmer Homes programme to support vulnerable Londoners this winter.

    I’m pleased that our £51 million commitment will directly help those living in ageing, energy-inefficient homes. This investment will help tackle the climate emergency and support Londoners with the skills they need for jobs in the green economy.

  • Sadiq Khan – 2021 Comments on Violence Reduction Unit Funding

    Sadiq Khan – 2021 Comments on Violence Reduction Unit Funding

    The comments made by Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, on 3 December 2021.

    I am committed to tackling violence in our city and for City Hall to do all we can to help make communities safer. I set up London’s Violence Reduction Unit, England’s first, to lead an approach to tackling violence that is rooted in prevention and early intervention.

    We know that after school is a high-risk period for violence and that’s why it’s crucial that we invest in programmes like Stronger Futures to provide mentoring to support our young people and help them access positive opportunities where they live.

  • George Eustice – 2021 Comments on UK Lamb Being Sold in the United States

    George Eustice – 2021 Comments on UK Lamb Being Sold in the United States

    The comments made by George Eustice, the Secretary of State for the Environment, on 4 December 2021.

    Today’s great news follows years of negotiations and builds on the success in securing the resumption of UK beef exports to the US. UK lamb is renowned for its high quality, food safety and welfare standards. Millions of US consumers will now be able to enjoy British lamb as early as next year.

    The US market for lamb is growing as consumer trends change and there are now new opportunities for farmers and meat processors in this market.

  • Anne-Marie Trevelyan – 2021 Comments on Revelation 90% of UK Small Businesses Aren’t Exporting

    Anne-Marie Trevelyan – 2021 Comments on Revelation 90% of UK Small Businesses Aren’t Exporting

    The comments made by Anne-Marie Trevelyan, the Secretary of State for International Trade, on 4 December 2021.

    From the high street to the web, small businesses are at the heart of our economy. It is great to see so many are reaping the benefits of exporting and we want to see them go even further.

    Just 1 in 10 small businesses currently export, so we’re boosting our support to give them direct, tailored advice to help them on their exporting journey. Many of these businesses are in prime position to take advantage of the trade deals we are negotiating, and can play a vital role in helping the UK reach our Race to a Trillion.

  • Ben Wallace – 2021 Comments on Storm Arwen

    Ben Wallace – 2021 Comments on Storm Arwen

    The comments made by Ben Wallace, the Secretary of State for Defence, on 4 December 2021.

    Our dedicated Armed Forces personnel are working side by side with civil authorities to provide essential support to communities impacted by Storm Arwen.

    The ability to deploy quickly to wherever in the UK assistance is requested makes us all safer and ensures we are able to look protect the most vulnerable in our society.

  • Boris Johnson – 2021 Comments on Storm Arwen

    Boris Johnson – 2021 Comments on Storm Arwen

    The comments made by Boris Johnson, the Prime Minister, on 4 December 2021.

    My thoughts are with all those who are still affected by the terrible damage from Storm Arwen. I want to thank the emergency responders and engineers who have been working tirelessly this week to try and restore power.

    I also want to thank our brilliant Armed Forces who have been deployed rapidly to support those communities which are worst affected.

  • Sajid Javid – 2021 Comments on Booster Jab

    Sajid Javid – 2021 Comments on Booster Jab

    The comments made by Sajid Javid, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, on 5 December 2021.

    Christmas is around the corner and it’s absolutely crucial that everybody who is eligible gets their booster jab to top-up their immunity before spending time with loved ones.

    While our brilliant scientists learn more about the new Omicron variant, we need to do everything we can to strengthen our defences and vaccines are the best way to do that.

    This is a national mission and we all have a role to play – so roll up your sleeves and get protected as soon as you can.

  • Sajid Javid – 2021 Comments on the Flu Jab

    Sajid Javid – 2021 Comments on the Flu Jab

    The comments made by Sajid Javid, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, on 5 December 2021.

    Getting your winter vaccines – whether that is your flu jab if eligible or your booster jab – is one of the most important things people can do for yourself an your family this winter.

    Record numbers of people took up the offer of a free flu vaccine last year and the programme is expanding even further this year, with a record 35 million people in England eligible.

    Don’t delay – book your flu vaccine as soon as possible.

  • Nadhim Zahawi – 2021 Comments Following the Murder of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes

    Nadhim Zahawi – 2021 Comments Following the Murder of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes

    The comments made by Nadhim Zahawi, the Secretary of State for Education, on 5 December 2021.

    Arthur’s murder has shocked and appalled the nation. I am deeply distressed by this awful case and the senseless pain inflicted on this poor boy, who has been robbed of the chance to live his life.

    I have taken immediate action and asked for a joint inspection to consider where improvements are needed by all the agencies tasked with protecting children in Solihull, so that we can be assured that we are doing everything in our power to protect other children and prevent such evil crimes.

    Given the enormity of this case, the range of agencies involved and the potential for its implications to be felt nationally, I have also asked Annie Hudson, chair of the Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel, to work with leaders in Solihull to deliver a single, national review of Arthur’s death to identify where we must learn from this terrible case.

    We are determined to protect children from harm and where concerns are raised we will not hesitate to take urgent and robust action. We will not rest until we have the answers we need.

  • Louise Haigh – 2021 Comments on PCR Testing Costs

    Louise Haigh – 2021 Comments on PCR Testing Costs

    The comments made by Louise Haigh, the Shadow Transport Secretary, on 5 December 2021.

    Many flying home for their first Christmas since the pandemic began will be hit with scandalous testing costs.

    Unscrupulous private providers are pocketing millions, and leaving many families forced to shell out huge sums.

    Ministers are sitting on their hands while people who want to do the right thing are paying the price for this broken market.

    The Government must act ahead of the Christmas travel period, implement the recommendation of the regulator, and urgently consider bringing in a price cap to tackle the extortionate prices.