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Sir Keir Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer

Prime Minister and First Lord of the Treasury

LabourMP for Holborn and St Pancras

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Written statement

UK Covid-19 Inquiry Module 5 Report

“The Chair of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry has today published the Inquiry’s Module 5 report, which examined the procurement and distribution of key healthcare equipment and supplies, including personal protective equipment (PPE), ventilators, an…”

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Questions

Prime Minister's Question Time

“Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Our thoughts I'm sure the thoughts of the whole House are with the people of Venezuela. The scenes of destruction are simply harrowing. Mr. speaker, we have committed humanitarian funding, deployed expert search and …”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“I start by saying that my thoughts are with all those injured in the rail collision last Friday. I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of the driver of the Corby to St Pancras train. His family have requested privacy, and we should al…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“Last week, I noted the helicopter crash in Devon, and I want to put on record our sincere condolences to the families of Lieutenant Commander Chris Gayson, Lieutenant Lily-Mae Fisher and Petty Officer Owen Green. Our thoughts are with their…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“May I also pay tribute to Lord Haselhurst? I know he will be deeply missed, particularly on the Benches opposite. The findings of the recent Springhill inquest into the tragic deaths, in July 1972, of Father Noel Fitzpatrick, Patrick Butler…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“May I extend my deepest condolences, and I am sure the condolences of the House, to the family and colleagues of Lance Bombardier Ciara Sullivan, who lost her life in a tragic incident on Friday? She was an exceptional soldier and will be d…”

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Debate

Debate on the Address

“Mr Speaker, may I say what a pleasure it is to welcome the Gracious Speech of His Majesty, and the radical agenda of this Labour Government that will tear down the status quo that has failed working people and build a stronger, fairer Brita…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“The state visit by His Majesty the King is a powerful reminder of the deep and special relationship we have with the United States. In this Session of Parliament, this Labour Government have delivered the biggest upgrade in workers’ rights …”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“Queen Elizabeth II devoted her life to public service. As we mark the 100th anniversary of her birth, I am delighted that her extraordinary reign will be marked by a permanent memorial. In recent days we have seen a series of despicable ant…”

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Statement

Ministerial statement: Security Vetting

“With permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to provide the House with information that I now have about the appointment of Peter Mandelson as our ambassador to the United States. Before I go into the details, I want to be very clear with this…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“The Southport inquiry report is truly harrowing, and I cannot imagine the pain that it will cause the families of all those affected. We will make the changes needed to honour the victims, the injured and the families, and our thoughts rema…”

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Statement

Ministerial statement: Middle East

“With permission, Mr Speaker, I would like to update the House on my visit to the Gulf, the evolving situation in the middle east and the implications for Britain’s security. Before I do that, I want to put on the record in this House my tot…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“An attack on Britain’s Jewish community is an attack on all of us. I am pleased to say that London ambulances have now replaced the Hatzola ambulances and that the NHS will pay for the permanent replacements. We are accelerating our social …”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“Our deepest condolences are with the families and friends of the two young people who have died following the outbreak of meningitis B in Kent. Others are seriously ill, and this will be a deeply difficult time for their loved ones. Health …”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“Our armed forces are working day and night to protect British lives and British interests in the middle east. RAF pilots have flown over 230 hours of defensive operations over multiple countries, shooting down multiple drones and protecting…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“The situation in the middle east remains serious and volatile. This Government will be resolute in our focus, protecting British lives, bringing our people home and safeguarding our national interest. Today my thoughts are with the family a…”

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Statement

Ministerial statement: Middle East

“With permission, I will update the House on the situation in Iran and the wider region, and our response. The United Kingdom was not involved in the initial strikes on Iran by the US and Israel. That decision was deliberate. We believe that…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“Four years into Putin’s barbaric assault, the courage of Ukrainians burns bright. We are extending sanctuary to Ukrainians in their time of need and providing the weapons and aid to support them in their fight for a just peace. We are degra…”

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Prime Minister's Question Time

“Mr Speaker, may I start by saying that my thoughts, and I am sure the thoughts of the whole House, are with the two children stabbed at Kingsbury high school in Brent? My heart goes out to everyone affected by this appalling attack. We than…”

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