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We are striking at the heart of Putin’s war machine.
Today we have announced our largest sanctions package on Russia since May 2023, targeting the supply of vital military equipment for Putin’s illegal war in Ukraine and disrupting the Kremlin's malign activity abroad.
Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer welcomed @KingAbdullahII of Jordan to Downing Street last night.
In their discussions, the leaders reiterated the importance of regional stability in the Middle East and the need for ceasefires in Lebanon and Gaza.
We're strengthening patient rights under the Mental Health Bill so people can get better mental health care.
Here’s what we're improving for patients, staff and the public ⬇️
Congratulations President-elect @realDonaldTrump on your historic election victory.
I look forward to working with you in the years ahead.
Our Tobacco and Vapes Bill will protect the public, NHS and economy from the harms of smoking.
We plan to:
🚭 ban smoking outside schools, children’s playgrounds and hospitals
🧒 create a smoke-free generation
✖️ stop vapes being targeted at kids
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/smoking-ban-introduced-to-protect-children-and-most-vulnerable
Smoking is the number one preventable cause of death, disability and ill health in the UK.
That’s why we’re preventing young people from ever starting.
People-smuggling gangs profit from putting lives at risk.
It must stop.
We have announced new funding to dismantle the gangs. From state-of-the-art tech to boosting enforcement and intelligence capabilities, those who undermine our border security will face justice.
Missed Wednesday’s Budget? Here’s what you need to know👇
We have a mission: to get the NHS back on its feet and fit for the future.
Yesterday the Chancellor announced a record-breaking £22.6 billion increase in day-to-day spending for the NHS to free up staff time so they can focus on treating and caring for patients.
Shubh Diwali to everyone across the UK and around the world celebrating 🪔
We know how challenging it has been for families and businesses in recent years due to the cost of living.
Here’s how today’s Budget will put more money in working people’s pockets 👇
We are providing a £22.6bn increase in the NHS budget over 2 years.
That is the largest real-terms growth in NHS spending outside of Covid years since 2010.
Find out more about our work to fix the NHS by clicking the below ⬇️
We’re backing working people.
From April 2025, the National Living Wage will rise to £12.21, a £1,400 boost a year for full-time eligible workers.
A Budget that fixes the foundations to deliver change by fixing the NHS and rebuilding Britain, while ensuring working people don’t face higher taxes in their payslips.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/autumn-budget-2024/autumn-budget-2024-html
NEWS: Funding to kickstart delivery of two million extra NHS appointments.
The Chancellor has confirmed new funding to help deliver an extra 40,000 elective appointments per week.
Reducing waiting lists and building an NHS fit for the future.
Every child should have access to a high-quality education.
From 1 Jan 2025, VAT will apply to all education, training and boarding services provided by private schools.
This money will help us to invest more in state education, improving standards and opportunities for all.
We want to discourage non-smokers & young people from taking up vaping.
From 1 Oct 2026, we’re introducing a vaping duty for the first time at £2.20 per 10ml of liquid.
Plus a one-off tobacco duty rise to keep the incentive to choose refillable vaping over smoking.
Working people are the lifeblood of our economy.
That is why the government will not increase the basic, higher or additional rates of Income Tax, National Insurance, or VAT.
This is a budget to protect working people.
We want to give retired workers the long-term financial security they need.
That’s why in 2025-26 we’re increasing the State Pension by up to £470 in line with the Triple Lock.
WATCH LIVE: Chancellor @RachelReevesMP delivers the Autumn Budget 2024 to the @HouseofCommons. https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1OwxWNAQNgnJQ
Chancellor @RachelReevesMP has left Number 11 to deliver her first Budget.
A Budget to fix the foundations of our economy and deliver change.
Watch live across our channels on 30 October.
NEWS: Funding to kickstart delivery of two million extra NHS appointments.
Ahead of the Budget tomorrow, the Chancellor has confirmed new funding to help deliver an extra 40,000 elective appointments per week.
Reducing waiting lists and building an NHS fit for the future.
This government's Budget will fix the foundations, rebuild Britain and deliver change.
Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer welcomed Prime Minister of Lebanon @Najib_Mikati to Downing Street this evening.
Both leaders agreed on the urgent need of an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon and highlighted the importance of protecting civilian life.
We’re announcing £240m for local services to help people back into work.
✔️Work, skills and health support for disabled people and long-term sick
✔️Help to reach those not normally in touch with the system
✔️Help for local services to meet employment and inactivity challenges
LIVE: Keir Starmer’s speech on fixing the foundations and delivering change https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1MYxNMAOzPRJw
The IMF have been unequivocal: governments must invest to grow, and public investment should be protected.
Ahead of next week’s Budget, Chancellor @RachelReevesMP speaks from Washington D.C. on the government’s plans to fix the foundations of our economy and deliver change.
A dynamic partnership 🇬🇧🇦🇺
Together, we will deliver better futures for our two countries - whether it’s through protecting our national security with projects like AUKUS or delivering on our net zero commitments with a new clean energy partnership.
Together we can be a driving force of economic growth.
✅ A further £1 billion of investment into the UK’s economy.
Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer continues to secure investment to grow the UK economy and improve the lives of hardworking people.
The Commonwealth has a once in a generation chance to be a driving force for opportunity and growth.
@Keir_Starmer meets with Samoan Prime Minister Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa, becoming the first sitting UK Prime Minister to visit a Pacific Island country.
“We need a guardian of the game, someone to look after it. Clubs are like community assets, protected assets
“We should make sure that fans are always protected”
@GNev2 shares his support for the Football Governance Bill and its role in protecting fans and the clubs they love
We are continuing to back a new Independent Football Regulator.
We will put fans first and secure the future of our clubs ⚽
📲 (1) NEW MESSAGE: FROM @WesStreeting.
The 2024 #PoppyAppeal has officially launched.
Earlier this week the Prime Minister bought his poppy on the steps of Downing Street.
Find out how you can support the @PoppyLegion Appeal below.
BREAKING: Government launches Independent Water Commission – the biggest review of the sector since privatisation to clean up our waterways for good.
Read more: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/governments-launch-largest-review-of-sector-since-privatisation
Outside Downing Street today, the Prime Minister bought his poppy from National Service veteran Michael Homer.
Michael has dedicated his life to the British Armed Forces and has been a #PoppyAppeal organiser for over 16 years.
✈️ NEWS: Major investment deal with Manchester Airport Group to expand Stansted Airport terminal.
▪️ New routes to business and holiday destinations
▪️ 5,000 new jobs
▪️ Boost local supply chains
#UKInvestment
The UK is a great home for international investment, with some of the globe's top universities, a billion dollar tech sector & more unicorn companies than Sweden & Germany combined. Watch the Chancellor's speech from the summit today to find out more.
🤝 We've agreed a collaboration with @EliLillyandCo to accelerate delivery of next-generation medicines.
It includes plans for an innovation hub to help businesses develop life-changing treatments for patients.
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/landmark-collaboration-with-largest-pharmaceutical-company
#UKInvestment
We are determined to lead the way on growth.
Determined to get Britain building.
Determined to get our economy moving.
It’s time to back Britain.
Sport and the creative industries are a power house of growth and opportunity in the UK, as well as bringing joy to so many. Fascinating discussion at #ukinvestment summit on what more we can do to put “rocket boosters” under these brilliant sectors in every part of our country.
Glad to be representing startups and talking about opportunities for Embodied AI at the Prime Minister's international investment summit today - among a sea of investors and CEOs!
LIVE: Keir Starmer’s speech at the International Investment Summit https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1BRJjwVNVlvxw
🔊 Sound on.
Prime Minister @Keir_Starmer unveiling investment deals worth billions in AI, life sciences and infrastructure at the International Investment Summit today.
Working in partnership with businesses, this government will boost growth, create jobs and make the UK the…
Today we held the first Council of the Nations and Regions.
Working together, we will unlock the whole of the UK’s untapped potential to make everyone, everywhere better off.
Whether you’re in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland or England – we are creating the conditions for businesses to thrive.
Sending our very best wishes to British Jews and Jewish communities around the world observing #YomKippur
G’mar Chatima Tovah.
Our support for Ukraine, and for NATO, remains unshakeable 🇬🇧🇺🇦