I have written for the Sunday about what happened during my time in Downing Street and the lessons I have learned… 👇🏻
‘I assumed upon entering Downing Street my mandate would be respected. How wrong I was’
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Liz Truss
@trussliz
Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. MP for South West Norfolk.
elizabethtruss.comJoined August 2009
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I’m impatient to see the removal of burdensome bureaucracy for small businesses. Ahead of the budget, the Government must ensure all the right incentives are in place to promote growth & success.
Read my piece in today’s 👇
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I have signed Parliament’s Book of Commitment in advance of #HolocaustMemorialDay on Friday.
As we honour the memory of victims of the Holocaust, we renew our commitment to ensure that such evil may never be perpetrated ever again. #LightTheDarkness #HMD2023
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As we gather with family and friends to celebrate, here’s wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, especially my constituents in South West Norfolk, with particular thanks to our armed forces, emergency services and others working throughout the festive season to keep us safe.
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Visited and Speedbird Supplies and Promotions in Thetford.
Both great exporting businesses shipping unique products around the globe. 🌎
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The main building urgently needs replacing.
Today , Cllr Stuart Dark and I are submitting a letter to the Secretary of State backed by community leaders calling for a new build hospital.
This is vital for my constituents.
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Sad news that my friend is standing down at the next election.
Chloe has always stood up for Norfolk. She backed our campaigns for the Lightning II for RAF Marham and the dualling of the A11.
She will be greatly missed by her constituents and colleagues.
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I’ve put some personal news on my website this morning: chloesmith.org.uk/local/news/rt-
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Great to meet the team helping Ukrainians settle in West Norfolk at .
Ukraine must prevail. 🇺🇦#standwithukraine
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Visited which serves South West Norfolk.
I’m campaigning with fellow MPs for a new hospital as the current facilities are deteriorating and are held up by thousands of support props.
This is needed urgently for local patients.
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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old.
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
#LestWeForget
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Congratulations on being appointed as Leader of the Conservative Party and our next Prime Minister.
You have my full support.
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There will be a leadership election to be completed in the next week.
This will ensure we remain on a path to deliver our fiscal plans and maintain our country’s economic stability and national security.
I will remain as Prime Minister until a successor has been chosen.
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We are protecting the triple lock on pensions to ensure pensioners get the most generous support, as well as providing extra support with their energy bills.
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We will protect the Triple Lock - helping pensioners with the cost of living and providing the security and dignity pensioners deserve.
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The British people rightly want stability, which is why we are addressing the serious challenges we face in worsening economic conditions.
We have taken action to chart a new course for growth that supports and delivers for people across the United Kingdom.
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Watch the Chancellor @Jeremy_Hunt’s statement outlining the measures being brought forward from the Medium-Term Fiscal Plan that will support fiscal sustainability.
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I will always act in the national interest, supporting families and businesses across our country.
We are going to do things differently, charting a new course for growth - it remains the core mission of this government👇
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On the anniversary of Sir David Amess' death, we cherish his memory and remember his enormous contribution to politics, to the people of Southend and to the country.
My thoughts today are with his wife Julia, the Amess family and to all those who knew and loved him.
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Today the Prime Minister appointed her new Chancellor .
Together they are committed to delivering the strong and sustained growth Britain needs to transform the prosperity of our country for years to come.
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As Prime Minister, I will always act in the national interest.
Growing the economy remains our mission, ensuring people can get good jobs, new businesses can flourish and families can afford an even better life.
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Today 143 countries stand united in condemnation of Putin’s illegal attempts to annex four regions of Ukraine.
United against Russia’s hostile actions, the General Assembly vote is a clear sign that Putin is isolated on the international stage.
We stand with Ukraine 🇬🇧🇺🇦
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We’re taking action to protect people from the rising energy costs caused by Putin’s barbaric campaign.
This government is acting decisively to make sure people and businesses across the country get secure, affordable and fairly priced energy.
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With prices spiralling as a result of Putin’s abhorrent invasion of Ukraine, this Government is putting support for energy bills into law, helping consumers and businesses across the UK.
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We're making sure millions of people up and down the country keep more of what they earn.
With unemployment at its lowest point in nearly 50 years, this government is focused on delivering growth and long-term prosperity for all people across the United Kingdom.
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The Bill to cancel the Health & Social Care Levy has just concluded its passage through the @HouseofCommons.
We’re cutting tax for businesses and people across the country from 6 November.
All part of our Growth Plan.
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The overwhelming international support for Ukraine’s struggle stands in stark opposition to the isolation of Russia on the world stage.
Nobody wants peace more than Ukraine. The will not waver in our resolve to help them win it.
Full statement: gov.uk/government/new
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⚽️ The are an inspiration, encouraging the next generation of girls to get out on the pitch and use their talents for the future success of our country.
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Delighted to meet the today.
The nation thanks you for bringing football home and inspiring a generation of girls to take part in our national game.
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The appalling attacks on civilian areas in Kyiv and elsewhere are a clear sign of Putin's desperation.
Ukrainians are succeeding, and Britain will stand right behind them as we continue to provide vital military aid in Ukraine's fight for freedom 🇬🇧🇺🇦
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I've had a phone call with Prime Minister @trussliz. We count on 
's leadership in consolidating international political and defense support for Ukraine, in particular regarding the protection of our skies. And also in the further isolation of Russia.
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This country has come a long way in how we talk about mental health, something we can all be proud of.
I'm committed to ensuring people get the support they need to thrive, expanding mental health support for children and people getting back into work.
#WorldMentalHealthDay
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For the first time in over 20 years, millions of people in the USA will be able to enjoy high quality British lamb.
This milestone marks a well-deserved boost to our rural economy and we will continue to secure more growth opportunities for Britain’s brilliant food producers.
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British #lamb will appear on US plates for the first time in over 20 years!
This opens a market of 300 million consumers to world-class British lamb.
Opening markets like this is vital to grow a #StrongEconomy in our rural communities.
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Huge congratulations to Liverpool for having been selected as the hosts of 2023. A welcoming city with a proud musical heritage, Liverpool will put on an unforgettable show which celebrates the rich culture and creativity of Ukraine.
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To secure our long-term energy supply and reduce reliance on authoritarian regimes, we're accelerating our domestic energy production, including launching a new North Sea Oil & Gas licensing round.
We're also speeding up deployment of renewables including hydrogen, solar & wind.
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We have taken decisive action to support households and businesses with their energy costs – and we’re working to make sure the United Kingdom is never in this position again by tackling the root cause of the energy crisis.
That means producing more energy here at home.
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Meeting European leaders in Prague today, the Prime Minister welcomed the strong show of unity against Russian aggression.
The UK will continue to work with our allies to secure our energy supply, tackle people smuggling gangs and stand up to despots.
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Ending European reliance on Russian energy and tackling the criminal gangs that traffic people across Europe are priorities that President and I share.
Good to agree closer cooperation on these areas with our French friends today.
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The UK and France have agreed to strengthen cooperation on energy security and tackling illegal migration, including:
Joint support for Sizewell C
Closer working on nuclear power
Stopping deadly journeys across the Channel
The UK and France have agreed to strengthen cooperation on energy security and tackling illegal migration, including:
Joint support for Sizewell C
Closer working on nuclear power
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