Prime Minister’s Speeches: Recent Episodes
Prime Minister’s Speeches
Prime Minister Theresa May gave a statement in Parliament on the day she wrote to the European Council President to notify him of the UK’s intention to leave the EU. Full text: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/prime-ministers-commons-statement-on-triggering-article-50
Prime Minister Theresa May gave a statement in the House of Commons on the day after the 22 March 2017 terrorist attack in Westminster. Full text: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-commons-statement-on-westminster-attack-23-march-2017
"Today we have laid the foundations for continuing the strong and successful relationship between our 2 countries – and I look forward to working with you, Prime Minister, on shaping a new partnership between Britain and the EU that is in the interests of us all." Prime Minister Theresa May met with the Prime Minister of Italy Paolo Gentiloni at Downing Street on 9 February 2017. Read their statements: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-press-conference-with-italian-prime-minister-gentiloni-9-february-2017
Prime Minister Theresa May held a joint press conference with the Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim on 28 January 2017. Read their statements: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-press-conference-with-turkish-pm-yildirim-28-january-2017
Prime Minister Theresa May held a joint press conference with President Donald Trump in the White House on 27 January 2017. Read the transcript: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-press-conference-with-us-president-donald-trump-27-january-2017
"The leadership provided by our 2 countries through the special relationship has done more than win wars and overcome adversity. It made the modern world." Prime Minister Theresa May addressed the Republican Party conference on 26 January 2017: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/prime-ministers-speech-to-the-republican-party-conference-2017
"The UK and New Zealand have long been close friends and firm allies. And our strong ties are rooted in our shared values and a deep history." Prime Minister Theresa May and New Zealand Prime Minister Bill English gave a joint press conference on 13 January 2017. Full text: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-press-conference-with-new-zealand-prime-minister-bill-english-13-january-2017
"This government has a Plan for Britain. One that gets us the right deal abroad but also ensures we get a better deal for ordinary working people at home." On 17 January 2017 Prime Minister Theresa May gave a speech on the government's 12 negotiating priorities for exiting the EU: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-governments-negotiating-objectives-for-exiting-the-eu-pm-speech
"The shared society is one that doesn’t just value our individual rights but focuses rather more on the responsibilities we have to one another." On 9 January Prime Minister Theresa May spoke at the Charity Commission annual public meeting on her vision for the shared society and on measures to transform support for mental health. Read the speech: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/the-shared-society-prime-ministers-speech-at-the-charity-commission-annual-meeting
"The relationship between Poland and the United Kingdom is important for both the prosperity and the security of our countries. And as the UK leaves the EU, I am determined to strengthen this partnership." Prime Minister Theresa May met with the Polish Prime Minister Beata Szydło to discuss issues including Brexit, trade and bilateral relations. Read their statements: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-and-prime-minister-beata-szydlo-statements-28-november-2016
"I wanted to come to India on my first bilateral visit outside Europe because this relationship matters more than ever." Theresa May held a press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on 7 November 2016, as part of her trade mission and bilateral talks in India. Read Prime Minister Theresa May's speech: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/pm-statement-following-bilateral-talks-with-prime-minister-modi-7-november-2016
"I have just been to Buckingham Palace, where Her Majesty The Queen has asked me to form a new government, and I accepted." Theresa May gave a statement in Downing Street on 13 July 2016, the day she became Prime Minister. View the statement: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/statement-from-the-new-prime-minister-theresa-may
"We want Britain to be the most committed and most passionate advocate of free trade in the world." On 7 November 2016 the Prime Minister spoke at the opening of the India-UK Tech Summit about free trade and the relationship between India and the UK. Read the speech: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/india-uk-tech-summit-prime-ministers-speech
"I want to lay out my vision for a truly meritocratic Britain that puts the interests of ordinary, working class people first." On 9 September 2016 the Prime Minister explained her vision for a truly meritocratic Britain. Read the speech: https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/britain-the-great-meritocracy-prime-ministers-speech
The Prime Minister answering questions about the upcoming EU referendum from students at a PM Direct event at University Campus Suffolk in Ipswich #EUref.
PM: It's about backing stable families & good parenting; improving education; building a country where opportunity is more equal & eliminating the damaging stigma that surrounds addiction & mental health.
Speaking at Ninestiles School in Birmingham David Cameron set out the government's approach to tackling #extremism
Prime Minister David Cameron speaks in Edinburgh about new draft legislation delivering more powers to the Scottish Parliament.
Prime Minister David Cameron talks about the future of the United Kingdom following the Scottish Referendum result.
Prime Minister David Cameron and China's Premier Li Keqiang held a joint press conference at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office during the annual UK-China summit.
Find out more about the Queen's Speech 2014: www.gov.uk/queens-speech-2014 #QueensSpeech
Prime Minister David Cameron sends his best wishes to everyone celebrating St George's Day.
Prime Minister David Cameron and Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi held a joint press conference in 10 Downing Street.
The Prime Minister and Saga hosted a PM Direct event in Brighton on 24 March 2014 to discuss savings and pensions, following the Budget 2014.
Read about the Budget: www.gov.uk/budget2014
The Prime Minister held a reception at 10 Downing Street to celebrate the amazing achievements of people across the UK raising money for Sport Relief.
Prime Minister David Cameron and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas give a joint press conference during David Cameron’s 2 day visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories.
Prime Minister David Cameron and Israeli President Shimon Peres give a joint press conference during David Cameron’s 2 day visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories.
Prime Minister David Cameron and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu give a joint press conference during David Cameron’s 2 day visit to Israel and the Palestinian territories.
Prime Minister David Cameron gave a speech outlining the values that underpin the government’s long-term economic plan for Britain at the Manufacturing Technology Centre at Ansty Park in Coventry.
Prime Minister David Cameron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed EU reform, Ukraine and Northern Ireland.
In this #BusinessisGREAT message, the Prime Minister tells small businesses 'you are the lifeblood of the economy... government wants to get out of your way by deregulating and cutting taxes, but we also want to stand up for you, we want to help you with rates and procurement and help you export'.
For tips and inspiration, join the Business is GREAT Britain group on Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/company/business-is-great-britain
The Prime Minister reflects on the events of 2013 in a Christmas message for the people of the Falkland Islands.
Prime Minister David Cameron welcomed home buyers who have benefited from the government's Help to Buy scheme to Downing Street.
Help to Buy puts new generation of home owners on housing ladder https://www.gov.uk/government/news/help-to-buy-puts-new-generation-of-home-owners-on-housing-ladder