I’ve been confirming to my constituents all year that I am not a supporter of vaccine passports or compulsory vaccinations so I will oppose those two measures today. I’ve not heard anything that has made me change my mind.
Sickened by
@ITV
reports that Zimbabwe’s security forces have raped civilians during their violent crackdown. Sexual violence is an atrocity and who is commanding these forces? The UK urges
@edmnangagwa
to ensure these perpetrators are brought to justice.
#Zimbabwe
Today in
#Kigali
#Rwanda
🇷🇼 I visited Hope Hostel to see for myself the accommodation being provided to those the
@ukhomeoffice
is trying to remove from the UK 🇬🇧
#Zimbabwe
It is essential that Zimbabwe 🇿🇼 upholds the rule of law and human rights. We are watching closely in Harare how cases against opposition MPs and human rights defenders are progressing, including attending court hearings.
When Labour taxed the wealthiest at a rate of 80% during the 1970s, they simply left the country and hence paid only 11% of all income tax. Today the richest 1% pay 29% of all income tax. Your plans,
@jeremycorbyn
will HURT the many.
When the billionaire-bought Conservatives give tax breaks for the super-rich and cut services for the rest of us, why don’t the media call it what it is?
The 1% waging war on the 99%.
I spoke to
@nelsonchamisa
and
@MinisterSBMoyo
today, urging all parties in
#Zimbabwe
to call for calm while challenges to the election result are considered.
#UK
extremely concerned by violence & human rights violations. We call for Zimbabwe security forces to act with restraint.
I thought it in July and I still think it now. To win a majority in 2024 we need a unifying candidate who can win against
@UKLabour
- and that person is
@PennyMordaunt
#PM4PM
Wow! Did you know that the UK 🇬🇧 has cut CO2 emissions more than any other country since 2010? More to do but we are on a path to Clean Energy Security
Just spoken to Zimbabwean Ambassador regarding this week’s protests in Zimbabwe. Worrying levels of violence - urged restraint from security forces and the need to restore internet access.
Deeply concerned by reports of violence, fatalities, internet shutdown and security crack-down this week in
#Zimbabwe
. I summoned Ambassador to
@foreignoffice
to discuss concerns in person.
Deeply concerned by the timing of the suspension of Chief Justice
#Nigeria
. Call upon all actors to demonstrate commitment to constitution and take steps to ensure elections are free, fair and peaceful.
#Zimbabwe
Good discussion with MDC Vice President
@BitiTendai
today on the current situation in Zimbabwe. We continue to listen to the views of Zimbabweans on all sides of the debate
@UKinZimbabwe
#Zimbabwe
I will be giving evidence to
@CommonsIDC
this morning on
@DFID_UK
work there, accompanied by
@AnnabelGerry
- there’s a high level of UK parliamentary interest in recent human rights violations by state security forces in 🇿🇼
Lots of talented colleagues are standing to be Conservative leader. I’m endorsing the UK’s first and only female Defence Secretary, Navy Reservist, fab performer at the despatch box & author of Greater -
@PennyMordaunt
Prorogation of Parliament - Commons Library briefing - UK Parliament - Since no-one else has mentioned this - It means that the Withdrawal Agreement can return and be voted on again, thus offering MPs the opportunity to avoid No Deal
My thoughts are with those suffering from the cholera outbreak in
#Zimbabwe
, and those who have lost their lives.
#UKaid
is providing essential health and sanitation supplies and supporting our partners with their critical work on the ground.
#C4LeaderDebate
#PM4PM
I liked the way
@PennyMordaunt
spoke about improving access to public services like access to dentistry and GP appointments because I know delivery matters to my constituents - right values and vision.
Excellent meeting with
#Zimbabwe
opposition leaders
@nelsonchamisa
@BitiTendai
@DavidColtart
- I repeated the same message I gave to the Government: free and fair elections are essential for Zimbabwe’s recovery and re-engagement
Over 200 parliamentarians from around the world committed to taking urgent action on
#ClimateChange
in Glasgow, at
@UNFCCC
@COP26
.
Parliamentarians were gathered at a parliamentary meeting co-organized by
@IPUparliament
&
@BGIPU
. Pak strongly presented developing countries' case
We are choosing someone who can a) be Prime Minister Day One and b) win the next General Election. Great article by
@andrealeadsom
Andrea Leadsom: Why I am backing Penny Mordaunt
My father Tony Eggleston passed away peacefully last night.
He had enjoyed a long life, a loving family and his hobby was church architecture.
As a headmaster he broadened education and got an OBE for community cohesion in Cyprus.
26.1.1926 to 26.12.2021
FIRST UP: Early, exciting and important start to
#UNGA73
week. Delighted to sit on the Global Board of
@_GenUnlimited
, which launches today. Only through the education, employment and empowerment of young people will we achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
@UNICEF
Just voted in Committee Room 14 that I have confidence in
@theresa_may
as Prime Minister. I’m sure she continues to have the confidence of the majority of my parliamentary colleagues.
R.I.P to our much-loved miniature dachshund Poppy 2.10.2006 to 23.8.2021 - she had a long and happy life and fought four General Elections. She died peacefully yesterday evening in her favourite bed with me and Jim gently stroking her.
It remains a complete and utter mystery to me why Customs Union is
@UKLabour
policy. Read this well-informed article by former Trade Minister
@GregHands
to see why
@38degrees
The British people are utterly appalled by the use of violence against civilians in
#Sudan
. I summoned the Sudanese Ambassador today to relay this message to the Transitional Military Council in Khartoum and demanded that the barbaric attacks on peaceful protesters stop.
Akwaaba to Vice President
@MBawumia
and his team who are in London for the UK-Ghana Business Council. The UK is committed to working with Ghana for prosperity and we look forward to building on our great relationship 🇬🇧 🇬🇭
@UKinGhana
@UKEF
#UKGBC
@AdamAfriyie
#DRC
I have written to President Tshisekedi underlining the importance of transparent election results for DRC stability. Vital that
@fatshi13
delivers on inauguration commitments on poverty, humanitarian crisis, human rights and stability for
#RDC
@johnmurton
@ukindrc
Fantastic news for Ghana 🇬🇭 and the UK 🇬🇧 Today’s announcement of £130m
@UKEF
backed projects is another example of our strong bilateral partnership. These crucial projects will not only boost economic ties, but also save and improve lives
@UKinGhana
@MBawumia
Deeply concerned by today's violence in
#Harare
. Call on Zimbabwe's political leaders to take responsibility for ensuring calm & restraint at this critical moment. We're monitoring the situation closely. British nationals in Harare should check
@FCOtravel
#ZimbabweElections2018
Excited to be visiting
#Africa
this week with
@10DowningStreet
- young, dynamic, fast-growing economies where UK has strong partnerships.
Theresa May to lead ambitious three-nation trip to Africa
Do you love avocados 🥑 🥑 🥑 ???
In Mozambique 🇲🇿 I saw how
#UKaid
and
@AgDevCo
are helping smallholder farmers‘ incomes. Strengthening trade in developing countries means direct benefits for UK consumers
@DFID_UK
🥑
So it looks like TODAY will be the day when the cumulative number of people vaccinated in the UK 🇬🇧 will exceed the cumulative number of people in the UK 🇬🇧 who have had a positive test.
Having been on the receiving end of an
@afneil
grilling, I think he’s in a league of his own as an interviewer.
Full transcript: Boris Johnson grilled by Andrew Neil | Coffee House
I’m so proud of the team, who’ve now vaccinated 9.2 million people, including 931,204 vaccinations over the weekend.
That’s 1 in every 60 adults in the whole UK vaccinated in one single weekend 🇬🇧
THANK YOU to all who are doing so much to make this happen so smoothly.
This morning I had the privilege of welcoming many of this year’s cohort of African
@CheveningFCO
scholars to the
@foreignoffice
– the future change makers and leaders of their countries. And we are expanding the programme
#partnersforopportunity
Brilliant to yesterday see how
@MedDetectDogs
can detect this unprecedented
#coronavirus
- even among crowds of large people
Thank you to all those involved in this important work
What a ridiculous moment to choose to challenge
@10DowningStreet
- Theresa May has been working flat out to secure the best possible deal and will have my vote again this evening
#TM4PM
#AfricaDay
Honoured to represent UK 🇬🇧 at the inauguration of
@CyrilRamaphosa
as President of the Republic of South Africa 🇿🇦 Lots of people coming together to celebrate democracy
@ukinsouthafrica
We are aware of the tragic crash of Ethiopian Airlines flight ET 302. Our deepest condolences go out to all those affected by this horrific event, and we will continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates to British nationals here.
This draft deal is an important step forward on journey to leaving the EU on March 29th 2019. We take back control of our borders, laws and money, with a smooth and orderly process for people, businesses and farmers in West Worcestershire.
@theresa_may
has my full support.
🚨 NEWS:
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will undertake an official visit to South Africa, Angola and Malawi. In addition His Royal Highness will also undertake a working visit to Botswana.
The Sudanese people have been clear in their demands. Suspension of negotiations by the Transitional Military Council risks unravelling all progress. Civilian government must be established without delay. All parties should avoid provocation and end violence and bloodshed
#Sudan
It really has been a strong year for
@Eurofighter_1
#Typhoon
with four partner nations and nine air forces flying the world’s leading multi role combat aircraft. Thank you to all involved and let the progress continue in 2018
Delighted to meet new Foreign Minister Kabudi of Tanzania 🇹🇿 today to hear updates on media freedoms, business climate and democratic space.
#Tanzania
#DefendMediaFreedom
#Sudan
UK with US and Norway jointly call on the Transitional Military Council in
#Sudan
to allow peaceful protest and agree transition to civilian-led transitional government
Congratulations to the
@_AfricanUnion
on 44 countries signing the African Continental Free Trade Area today.
#FreeTrade
is key to building lasting prosperity
#AfCFTA2018
Momentous day for
#Sudan
. Today’s agreement is a step towards the change so bravely demanded by the Sudanese people. Everyone must be involved: men, women, young and old, from across Sudan. We will continue to support Sudan and its people throughout the months and years ahead.
#NigeriaDecides2019
The UK congratulates
@MBuhari
. It’s been a difficult process but Nigerian people can have confidence in result. Urge anyone who wishes to challenge process to do so peacefully and through appropriate legal channels
We’ve appointed Sir Amyas Morse to lead an independent review of the Loan Charge. He’ll:
✅Consider if the charge is the right way to tackle individuals’ use of the tax avoidance schemes
✅Report back by mid-November
Find out more:
Harriett Baldwin MP becomes Minister of State at Foreign and Commonwealth Office
@ForeignOffice
and Department for International Development
@DFID_UK
#Reshuffle
GOLD🥇! Congratulations to all those who inspired & worked so hard to create this little piece of Zimbabwe🇿🇼 at the Chelsea Flower Show🌺.
This garden celebrates girls’ education, entrepreneurship,
#climate
resilient crops & agriculture - all supported by
#UKaid
🇬🇧
#AidWorks
#DRC
#RDC
I’m in Eastern
#DRC
to see first hand how
#UKAID
has been helping support the
#Ebola
response. The UK remains one of the largest donors to the outbreak, but the UK and current donors cannot do it alone. Other international partners must step-up to support the response.
Concerned that some Kenyan media outlets remain closed down this week. Media freedom is important to Kenya’s democracy. Vital that all parties uphold Kenya’s constitution and rule of law
@UKinKenya
#Sudan
UK supports
@_AfricanUnion
call for Sudan to return to civilian rule soon. All Sudanese need to work together on a political transition to an inclusive, civillian-led future. Military Council must uphold right to peaceful protest as the people of Sudan 🇸🇩 call for change.
#DRC
#RDC
#Goma
#UKAid
is bringing clean fresh water 💧 from Lake Kivu to tap points across this City of over a million people - a crucial part of building resilience, improving health and protecting people from spread of
#Ebola
@DFID_UK
@RoryStewartUK
Deeply concerned by reports of a mass student kidnapping in Cameroon. All children have the right to learn in safe environments wherever they are in the world
#Vaccines
are working. Over 50s are now eligible to book - if you haven’t already heard from your GP you can book online or call 📞 119 to book. Be part of 🇬🇧 UK’s antibody boost: