Engagements

In a statement delivered in the House of Commons, the minister began by reflecting on the nation's remembrance of the late Queen and her enduring legacy of service and devotion to the country. The minister expressed pride in announcing the establishment of a new national monument located at St. James's Park to honour the Queen's memory, and expressed the hope that the entire House would join in sending best wishes to the Princess of Wales as she completes her treatment. The minister then turned to the government's legislative agenda, announcing the introduction of the Renters' Rights Bill. The minister stated that after years of inaction, this government would oversee the biggest levelling up of renters' rights in a generation, and urged the whole House to support the bill. Looking ahead, the minister revealed plans to visit Washington later this week to meet with President Biden for a strategic discussion on foreign policy. The minister also noted that earlier in the day, they had held meetings with ministerial colleagues and others, and would have further such meetings later in the day, in addition to their duties in the House. Overall, the statement touched on a range of topics, from the nation's remembrance of the late Queen, to the government's legislative agenda, and the minister's upcoming diplomatic engagements. The minister expressed a sense of pride and purpose in the government's initiatives, and sought to rally the support of the entire House of Commons.