Prime Minister to announce major reform package to boost apprenticeships and cut red tape for thousands of small busines
Major package of reforms to support small businesses in PM's first economic speech since the Spring Budget [Monday 18th March].
Major package of reforms to support small businesses in PM's first economic speech since the Spring Budget [Monday 18th March].
<p>THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. (Applause.) Well, happy St. Patrick’s Day. Please — (applause). Well, thank you, thank you, thank you. Thank you for making me look so good in front of my daughter. (Laughter.) Please sit. Well, good morning everyone. AUDIENCE: Good morning. THE PRESIDENT: Taoiseach, I’m so glad to get to spend the day together again. Your Eminence, thank…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/03/17/remarks-by-president-biden-at-a-st-patricks-day-brunch-with-catholic-leaders/">Remarks by President Biden at a St. Patrick’s Day Brunch with Catholic Leaders</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
Q: Yesterday, Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that France could play a role in the peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine. Is France prepared to view this statement as a proposal to negotiate its role as mediator? A: I refer you to President Macron's statements.
France notes the expected result of the presidential election by which Vladimir Putin continues as President of the Russian Federation for a fifth term. The electoral process in Russia went ahead against the backdrop of a heightened crackdown on civil society and all forms of opposition to the regime, ever greater restrictions on freedom of expression, and a ban on the operation of independent media outlets. The political opposition figure Alexei Navalny died a few weeks before this (…)
<p>Vice President Harris will welcome President Bernardo Arévalo of Guatemala to the White House on March 25. The visit underscores the United States’ commitment to supporting good governance and democracy in Guatemala, following President Arévalo’s inauguration in January 2024. The Vice President’s meeting with President Arévalo will strengthen the U.S.-Guatemala bilateral relationship and advance joint ongoing efforts…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/18/statement-from-communications-director-kirsten-allen-on-the-visit-of-president-arevalo-of-guatemala-to-the-white-house/">Statement from Communications Director Kirsten Allen on the Visit of President Arévalo of Guatemala to the White House</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>President Biden will host President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines and Prime Minister Kishida Fumio of Japan on April 11 at the White House for the first trilateral U.S.-Japan-Philippines leaders’ summit. At the summit, the leaders will advance a trilateral partnership built on deep historical ties of friendship, robust and growing economic relations, a proud…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/18/statement-from-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-on-the-upcoming-trilateral-leaders-summit-of-the-philippines-japan-and-the-united-states/">Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on the Upcoming Trilateral Leaders’ Summit of the Philippines, Japan, and the United States</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>Grand Hyatt WashingtonWashington, D.C. (March 16, 2024) 10:32 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you, thank you, thank you. (Applause.) Thank you, thank you. I think I should sit down. (Laughter.) Good evening. AUDIENCE: Good evening. THE PRESIDENT: It’s great to be here at the Gridiron dinner, though it’s six hours past my bedtime. (Laughter.) What…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/03/17/remarks-by-president-biden-at-the-gridiron-club-and-foundation-dinner-march-16-2024/">Remarks by President Biden at the Gridiron Club and Foundation Dinner (March 16, 2024)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists for the Wrangell Cooperative Association and ordered federal aid to supplement the Tribal Nation’s efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm, landslides, and mudslides on November 20, 2023. The President’s action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals for the Wrangell…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/03/15/president-joseph-r-biden-jr-approves-disaster-declaration-for-the-wrangell-cooperative-association/">President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Disaster Declaration for the Wrangell Cooperative Association</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>Every year, Americans report more than 2 million cases of poisoning. During National Poison Prevention Week, we thank all those who staff our Nation’s poison control centers for working around the clock to offer people in need life-saving guidance and care. We urge all Americans to learn how to prevent and respond to poison emergencies.…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/03/15/a-proclamation-on-national-poison-prevention-week-2024/">A Proclamation on National Poison Prevention Week, 2024</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>Reforms would save students and borrowers billions in unnecessary fees and improve the college and loan repayment experience. Today, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing new steps to crack down on hidden junk fees as part of President Biden’s agenda to lower costs for students and families paying for college. Junk fees are hidden costs or…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/15/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-takes-new-action-to-crack-down-on-junk-fees-in-higher-education/">FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes New Action to Crack Down on Junk Fees in Higher Education</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
Government empowers local leaders to turn the North East into film and TV production powerhouse.
France welcomes the appointment of Dr. Mohammad Mustafa as Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority and offers him our best wishes for success. We urge the formation of a new Palestinian cabinet as soon as possible. We intend to work closely with it on instituting the reforms that will make it possible to meet the many urgent challenges that exist throughout the Occupied Palestinian Territories and particularly Gaza. As the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs said during his visit (…)
<p>3:02 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hi, hi, hi. Q Good afternoon. Q Happy Friday. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Good afternoon. Happy Friday. We’ve made it today — or this week, I should say. Okay. I have a couple things at the top, so please, please bear with me here. So, this morning, the President was excited to…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/press-briefings/2024/03/15/press-briefing-by-press-secretary-karine-jean-pierre-and-white-house-nation-security-communications-advisor-john-kirby/">Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and White House Nation Security Communications Advisor John Kirby</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. welcomed Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland to the White House today to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and continue their close coordination on shared priorities. A longstanding tradition, the leaders’ annual meeting was an opportunity to discuss a range of issues. They reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine as it defends against Russia’s continued aggression. President…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/15/readout-of-president-joe-bidens-meeting-with-taoiseach-leo-varadkar-of-ireland-2/">Readout of President Joe Biden’s Meeting with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>This week, National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard convened White House officials and the Federal Co-Chairs of six Regional Commissions: the Appalachian Regional Commission, Denali Commission, Delta Regional Authority, Northern Border Regional Commission, Southeast Crescent Regional Commission, and Southwest Border Regional Commission. Participants discussed the importance of Regional Commissions to President Biden’s commitment to investing in…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/15/readout-of-white-house-convening-with-regional-commissions-on-supporting-an-economic-comeback-in-communities-across-the-country/">Readout of White House Convening with Regional Commissions on Supporting an Economic Comeback in Communities Across the Country</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>This week, Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden and U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten hosted a Summer Learning Convening at the White House as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Improving Student Achievement Agenda focused on improving academic performance for every child in schools through the adoption of three evidence-based strategies: (1) increasing student attendance;…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/15/readout-of-white-house-summer-learning-convening/">Readout of White House Summer Learning Convening</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>Oval Office 10:52 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, Taoiseach, welcome back to the Oval Office. It’s good to have you back. And — and I want to thank you again for the reception I had last — when I was last in Ireland. As a matter of fact, my family wasn’t sure we wanted to…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/03/15/remarks-by-president-biden-and-taoiseach-leo-varadkar-of-ireland-before-bilateral-meeting-2/">Remarks by President Biden and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland Before Bilateral Meeting</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>U.S. CapitolWashington, D.C. 1:35 P.M. EDT SPEAKER JOHNSON: Well, thank — thank you all. I know it’s been a great time of fellowship and enjoyment. It’s been very loud in here. That’s a good sign. That’s a good sign. Not great acoustics, but great fellowship. This lunch is a special event, as we noted earlier because it’s…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/03/15/remarks-by-president-biden-house-speaker-mike-johnson-and-taoiseach-leo-varadkar-of-the-republic-of-ireland-at-the-annual-friends-of-ireland-luncheon/">Remarks by President Biden, House Speaker Mike Johnson, and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of the Republic of Ireland at the Annual Friends of Ireland Luncheon</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>Vice President’s ResidenceUnited States Naval ObservatoryWashington, D.C. THE VICE PRESIDENT: Okay. Good morning, everyone. Good morning, and Happy St. Patrick’s Day. Happy St. Patrick’s Day. So, Doug and I are very honored to once again host the Taoiseach and Mr. Barrett back at the Vice President’s Residence. I — I don’t think that we told…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/03/15/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-and-taoiseach-leo-varadkar-of-ireland-during-a-st-patricks-day-celebration-breakfast/">Remarks by Vice President Harris and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of Ireland During a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Breakfast</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>Roosevelt Room 2:01 P.M. EDT THE VICE PRESIDENT: I thank you, Fat Joe, for — for being here and — and taking the time but really for your voice on so many critical issues. In addition to you the gift of your artistry, I thank you for being here. Governor Beshear, thank you. I said…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/speeches-remarks/2024/03/15/remarks-by-vice-president-harris-in-a-roundtable-conversation-about-marijuana-reform/">Remarks by Vice President Harris in a Roundtable Conversation about Marijuana Reform</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>We welcome the appointment today of Dr. Mohammed Mustafa as Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority, and we urge the formation of a reform cabinet as soon as possible. The United States will be looking for this new government to deliver on policies and implementation of credible and far-reaching reforms. A reformed Palestinian Authority is essential…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/14/statement-by-nsc-spokesperson-adrienne-watson-on-the-appointment-today-of-dr-mohammed-mustafa-as-prime-minister-of-the-palestinian-authority/">Statement by NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on the appointment today of Dr. Mohammed Mustafa as Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>Five years ago today, a gunman fired upon worshippers at the Al Noor Mosque and the Linwood Islamic Center in Christchurch, New Zealand—murdering 51 people, wounding 40 others, and forever shattering families in one of the deadliest mass shootings in history. Today, on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, we remember these innocent souls who…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/03/15/statement-from-president-joe-biden-on-the-international-day-to-combat-islamophobia/">Statement from President Joe Biden on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
The following statement was released by the Governments of France, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States of America on the occasion of the 13-year anniversary of the Syrian uprising: On this day 13 years ago, the Syrian people took to the streets in peaceful protest to demand their freedom and respect for human rights. The Assad regime met these protests with a ruthless campaign of oppression and atrocities that continues to this day. Since March 2011, the Syria conflict has (…)
<p>Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Madam President:) While some positive efforts have been made to resolve the instability in Haiti, there remain heightened security concerns for the United States Embassy and its supporting facilities in Port-au-Prince. To protect United States diplomatic personnel and diplomatic facilities, on March 12, 2024, at my direction, a security force of military…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/03/14/letter-to-the-speaker-of-the-house-and-president-pro-tempore-of-the-senate-consistent-with-the-war-powers-resolution-public-law-93-148-16/">Letter to the Speaker of the House and President pro tempore of the Senate consistent with the War Powers Resolution (Public Law 93-148)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>
<p>NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: Jennifer L. Homendy, of Virginia, to be Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board for a term of three years. (Reappointment) Jennifer L. Homendy, of Virginia, to be a Member of the National Transportation Safety Board for a term expiring December 31, 2029. (Reappointment) Kelly Adams-Smith, of…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/03/14/nominations-sent-to-the-senate-140/">Nominations Sent to the Senate</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov">The White House</a>.</p>