In his Christmas message to the nation, Sir Keir Starmer said the festive season was a ‘time to remind ourselves what’s really important’

Keir Starmer has published an emotional and moving first Christmas message as Prime Minister in which he talks about 'the hope and joy of this special season' - read in full below

Keir Starmer has said he is “looking towards a better, brighter future for every person” after a gloomy end to 2024. The prime minister also said he was “hoping for peace, particularly in the Middle East” in his Christmas message to the country.

In his first Christmas message as prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer reflected on the importance of family, friendship, and fellowship, urging the country to “look after those around us” and hold onto hope for a better,

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he 'will be hoping for peace, particularly in the Middle East' as he delivered his 2024 Christmas message. Source: PA, 10 Downing Street

Sir Keir Starmer has told the nation he wants a ‘better, brighter future for every person’ in his first Christmas message to the UK after becoming prime minister. The PM told the nation Christmas was a time to remember the importance of ‘being there for one another’,