First speech to the country from Downing Street for the new British Prime Minister Liz Truss, who said she was “honored” with the assignment she received “at this crucial moment for our country”. “Together with our allies we will defend freedom and democracy all over the world” because “we cannot have security at home without security abroad”, he then assured, before anticipating: “Already this week I will tackle the problem of bills”.
Announcing a “bold plan” to grow the economy through tax cuts, Truss then said it will ensure that “people won’t have gas and electricity bills they can’t afford,” underlining that he wants to act “until from the first moment on the energy crisis “.
A “violent” storm is hitting the country, but “we will overcome it” because “British citizens are stronger” and “together we can rebuild our economy and become the modern and brilliant Britain that we can be”, the words of the First minister, who then added: “I am determined to keep my promises”.