Hilary Benn

Now is the time for calm heads and seriousness of purpose. That is why the Prime Minister has my full support.

Today marks 30 years since the Docklands bombing, when two lives were taken and many more were changed forever. We remember Inam Bashir and John Jefferies, and all those affected by this heinous I...

RT @NIOgov: Statement from the Secretary of State @hilarybennmp on the two year anniversary since the restoration of the Northern Ireland…

Today's East-West Council highlighted the UK Government's continuing commitment to strengthen relations across the UK. Great discussions on promoting school twinning, the Connect Fund and the work ...

I welcome the establishment of the new Legacy Unit within An Garda Síochána, as agreed in the Joint Framework. This is good news, above all for those still seeking answers about the deaths of their...

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My thoughts today are with the victims and the families of the Kingsmill Massacre, and with the Reavey and O'Dowd families, in marking 50 years since these horrific killings which caused such deep ...

Many congratulations to Rory McIlroy on winning BBC Sports Personality of the Year. A truly deserved honour for a great golfer and ambassador for Northern Ireland! 🏌️‍♂️⛳️

Today’s response to Lord Murphy’s report shows that the Government is listening and taking action to support GB-NI trade, working alongside businesses and civic society. Agreed arrangements work be...

Much enjoyed my visit to Eakin Healthcare which is bringing NI advanced manufacturing expertise to the rest of the world and investing in R&D. The UK Government's 10 year Industrial Strategy ai...

The reduction in SPS checks on goods under the Internal Market System, confirmed today, is an important step forward which many businesses will welcome. We must now go further to smooth the flow of...

I would appeal to anyone who can assist the PSNI in their investigation into the sinister video threatening elected representatives to do so without delay. Our democracy depends on politicians bein...

Thank you @MattRodda @oliviabaileymp and @reading_labour councillors and members for your warm welcome! Great to join you and speak to residents about the difference the Budget will make by reducin...

My reflections on the Budget and what it means for my constituents in Leeds South. https://t.co/eVgCiFPOFT

The Chancellor's Budget was good news for Northern Ireland. It is now for the Executive to make the choices they deem necessary to improve public services and ensure they can balance their books. h...

I am appalled by the attack on two PSNI officers in Derry-Londonderry last night. Officers put themselves on the front line every day to keep our communities safe. I wish both officers well in thei...

The NI Executive has received an extra £1.7bn through the Barnett formula over the past 2 years. And today the Chancellor announced UKG funding to end the two-child benefit cap, increase pensions &...

Today's Budget from the Chancellor @RachelReevesMP is one that will deliver for people and businesses in Northern Ireland. It builds on the record funding settlement for the Executive in June by pr...

A terrible tragedy. My heart goes out to the families and friends of these five young people in their profound grief and sorrow.

Many congratulations to the 16 organisations across Northern Ireland who are receiving the prestigious King's Award for Voluntary Service. Well done to all involved for their outstanding and selfle...