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Prime Minister (Accountability to the House of Commons)

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Wednesday, February 12, 2020
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Latest news on the Prime Minister (Accountability to the House of Commons) Bill 2019-20

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  • Latest news on the Prime Minister (Accountability to the House of Commons) Bill 2019-20

    The next stage for this Bill, Second reading, is scheduled to take placeon Friday 26 June 2020.

  • This is a Private Members'Billand waspresented to Parliament on Monday 10 February 2020.
  • If the text of the Bill is not yet available, please contact its sponsor, Mr Peter Bone MP, for more information.
  • Summary of the Prime Minister (Accountability to the House of Commons) Bill 2019-20

    A Bill to impose duties on the Prime Minister relating to accountability to the House of Commons; to require the Prime Minister to be available to answer questions in that House on at least two occasions during a sitting week except in specified circumstances; and for connected purposes.

Prime Minister releases new mandate letters for ministers

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Friday, December 13, 2019
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OTTAWA, Dec. 13, 2019 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today released ministerial mandate letters to guide Cabinet in delivering real, positive results for Canadians.

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  • OTTAWA, Dec. 13, 2019 /CNW/ -The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today released ministerial mandate letters to guide Cabinet in delivering real, positive results for Canadians.
  • In 2015, the Prime Minister publicly released the ministerial mandate letters for the first time, to ensure Canadians can follow the Government's priorities and track its progress.
  • The Prime Minister first made mandate letters public in November 2015.
  • They outline the Prime Minister's expectations for each minister, and give Canadians a clear idea of how the government will deliver its agenda.

Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the results of the general election in the United Kingdom

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Friday, December 13, 2019
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OTTAWA, Dec. 13, 2019 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the results of the United Kingdom's general election:

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  • OTTAWA, Dec. 13, 2019 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the results of the United Kingdom's general election:
    "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Prime Minister Boris Johnson on his electoral victory.
  • "I look forward to continuing to work with Prime Minister Johnson on issues that matter to both of our countries, from addressing the climate crisis, to promoting democracy and global security around the world.
  • "Loyal friends, allies, and partners, we will continue to work together to defend our common values and build a prosperous future for all our citizens.
  • Whether through the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, United Nations, G7, G20, or the Commonwealth, we will always stand united in the pursuit of a safer, more just, and more peaceful world."

Healing and Building Dominica: The Nature Island Aims to Become the World's First Climate-resilient Nation

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Thursday, December 12, 2019
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The small Caribbean island inspires nature lovers and policy makers around the world by pledging to become "the world's first climate-resilient nation," as promised by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit.

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  • The small Caribbean island inspires nature lovers and policy makers around the world by pledging to become "the world's first climate-resilient nation," as promised by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit.
  • Category 5 Hurricane Maria wiped 226% of Dominica's GDP in one night, claimed 31 lives, many more remaining unfound as thousands saw their homes in ruins.
  • Faced with such traumatic events, tightly knit communities across the usually vibrant green island came together and helped build the country back up, with support from the international community.
  • In the context of winning last week's general election for another term, the Prime Minister said that his administration is "completely committed to the dual task of healing the nation and building the nation."

Prime Minister concludes productive NATO Leaders Meeting

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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
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LONDON, United Kingdom, Dec. 4, 2019 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today concluded his participation in the NATO Leaders Meeting in London, United Kingdom.

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  • LONDON, United Kingdom, Dec. 4, 2019 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today concluded his participation in the NATO Leaders Meeting in London, United Kingdom.
  • During the meeting, Prime Minister Trudeau reiterated Canada's unwavering commitment to NATO and its values, and highlighted the significant ways in which Canada strengthens the Alliance.
  • Prime Minister Trudeau also had bilateral meetings with President Trump of the United States, President Levits of Latvia, Prime Minister Rutte of the Netherlands, Prime Minister Solberg of Norway, and Prime Minister Snchez of Spain.
  • Prime Minister Trudeau participated in an armchair discussion with Prime Minister Mark Rutte of the Netherlands during the NATO Engages event, to discuss the future and importance of the Alliance.

Governor General to Visit Lithuania and Estonia

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Thursday, November 14, 2019
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OTTAWA, Nov. 14, 2019 /CNW/ - At the request of the Right Honourable JustinTrudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will visit Lithuania from November 24 to 26, 2019, and Estonia from November 26 to 28, 2019.

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  • OTTAWA, Nov. 14, 2019 /CNW/ - At the request of the Right Honourable JustinTrudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will visit Lithuania from November 24 to 26, 2019, and Estonia from November 26 to 28, 2019.
  • During the visit, to underline Canada's deep-rooted partnership with Lithuania and Estonia, the Governor General will meet with His Excellency Gitanas Nausda, President of Lithuania and His Excellency Saulius Skvernelis, Prime Minister of Lithuania; and with Her Excellency KerstiKaljulaid, President of Estonia and His Excellency Jri Ratas, Prime Minister of Estonia.
  • In Lithuania, the Governor General will participate in discussions at Vilnius Tech Park and at the Santaka Valley KTU Science, Technology and Business Centre.
  • To strengthen the people-to-people ties and promote various aspects of Canada abroad, the Governor General will be accompanied by an official delegation.

Urgent question on the Prime Minister's use of language

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Thursday, September 26, 2019
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Jess Phillips MP asked ministers to ask the Prime Minister to reflect on his language and role as Prime Minister, and to create a safe environment both in our country and in our countrys Parliament.

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  • Jess Phillips MP asked ministers to ask the Prime Minister to reflect on his language and role as Prime Minister, and to create a safe environment both in our country and in our countrys Parliament.
  • That liberty is compromised when a culture of intimidation forces people out of public life or discourages citizens from engaging in the political process.
  • Jeremy Corbyn, Leader of the Opposition responded saying;
    "The language that politicians use matters and has real consequences.
  • To dismiss concerns from members about the death threats they receive, and to dismiss concerns that the language used by the Prime Minister is being repeated in those death threats is reprehensible."

Urgent question on the Prime Minister's use of language

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Thursday, September 26, 2019
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Jess Phillips MP asked ministers to ask the Prime Minister to reflect on his language and role as Prime Minister, and to create a safe environment both in our country and in our countrys Parliament.

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  • Jess Phillips MP asked ministers to ask the Prime Minister to reflect on his language and role as Prime Minister, and to create a safe environment both in our country and in our countrys Parliament.
  • That liberty is compromised when a culture of intimidation forces people out of public life or discourages citizens from engaging in the political process.
  • Jeremy Corbyn, Leader of the Opposition responded saying;
    "The language that politicians use matters and has real consequences.
  • To dismiss concerns from members about the death threats they receive, and to dismiss concerns that the language used by the Prime Minister is being repeated in those death threats is reprehensible."

Prime Minister of Barbados Mia Mottley to deliver address on climate change at National Press Club Headliners Newsmaker this Thursday, Sept. 26

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Tuesday, September 24, 2019
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"Make no mistake," said Prime Minister Mottley, "there will be mass migration by climate refugees that will destabilize the countries of the world that are not on the frontline of this climate crisis."

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  • "Make no mistake," said Prime Minister Mottley, "there will be mass migration by climate refugees that will destabilize the countries of the world that are not on the frontline of this climate crisis."
  • The Headliners Newsmaker program will be held in the National Press Club's McClendon Room.
  • The National Press Club is located on the 13th floor of the National Press Building at 529 14th St. NW, Washington, D.C.
  • Lindsay Underwood for the National Press Club; [email protected] , (202) 662-7561
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Prime Minister (Nomination) and Cabinet (Appointment)

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Thursday, July 11, 2019
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A Bill To make provision for the House of Commons to nominate the Prime Minister and approve appointments to the Cabinet; to establish the office of Acting Prime Minister; and for connected purposes.

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A Bill To make provision for the House of Commons to nominate the Prime Minister and approve appointments to the Cabinet; to establish the office of Acting Prime Minister; and for connected purposes.