John Healey: “As part of this drive I can announce I will also look to make greater use of a national security exemption system, under…”

We build on that, but it is not easy. It is not easy in a world in which you see global conflict, increasing dangers.

I’m determined Britain has a lead role in harnessing this technology to drive more jobs, better public services, and growth that’s UK-wide.

It will be built on fiscal discipline. It will meet our fiscal rules. It’ll give businesses and families some of the stability they need to plan for the future. Now, let’s get on with the job."

And we have provided just a bit of breathing-space for those families and businesses that feel so squeezed, that feel without hope."