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 given an exclusive Christmas message to readers of the Big Issue in this week’s Christmas special edition.

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he would be looking towards a “better, brighter future for every person” in a Christmas message following a turbulent year for the UK.

In a message delivered on Christmas eve, the prime minister said he will be ‘looking towards a better, brighter future for every person’

Sir Keir Starmer has released his first Christmas message to the nation since becoming Prime Minister. Starmer, who entered Downing Street after leading Labour to a landslide victory on July 4, filmed his message beside a Christmas tree in No10.