Vara in Belfast for first visit as Northern Ireland Secretary
He was appointed to the role on Thursday after Brandon Lewis joined scores of ministers resigning from Boris Johnson’s Government.
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Your support makes all the difference.New Northern Ireland Secretary Shailesh Vara has visited the region for the first time since his appointment.
Mr Vara was appointed by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday following the resignation of Brandon Lewis.
Mr Lewis joined scores of Conservative ministers who left the Cabinet in a revolt against Mr Johnson, who later announced his own resignation – though he intends to stay in post until his successor is found.
Mr Vara visited the Prince’s Trust in Belfast on Friday, where he met young people supported by the charity’s work.
He said: “It was fantastic to visit the Prince’s Trust on my first visit to Northern Ireland as Secretary of State today and learn more about how the charity supports young people by developing their confidence and the skills needed to succeed through education, training and employment.
“As we build a fairer, more equal, and tolerant society in Northern Ireland, the Government remains committed to increasing respect, understanding and reconciliation between communities in Northern Ireland, and helping to build a better environment for future generations.
“I look forward to meeting with more people from across Northern Ireland in the days and weeks ahead.