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Rt Hon Sir Grant Shapps

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Co-Founder of Cambridge Aerospace | Former Secretary of State for Defence, Business, Home, Transport, and Energy Security.

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1Jul 19, '23I’ve written to @Keir_Starmer to request he pays for the criminal damage the Just Stop Oil attacks on the Energy Security Department caused this morning As the political wing of Ju493×12.9M8.6k1.8k158
2Mar 8, '23As a Jewish Cabinet minister I need no lessons about 1930s Germany from @GaryLineker. Like Gary, I am hosting refugees in my own home, but unlike Gary, I do not believe it is eithe99.6×2.6M9k1k40
3Dec 26, '23This latest destruction of Putin's navy demonstrates that those who believe there's a stalemate in the Ukraine war are wrong! They haven't noticed that over the past 4 months 20% o74×1.9M6.4k95285
4Dec 16, '23HMS Diamond has shot down a suspected attack drone targeting merchant shipping in the Red Sea - destroying the target with a Sea Viper missile.57.8×1.5M3.6k60889
5Nov 15, '23Voting for a ceasefire is essentially voting to give Hamas the green light to commit further terrorist atrocities. If Britain had been attacked on October 7, and we knew exactly wh57.7×1.5M5.4k70765
6Sep 11, '25It's time to automate the lot of it.50×1.3M2.2k23997
7Oct 1, '23After an urgent request from NATO, I’ve authorised the activation of a battalion of British soldiers to keep the peace in Kosovo In the coming days, hundreds of service men & w47.8×1.2M1.7k36964
8Jul 14, '23Let me be absolutely clear: ❌ I am not just stopping oil ❌ I am not putting 213,000 people out of work ❌ I am not giving Putin the power to blackmail Britain ❌ I am not surrenderin45.7×1.2M2.4k25332
9Jul 3, '24Every night of this campaign, my election posters have been stolen, taken down, vandalised, or destroyed. This is a clear attack on our democracy, but voters in Welwyn Hatfield wil44.1×1.2M2k29679
10Mar 8, '24I’m in Kyiv to raise the alarm to the democratic world - we must make sure Ukraine wins this war. The UK has stepped up to do more than ever, with our largest military support pack40.2×1M5.5k1.2k157
11Apr 12, '24It might sound impossible but the UK will very soon have lasers that shoot down missiles & drones at the speed of light. How? Because we’ve reformed military procurement to spe34.8×909k4.3k608220
12Jan 12, '24Four @RoyalAirForce Typhoons have conducted precision strikes on two Houthi military targets alongside US forces. The threat to innocent lives and global trade has become so great 31.4×820k3.3k577118
14Sep 28, '23I've been back to Kyiv this week to ask President @ZelenskyyUa what he needs to win. As Ukraine retakes its territory, UK support remains unwavering. We will work tirelessly to bri28.9×755k1.9k25610
15Apr 23, '24JUST ANNOUNCED: Defence Spending will rise by £75bn over the next 6 years. With the world becoming more dangerous we can’t afford not to act. That’s why we’ll invest unprecedented 28.3×739k2k32565
16Nov 21, '23The Falkland Islands are British. That is non-negotiable and undeniable 🇬🇧🇫🇰 99.8% of islanders voted to remain British and we will always defend their right to self-determinat27×705k2k24535
17Dec 29, '23The UK is moving rapidly to bolster Ukraine’s air defence, in the wake of Putin’s murderous air strikes. Hundreds of British made air defence missiles are being sent to ensure @Ukr26.5×692k5.1k94653
18Apr 14, '24Last night the UK intercepted and destroyed multiple one-way attack drones - launched by Iran and its proxies - that posed a threat to civilian lives in the Middle East. Additional25×651k2.8k39773
19Apr 18, '24This is the first fully British built tank in 22 years - the Challenger 3 🇬🇧 Cutting-edge upgrades are now underway in Telford to make this the most lethal tank in @BritishArmy h24×627k3.7k393146
20Sep 12, '24When @POTUS and @Keir_Starmer meet Friday, they must give Ukraine the green light to use Storm Shadow missiles inside Russia. As I argued in @thetimes, it's hypocritical to support23.4×610k3.9k80292
21Apr 27, '24This is the UK’s Storm Shadow production line - where we’re building the missiles that have been so devastating in Ukrainian hands. It’s factories like this that we’ve put on a war22.4×584k4.1k607167
22Apr 23, '23Once again, Jewish people have to wake up and see a Labour MP casually spouting hateful anti-semitism. @Keir_Starmer are you actually going to do anything?22.1×577k1.9k33922
23Oct 3, '24As Defence Secretary I was so concerned about the sovereignty of the Chagos Islands that I blocked the deal from proceeding. Today, this government has announced it's abandoned our17.1×445k3.8k797124
24Jan 15, '24The UK will take a leading role in one of NATO’s largest exercises since the Cold War. 🇬🇧 The largest land deployment to NATO in 40 years 🇬🇧 A UK Carrier Strike Group to lead N16.5×430k2.6k37754
25Oct 23, '25🇧🇪 For goodness’ sake, Belgium. Freedom and democracy are under attack on our continent - and you’re blocking €140 billion for Ukraine because you’re scared of Moscow? Come on @a15.5×404k3.8k861111
26Jan 10, '24Yesterday saw the largest attack on a Royal Navy warship in decades. I’d like to thank the crew of @HMSDiamond for their heroic service in the Red Sea, as they continue to defend i15.3×398k2k31932
27Oct 3, '24This is absolutely appalling. Surrendering sovereignty here creates read across to other British bases. It's a weak and deeply regrettable act from this government: UK will give so13.8×360k4k598123
28Mar 24, '24Putin's continued illegal occupation of Ukraine is exacting a massive cost on Russia's Black Sea Fleet which is now functionally inactive. Russia has sailed the Black Sea since 17813.7×358k2.1k38634
29Jun 14, '25Last year I ordered RAF jets to intercept Iranian drones & missiles aimed at Israel. Tonight, Iran will fire on a democracy again, yet Labour will sit on its hands while global13.3×346k8.9k1.3k140
30Dec 30, '23Ukraine cannot be left to defend itself alone from a despot like Putin. So now is the time to ramp up our support. Yesterday the UK started on that mission by bringing forward more12.2×319k3.5k67341
31Jan 5, '24The world has turned its back on Russia, forcing Putin into the humiliation of going cap in hand to North Korea to keep his illegal invasion going. In doing so Russia has broken mu11.7×305k2k36834
32Jan 24, '24Only by increasing our support for Ukraine can we ensure a future where freedom triumphs over tyranny. Britain has stepped up to do more and now the world must do the same. #SlavaU11.6×303k2k35826
33Apr 23, '25Deeply depressing from the so-called Leader of the Free World!11.1×290k9k1k102
34Mar 5, '24The Black Sea is not safe for Putin’s Navy. Until recently that would have been unimaginable. Now because the West backed Ukraine, it’s undeniable. If we get them what they need, t10.6×277k3k41833
35Sep 15, '24I've joined forces with 4 former Defence Secretaries to call for Britain to urgently regain our leadership role in supporting Ukraine.9.9×258k3.7k95285
36Jan 12, '24Today we’re not only maintaining our support for Ukraine but increasing it 🇬🇧🇺🇦 With £2.5 billion to get Ukraine the advanced capabilities and drones they need to defeat Putin 9.1×237k2.3k28424
37May 19, '24The world cannot wait, Ukraine needs us to step up so they have what they need to push Putin back. That’s exactly what the UK has done today. A full breakdown of what we’ve rushed 9.1×237k2.1k48235
38Jan 27, '25Renaming the HMS Agincourt is nothing short of sacrilege. This submarine carries a name that honours a defining moment in British history. Under Labour, woke nonsense is being put 8.9×232k3k55535
40Sep 11, '23A tough few days saying goodbye to my dad, who passed away Sunday evening. At 91, he remained as upbeat and optimistic as ever right until the end. He will be hugely missed by me, 8.4×219k2k406
41Apr 23, '24If Putin wins it will be open season for any dictator to plunge the world into war and chaos. That’s why the UK has always been the first to step up and why today we’ve announced o8.1×210k3.6k55853
42Jun 6, '25I think of myself as a moderate @Conservatives, but have long since come to the conclusion that since securing our own borders is the No1 job of the state, we do need to leave the 7.9×206k2.3k24428
43Sep 15, '25🚨This should be headline news, because it's an insane way to run the country: Britain’s deficit (£137bn) is now larger than the interest bill (£105bn). Or in plain English: we’re 7.8×203k5.3k1.2k172
44Sep 24, '23My message to Ukraine’s Defence Minister and the more than 50 other nations of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group was clear this week... Britain has stood 'shoulder to shoulder' wit7.7×201k1.8k22711
45Jun 13, '25A nuclear bomb in the hands of Iran—the world’s leading state sponsor of terror—is a global threat, not a regional dispute. Starmer’s limp call for “restraint” hands Tehran the adv7.7×200k3.1k39127
46Oct 30, '23Putin is hoping the world forgets the urgent need to support Ukraine The UK will never let that happen - we will deliver more military support & bring our allies together to ge7.5×196k2.2k4668
48Feb 14, '25🇬🇧🇺🇦 I don't always agree with @Keir_Starmer but he's got this right. Ukraine must be on an irreversible path to NATO, & the UK must stand firm in its support. No talks abo6.9×180k4.8k88648
49Jan 12, '24We said our support would be unwavering and today we’ve proved it. Putin hoped the West would be distracted by events in the Middle East but today we’ve taken the critical step to 6.8×176k2.1k24812
50Feb 14, '24Today, I will meet with allies in a global conference to fund Ukraine’s Armed Forces. As we do, the sinking of another of Putin’s warships will be a powerful reminder of how Ukrain6.7×175k1.9k27813
51Jan 26, '24Ukraine’s future is in the West’s hands and we must all act now. There can be no world in which Putin can be allowed to win, so every democratic nation must step up for the long ha6.4×168k1.7k36428
52Jul 27, '22Train drivers already earn almost 60k but clearly that’s not enough for ASLEF bosses, who have called more strikes designed to hurt the people they claim to stand for, and who on a6.2×04.8k85936
53Aug 22, '24🇬🇧 Britain's unwavering commitment to Ukraine so far: 🪖 £7.6B in military assistance ⛑️ £5B in non-military aid 👥 45,000 Ukrainian troops trained in the UK 🚫 2,000+ individual5.8×150k4k47530
54Mar 4, '25Tragic to witness the United States—the ‘Home of the Free’—siding with dictator Putin. This weakens America’s global standing, undermines Ukraine’s sovereignty & emboldens aggr5.7×149k2.4k46230
55Jun 18, '22Keir Starmer has spent 11 days refusing to condemn the rail strikes. On Wednesday he ordered his MPs not to take a stand against the militant unions. Now we know why: In private, h5.5×02.3k83118
56Feb 15, '24Since Ukraine was invaded, the UK is increasing its capacity to produce artillery shells eight-fold. Having led the way, we’re today bringing together 15 nations to boost productio5.3×140k2.8k35125
57Dec 31, '20Welcome news for UK drivers 🇬🇧 🚙. We've now secured agreement with all 27 EU Member States to recognise UK licences WITHOUT the need for an International Drivers Permit. From to5.3×08.4k1.8k65
58May 19, '24The UK has rushed 1 million rounds of ammunition, air defence missiles & drones to Ukraine’s frontline to help hold Putin’s army back. Russia’s new offensive must be a wake up 5.2×136k2.6k61232
59Mar 7, '24Drones are changing the course of the war in Ukraine. That’s why today the UK is boosting its delivery of drones to the frontline - upping our commitment from £200m to £325m. By do5.2×135k1.8k31123
60Jun 29, '25Bizarre how Glastonbury’s artists-turned-activists chant against Israel but stay completely silent on what Hamas does to Palestinians: cancelled elections, crushed dissent, abused 5.0×130k4.4k63341
61Apr 23, '24First: we said our support to Ukraine would never waver. Then: we pledged our largest ever funding to support Ukraine, earlier this year. Now: we’re going further with a new £500m 4.7×121k2.6k34020
62Mar 25, '20Given the circumstances I'm granting an MOT temporary exemption so that if your MOT is due from 30th March 2020 you will automatically receive a SIX-month extension. However, you m4.3×05.3k3.1k64
63May 29, '24Over the last year the UK has: 🇺🇦 Sent our largest package of military kit ever. 🇺🇦 Increased Ukraine support to a record £3bn. 🇺🇦 Committed to continue that until 2030. We h4.1×106k2.5k24117
64Feb 24, '24Having secured the UK’s highest ever level of military support for Ukraine, we’re now able to get @DefenceU more of what they most need to fight and win. That’s why today we’re ann3.9×103k2.3k35015
65Jul 27, '25Last year I declassified intel exposing China’s weapons support for Russia in Ukraine. China denied it. Russia denied it. And wrongly, so did the US. Now however, the evidence is l3.8×99k2k764127
66Jun 20, '25Storming an RAF base isn’t protest - it’s a national security breach. The blame lies squarely with these reckless activists, but ministers must now explain how on earth it was allo3.4×89k3.2k51726
67Jan 28, '22Goodbye to our wonderful family dog Mr Crumble who brightened our lives every day for the past 15.5 years. 1st August 2006 - 27th January 2022.3.4×09.4k1259
68Oct 22, '25Ukraine’s successful Storm Shadow strike shows Europe is still providing powerful support. When Ukraine defends its freedom, we defend ours. 🇺🇦🇬🇧3.4×88k2.4k33424
69Apr 12, '22At end of 2020 I was unable to visit my dad in hospital for 4mths, so share the anger felt about Downing St fines. But I also recognize PM has apologised, accepted responsibility &3.3×02.5k2638
70Apr 17, '22Today we're delighted to welcome a three-generation Ukrainian family, along with their dog Max, to live with us in our home. Whilst their country goes through the turmoil of Putin'3.3×06.8k4369
71Mar 14, '22TRAVEL UPDATE All remaining Covid travel measures, including the Passenger Locator Form and tests for all arrivals, will be stood down for travel to the UK from 4am on 18 March. Th3.2×04.9k1k56
72Feb 25, '22Putin’s actions are unlawful and anyone benefitting from Russia’s aggression in Ukraine is not welcome here. I’ve strengthened our ban in the UK so that no Russian private jet can 3.1×06.2k75719
73Feb 28, '22Today I've written to all UK ports asking them not to provide access to any Russian flagged, registered, owned, controlled, chartered or operated vessels. Given Putin's action in #3.1×05.6k1.4k37
74Sep 8, '24Time for the UK to lead again by giving Ukraine the freedom to strike back—yes, even inside Russia—using our Storm Shadows. A simple ultimatum to Putin: Stop your attacks from with3.1×81k2.9k70656
75Jun 22, '25I don’t often agree with Trump, but destroying Iran’s nuclear sites was absolutely the right call. The IRGC wants Israel wiped off the map. Tehran arms Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis &a2.9×76k1.9k23728
76Nov 15, '19Today we've announced a £500m Beeching Reversal Fund to start re-opening rail lines axed under Harold Wilson's govt. Ultimately this saw 5,000 miles of rail & 2,363 stations cl2.8×02.3k78240
77May 24, '21Following the forced diversion of a @Ryanair aircraft to Minsk yesterday, I’ve instructed @UK_CAA to request airlines avoid Belarusian airspace in order to keep passengers safe. I 2.7×05.4k1.1k17
78Mar 19, '25Putin's offer to suspend Black Sea hostilities is pure self-interest. He only suggests it because Ukraine’s innovative long-range Magura drones have pummelled and sunk his Black Se2.7×71k5.1k89647
79May 29, '25In Sadiq Khan’s London, fare dodging is fine—but calling it out gets you attacked. .@RobertJenrick was right. The real scandal is a Mayor @MayorofLondon who looks the other way.2.6×69k4.7k63218
80Feb 24, '24Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦 Two years since Putin launched his illegal invasion, @Ukraine stands strong. And the UK stands right beside them. Unwavering in our support for the forces battli2.5×64k1.9k30111
81Mar 31, '19It simply beggars belief that any MP could vote for a #CustomsUnion. Would mean EU setting our trade policy with the rest of the world, WITHOUT our having ANY say! An insane outcom2.4×03.9k1.3k3
82Jul 8, '21TRAVEL UPDATE: From MONDAY 19 JULY 4am #British fully vaccinated adults will not need to isolate from amber list countries 🚦 including those on clinical trials – another step to f2.3×02.5k60222
83Sep 17, '21TRAVEL UPDATE🔊: we’re making testing easier for travel 🧳💉 From Mon 4 Oct, if you’re fully vax you won’t need a pre-departure test before arrival into England from a non-red coun2.3×02.4k76549
84Feb 5, '22The search has begun for a home town or city for the HQ of the new Great British Railways - and we'll be asking the public to vote on the finalists. Get involved in #DestinationGBR2.2×02.2k44875
85Jan 14, '21I’ve taken the urgent decision to BAN ARRIVALS from ARGENTINA, BRAZIL, BOLIVIA, CAPE VERDE, CHILE, COLOMBIA, ECUADOR, FRENCH GUIANA, GUYANA, PANAMA, PARAGUAY, PERU, SURINAME, URUGU2.1×02k70718
86Jan 22, '25Here we go again... Every Labour government in history leaves office having put more people on the dole. This one will be no different!2.1×56k2.6k70214
87Dec 25, '20Update on Kent lorry situation: Over 10,000 #Coronavirus tests now carried out. Just 24 positive (0.24%). A huge thank you for the tireless efforts of our troops, police, civilian 1.9×02.6k41418
88Mar 14, '22We've spent the past few weeks as a family discussing the devastating situation in Ukraine, and so we intend to apply today to join other UK households in offering our home to prov1.8×03.1k2408
89Jun 6, '22With the cost of living rising, war in Europe and an economy to recover after Covid, now is not the time for a distracting and divisive leadership contest. @BorisJohnson has my sup1.8×02.1k3213
90Jan 31, '21After Covid lockdown, Brits will be able to drive on the Continent without GB stickers thanks to NEW reg plate with Union Flag & GB, plus driving licences will NOT require Inte1.7×02.3k55524
91Sep 20, '18I notice the blunt message for Theresa May in Salzburg in which Council President @donaldtusk says her Brexit plan won't work for EU. Well, I'm no Brexiteer (in fact I voted Remain1.6×02.7k7922
92Mar 1, '22At London's Foreign Office where we've just become the first nation to pass a law involving a total BAN of ALL ships with ANY Russian connection whatsoever from entering British po1.6×01.9k8959
93Jun 29, '17Text from @Channel4News asking if I'd go on tonight. Text back from me declining, explaining I couldn't be sure about interview impartiality1.5×01.6k5960
95Sep 17, '21I'll set out measures to simplify international travel later today in order to reduce costs, take advantage of higher levels of vaccination, and keep us all safe. ✈️🚢🚆1.4×01.9k2324
96Sep 22, '21Invading a motorway is reckless & puts lives at risk. I asked National Highways to seek an injunction against M25 protestors which a judge granted last night. Effective later t1.2×02.1k3344
97Feb 27, '22Following the UK’s decision to ban Russian aircraft from our skies last Thursday, I strongly welcome today's move from countries right across Europe to follow suit. We stand togeth1.2×01.9k3815
98Apr 1, '22BREAKING 🚨The Insolvency Service has reviewed P&O Ferries’ actions and placed it under criminal investigation for its actions. Peter Hebblethwaite stood before MPs and admitte1.2×01.9k4987
99Jun 9, '21We're pleased to announce a joint UK/US Taskforce to help facilitate the reopening of transatlantic travel @BorisJohnson @POTUS 🇬🇧 🇺🇲1.2×01.8k23511
100Oct 22, '21We’re taking the 1st group of activists from Insulate Britain to court for dangerous & self-defeating action along the M25. They now face potential prison time. @NationalHways 1.1×02.1k2940

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