British growers celebrated as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer unveils Downing Street's Christmas tree

"Supplying the tree that stands outside Number 10 is a tremendous honour and a wonderful opportunity to showcase the dedication, craftsmanship, and commitment of British Christmas tree growers"

Chris Brayford
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at the official Christmas tree lights switch on at Downing Street.
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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at the official Christmas tree lights switch on at Downing Street.

Growers and farmers have been celebrated in a Christmas tree lights switch-on ceremony at Downing Street. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer revealed the winner of this years' festive 19 foot Nordmann...

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