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UK đź”´ LIVE: Prime Minister’s Questions with British Sign Language (BSL) – 4 March 2026

Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)

Prime Minister’s Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.

In most cases, the session starts with a routine ‘open question’ from an MP about the Prime Minister’s engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.

The Leader of the Opposition, Kemi Badenoch MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.

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A Strong Social Europe: President von der Leyen at the European Employment and Social Rights Forum

Source: European Commission (video statements)

"Competitiveness is our goal. Social is our essence." – President von der Leyen

On 3 March 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participated in the 2026 European Employment and Social Rights Forum.

This Forum addressed the EU’s response to the challenges many people face today, including the rising cost of living, job insecurity, and changes in the labour market. Opinion leaders, policymakers, businesses, academics and civil society came together to explore bold ideas to support Europe’s greatest strength: its people.

In her speech, President von der Leyen emphasised partnership to support Europe’s social model, stressing that economic progress should serve the people. She identified three priorities: enhancing the Single Market, investing in skills and quality jobs, and addressing housing affordability. She proposed measures to improve labour mobility and invest in skills to prepare for AI-driven changes. Quality jobs were highlighted as essential for productivity. For housing, she called for EU actions to make it more affordable. President von der Leyen concluded by urging collaboration to secure future opportunities for Europe.

For the full transcript of the President’s speech, see here: https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/speech_26_521

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UK Secretary of State for Northern Ireland questioned by Northern Ireland Affairs Committee

Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)

The Northern Ireland Affairs Committee questions Rt Hon Hilary Benn MP on his work as the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.

Witnesses:

Rt Hon Hilary Benn MP – Secretary of State for Northern Ireland at Northern Ireland Office
Matthew Patrick MP – Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Northern Ireland at Northern Ireland Office
Ruth Sloan – Director of Strategy at Northern Ireland Office
Fleur Johnson – Windsor Framework Director at Cabinet Office

https://committees.parliament.uk/event/26682/formal-meeting-oral-evidence-session/

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Q&A and open forum – International Women’s Day 2026

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

Q&A and open forum – International Women’s Day 2026

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"Closing the gender gap in financial literacy".

Building on last year’s success, the ECB event to mark International Women’s Day 2026 stresses the importance of closing the gender gap in financial literacy.

The event brings together policymakers and educators to showcase progress on the five commitments agreed last year, to highlight achievements and to call for further coordinated action across the Eurosystem.

In conversation, President Lagarde and high-level guests discuss the importance of financial literacy from the perspective of central banks, banking supervision authorities and European institutions, and will focus on closing the gender gap through harmonised efforts across Europe.

Find the full programme here:

https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/conferences/html/20260302_intl_womens_day.sv.html

Further information here:

https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxzxgQAZhww

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Closing remarks – International Women’s Day 2026

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

Closing remarks

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"Closing the gender gap in financial literacy".

Building on last year’s success, the ECB event to mark International Women’s Day 2026 stresses the importance of closing the gender gap in financial literacy.

The event brings together policymakers and educators to showcase progress on the five commitments agreed last year, to highlight achievements and to call for further coordinated action across the Eurosystem.

In conversation, President Lagarde and high-level guests discuss the importance of financial literacy from the perspective of central banks, banking supervision authorities and European institutions, and will focus on closing the gender gap through harmonised efforts across Europe.

Find the full programme here:

https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/conferences/html/20260302_intl_womens_day.sv.html

Further information here:

https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ptuY-m5_cII

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Opening remarks – International Women’s Day 2026

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

Opening remarks – Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank

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"Closing the gender gap in financial literacy".

Building on last year’s success, the ECB event to mark International Women’s Day 2026 stresses the importance of closing the gender gap in financial literacy.

The event brings together policymakers and educators to showcase progress on the five commitments agreed last year, to highlight achievements and to call for further coordinated action across the Eurosystem.

In conversation, President Lagarde and high-level guests discuss the importance of financial literacy from the perspective of central banks, banking supervision authorities and European institutions, and will focus on closing the gender gap through harmonised efforts across Europe.

Find the full programme here:

https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/conferences/html/20260302_intl_womens_day.sv.html

Further information here:

https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZx5zsdO1S8

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In conversation – International Women’s Day 2026

Source: European Central Bank (video statements)

In conversation:

Christine Lagarde, President, European Central Bank
Tabea Bucher-Koenen, Professor, Mannheim Institute for Financial Education (MIFE)
Joachim Nagel, President of the Deutsche Bundesbank
Yannis Stournaras, Governor, Bank of Greece
Moderator: Patrick Jenkins, Financial Times

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"Closing the gender gap in financial literacy".

Building on last year’s success, the ECB event to mark International Women’s Day 2026 stresses the importance of closing the gender gap in financial literacy.

The event brings together policymakers and educators to showcase progress on the five commitments agreed last year, to highlight achievements and to call for further coordinated action across the Eurosystem.

In conversation, President Lagarde and high-level guests discuss the importance of financial literacy from the perspective of central banks, banking supervision authorities and European institutions, and will focus on closing the gender gap through harmonised efforts across Europe.

Find the full programme here:

https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/conferences/html/20260302_intl_womens_day.sv.html

Further information here:

https://www.ecb.europa.eu/ecb-and-you/financial_literacy_europe/The-gender-gap-in-financial-literacy/html/index.en.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrmcDto-mII