Order.

Order.

Before we come to the Prime Minister's questions, I want to express on behalf of the

whole House our deep sadness at the death of Captain Sir Tom Moore.

His dignity and determination in raising money to support the NHS charities caught the nation's

mood at the most difficult time. He exemplified the best of our

values. I know the whole host will want to join me in sending our condolences to his family

and his many friends. I invite members to now join me for a minute silence to commemorate Sir Tom's

life and to pay our respects to those who have lost their lives as a result of the COVID and their families and friends. Thank you. Order.

We now have come to questions to the Prime Minister.

I will first call the Prime Minister to answer the engagement's question.

I will then call Claire Anna to ask her supplementary. Prime Minister.

Mr. Speaker, Captain Sir Tom Moore, or Captain Tom, as we all came to know him,

dedicated his life to serving his country and others. His was a long life, lived well,

whether during his time defending our nation as an army officer,

and last year bringing the country together through his incredible fundraising drive for the NHS

that gave millions a chance to thank the extraordinary men and women of our NHS who protected us in this pandemic.

As Captain Tom repeatedly reminded us,

please remember, tomorrow will be a good day.

He inspired the very best in us all,

and his legacy will continue to do so for generations to come.

Mr. Speaker, we now all have the opportunity to show our appreciation for him and all that he stood for and believed in. That's why I encourage

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