Mims Davies MP was thrilled to join the No10 Christmas Showcase this year.
The Prime Minister was joined by Mims Davies MP, businesses, charities and community groups in a festive celebration at Downing Street, where he also switched on the Christmas lights outside Number 10 for the beginning of the Christmas period.
Also present were military families, Points of Light award winners who have been commended for their charitable work, business students, and the owners of Dartmoor Christmas Tree Farm who provided Downing Street’s amazing Christmas Tree and were crowned Champion Christmas Tree Grower of the Year 2023.
During the event, Downing Street was transformed into a Christmas market with stalls from a wide range of British businesses showcasing their products, including Mixpixie, Joy by Corrine Smith and Create Gift Love from online retailer Not on The High Street.
This event comes ahead of Small Business Saturday, an annual grassroots campaign that encourages people to support small businesses in their communities. It follows a significant package of support for small businesses in the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement, which included £4.3 billion over the next 5 years to help our high streets and protect small businesses, building a stronger and more resilient economy.
Mims Davies MP said:
"I was thrilled to be able to join the Christmas Showcase on Downing Street with so many businesses showing their fantastic products.
There were so many amazing stalls to visit from Filey Bay who is the first single malt whisky made in Yorkshire, to tasty cheeses, and Creative Nature who have designed products that are top 14 Allergen free and vegan so everyone can enjoy them.
A huge thank you to the fabulous businesses who joined us and braved the chill! It was a lovely afternoon."
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said:
"Christmas is a very special time of the year where family and friends near and far come together to make new memories, share good food and give thanks.
I am delighted to welcome some fantastic small businesses, charities and local communities to Downing Street today to mark this special occasion and celebrate the joy of Christmas. This event is also especially important as we look ahead to Small Business Saturday, which is a great opportunity to showcase the huge impact independent businesses have in driving growth and opportunity in our communities.
From my family to yours, I wish you a very happy Christmas and a prosperous year ahead."
