My govt will be driven by interest, says Theresa May

Theresa May has taken over the reins of British government, vowing to tackle injustice in the society and to also preserve the union of UK.

In her first remarks as prime minister, May commended her predecessor, whom she described as a modern leader.

The former home secretary said she would make decisions based on the interests of struggling families, not the rich.

“If you’re one of those families, if you’re just managing, I want to address you directly. I know you’re working around the clock. I know you’re doing your best. I know that sometimes life can be a struggle,” she said outside Downing Street.

“The government I lead will be driven not by the interests of the privileged few, but by yours. We will do everything we can to give you more control over your lives.

“When we take the big calls, we’ll think not of the powerful, but you. When we pass new laws we’ll listen not to the mighty, but to you. When it comes to taxes we’ll prioritise not the wealthy but you.

“When it comes to opportunity we won’t entrench the advantages of the fortunate few. We will do everything we can to help anybody, whatever your background, to go as far as your talents will take you.”

May is the second female prime minister – Margaret Thatcher, was the first – in the history of England.