Hilary McGrady interviews Prime Minister Keir Starmer

In September 2025 NT’s Director-General, Hilary McGrady, interviewed Prime Minister Keir Starmer to hear his views on protecting nature and history for future generations. Part of the celebrations for our 130th year, you can read the full interview in the latest edition of the National Trust magazine, which all NT members receive as part of their membership.

Hilary McGrady (© National Trust)

8th January 2026NT News

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