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“We’ll get by with a little help from our friends,” Denmark’s prime minister, Mette Frederiksen, wrote in a guest book at Chequers on Thursday, referencing the Beatles lyric while visiting her British counterpart.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2026
Speaking on Thursday when he hosted President Trump at Chequers, Sir Keir reiterated that Hamas could play "no part" in any future Palestinian state.
From BBC • Sep. 20, 2025
No matter how many jets are laid on for you in the skies above Chequers.
From BBC • Sep. 18, 2025
The press conference at the PM's country residence Chequers, lasting just under an hour, saw the leaders field questions on topics ranging from world affairs to domestic politics.
From BBC • Sep. 18, 2025
The sign of "The Chequers" in the village street brought the fact home.
From The Sailor by Snaith, J. C.
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