Prime Minister of Ukraine Volodymyr Groysman congratulated Ukrainians on the start of the New Year and Christmas holidays, and wished everyone to become kinder, and that love and warmth would reign in all families. The Prime Minister issued this statement during the Government sitting, which was attended by a delegation of the Plast National Scout Organization of Ukraine. They handed over the flame of the Peace Light of Bethlehem as a symbol of love and goodness to the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine for the second time.

"It is a great honor for me to accept this light. I want to thank you for keeping the traditions. It is a light of love and kindness. Let the New Year and Christmas holidays be cozy and warm. Let us become big-hearted during these days", added the Head of Government.