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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 hours ago

Yusuf brands Reform candidate's Nazi salute abhorrent' but stands by vetting process

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
20 hours ago

Starmer tells social media companies things will change' on addictive features

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for action against addictive social media features affecting youth.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Angela Rayner to contest claim of underpaid stamp duty on seaside flat

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
23 hours ago

Starmer's popularity boosted by Iran war rift with Trump, poll shows

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
20 hours ago

Half a million people march in London for biggest anti- far right demonstration

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Rachel Reeves urged to raise taxes on companies profiting from Iran war

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 hours ago

Yusuf brands Reform candidate's Nazi salute abhorrent' but stands by vetting process

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
20 hours ago

Starmer tells social media companies things will change' on addictive features

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for action against addictive social media features affecting youth.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Angela Rayner to contest claim of underpaid stamp duty on seaside flat

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
23 hours ago

Starmer's popularity boosted by Iran war rift with Trump, poll shows

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
20 hours ago

Half a million people march in London for biggest anti- far right demonstration

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Rachel Reeves urged to raise taxes on companies profiting from Iran war

The Independent provides critical reporting on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago

Thousands of Afghans put at risk by MoD data breach still stranded months on

The Independent emphasizes the urgency of evacuating Afghans at risk due to a data leak, highlighting the slow response of the UK government.
UK politics
fromIndependent
11 hours ago

'Irresponsible' to cut inheritance tax, say Soc Dems, as Sinn Fein stay silent on its call for hike

Reducing taxes is deemed irresponsible by Social Democrats due to reliance on corporation tax receipts.
#kemi-badenoch
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
17 hours ago

Kemi Badenoch launches Get Britain Drilling' campaign amid global oil price surge

Kemi Badenoch is launching a campaign to increase UK oil and gas production to address rising energy costs amid global tensions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago
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Badenoch criticised for peddling dangerous fantasy' about North Sea oil drilling

Kemi Badenoch's push for new North Sea oil and gas licenses is criticized as ineffective for reducing energy prices.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
17 hours ago

Kemi Badenoch launches Get Britain Drilling' campaign amid global oil price surge

Kemi Badenoch is launching a campaign to increase UK oil and gas production to address rising energy costs amid global tensions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Badenoch criticised for peddling dangerous fantasy' about North Sea oil drilling

Kemi Badenoch's push for new North Sea oil and gas licenses is criticized as ineffective for reducing energy prices.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Reform insiders fear links to extreme figures such as Andrew Tate will scare off voters

Reform insiders are distancing the party from controversial figures like Andrew Tate to improve appeal to mainstream voters.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Keir Starmer says UK will have to act' to curb addictive features of social media

Keir Starmer supports banning addictive social media features to protect young users from harmful algorithms.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Trump's unpredictability' means UK can't rely on US in time of crisis, MPs warn

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for reliable reporting on critical issues like reproductive rights and national security.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Farage says he has been invited to watch Sunderland after Ipswich visit backlash

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Tuchel ramps up pressure on Cole Palmer with place in World Cup squad on the line

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Streeting tells voters to give Starmer a chance and says he doesn't want him ousted

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
20 hours ago

Tuchel names the four centre-backs ahead of Maguire in England pecking order

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Tottenham urged not to appoint Roberto De Zerbi due to Mason Greenwood support

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Trump's unpredictability' means UK can't rely on US in time of crisis, MPs warn

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for reliable reporting on critical issues like reproductive rights and national security.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Farage says he has been invited to watch Sunderland after Ipswich visit backlash

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Tuchel ramps up pressure on Cole Palmer with place in World Cup squad on the line

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Streeting tells voters to give Starmer a chance and says he doesn't want him ousted

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
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UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

Cut taxes on energy bills before giving bailouts, Badenoch says

Kemi Badenoch advocates for tax cuts on energy bills instead of direct payments to households amid rising energy costs.
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fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

'I was naive,' says minister who quit over Labour Together claims

Josh Simons expressed regret over his actions related to a controversial report commissioned by Labour Together.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

War in Iran erodes the chancellor's headroom and exposes our fragility | Heather Stewart

The war in the Middle East has led to rising gilt yields, jeopardizing the UK's fiscal headroom and increasing borrowing costs.
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fromMail Online
8 hours ago

Is YOUR hometown a solar panel hotspot? Use our map to find out

Labour's push for solar panels faces criticism for being impractical and costly amid rising household bills.
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fromIndependent
11 hours ago

'Irresponsible' to cut inheritance tax, say Soc Dems, as Sinn Fein stay silent its call for hike

Reducing inheritance tax is deemed irresponsible by Social Democrats due to reliance on corporation tax receipts.
UK politics
fromIndependent
11 hours ago

'Irresponsible' to cut inheritance tax, say Soc Dems, as Sinn Fein stay silent on its call for hike

Reducing taxes is deemed irresponsible by Social Democrats due to reliance on corporation tax receipts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
23 hours ago

Maldives tells the UK it will not recognise' Chagos Islands deal

The Maldives will not recognize the UK-Mauritius deal over the Chagos Islands, threatening legal action to assert its own sovereignty.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Reform UK's pro-family' policies are an exclusionary sham, minister says

Reform UK's family policies exclude non-traditional families, according to early years minister Olivia Bailey, who advocates for inclusive family support.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Photo used to advertise Scottish travel removed after it appears to show bus in China

The Scottish government withdrew an advert after it used incorrect images of a nature reserve in China instead of the Scottish Highlands.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

We're quietly chirpy': some Tories glimpse ray of hope, but others see abyss at May elections

The Conservative party faces significant electoral challenges despite some optimism among its members, particularly in upcoming local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Hundreds of North Sea licences granted by Conservatives have so far produced only 36 days worth of gas'

New North Sea oil and gas projects have produced only 36 days' worth of gas despite hundreds of licenses granted since 2010.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Our assumptions are broken': how fraudulent church data revealed AI's threat to polling

Fraudulent data in surveys undermines confidence in church attendance reports in Britain, highlighting issues with AI-generated misinformation.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quotations quiz: can you spot what's Shakespeare, Cantona or chatbot?

Matt Goodwin's book 'Suicide of a Nation' faces criticism for allegedly using ChatGPT to generate inaccurate quotes.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Ipswich Town chairman issues apology to fans after Farage visit backlash

Mark Ashton apologized to Ipswich Town fans after Nigel Farage's visit caused backlash and hurt within the community.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Angela Rayner to launch new podcast as she seeks return to frontline politics

Angela Rayner is launching a podcast called Beyond the Bubble to broaden her appeal ahead of a potential Labour leadership contest.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Council tax rises for April confirmed as some areas face 9% increase

Council tax rates in England are increasing, with the majority of councils raising rates by 4.99% and some exceeding that limit.
#corey-edwards
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Reform UK candidate stands down after appearing to do Nazi salute

Corey Edwards stepped down as a Reform UK candidate for the Senedd election due to mental health issues after controversial photos surfaced.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Farage backs election candidate appearing to do Nazi salute in photo

Nigel Farage supports Corey Edwards despite a controversial photo resembling a Nazi salute, claiming it was an impression of a TV character.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Offord says he is fit to be first minister after homophobic joke

Malcolm Offord defends past controversial joke, claims it was a mistake, and emphasizes his fitness for the role of first minister.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cabinet Office to ask Mandelson to provide messages from personal phone

Peter Mandelson will be required to provide messages from his personal phone for an investigation into his appointment as ambassador to the US.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Councillor caught on camera driving during planning meeting

Cllr Dean Lewis attended a council meeting via video call while driving, leading to a referral to the Public Service Ombudsman for Wales.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Mandelson personal phone messages requested for files release

Lord Mandelson is to provide personal phone messages as part of document disclosure related to his sacking as UK ambassador to the US.
#reform-uk
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Reform councillor suspended following racism row

A Reform UK councillor was suspended for failing to disclose a social media account linked to racist comments.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Reform candidate in Wales steps down after apparent Nazi salute

A Reform UK candidate stepped down due to mental health issues after a photo surfaced of him making a Nazi salute.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Reform councillor suspended following racism row

A Reform UK councillor was suspended for failing to disclose a social media account linked to racist comments.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Reform candidate in Wales steps down after apparent Nazi salute

A Reform UK candidate stepped down due to mental health issues after a photo surfaced of him making a Nazi salute.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

Reform and Restore surge in betting markets as voter shift accelerates - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Reform UK and Restore Britain are gaining significant traction in political betting markets, indicating a shift in voter sentiment ahead of the next general election.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Vital paperwork for grooming gangs inquiry may be lost, says MP

Key documents for the grooming gangs inquiry may have been lost due to Home Office errors, raising concerns about the investigation's integrity.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Labour under pressure to appoint Tory ex-minister as next Ofcom chair

Pressure mounts for the appointment of Jeremy Wright as Ofcom chair amid concerns over online content regulation.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ed Miliband's stock is rising because he's a rare commodity in Labour these days: a thinker | Gaby Hinsliff

Ed Miliband's influence in the Labour Party has increased significantly, positioning him as a key figure during a time of crisis.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Liberal Democrats launch new maternity care pledge

The Liberal Democrats propose a one-to-one maternity care scheme to ensure every mother has continuous midwife support and 24/7 consultant obstetricians.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Assisted dying bill will not become law, say both sides

The Assisted Dying Bill is unlikely to pass in the current session of Parliament due to insufficient time and extensive amendments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cheshire constabulary rejects criticism by David Davis over Letby investigation

Cheshire constabulary portrayed the growing concerns raised about the evidence that convicted Letby as a group of people spreading misinformation, making baseless claims and attempting to destroy reputations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Police find no evidence of criminality in Gorton and Denton byelection

No evidence of criminality found in Gorton and Denton byelection despite allegations of corrupt voting.
fromMetro
1 day ago

Nigel Farage claims Premier League side have invited him to attend game

'I've been talking to one of the directors, and they'd very much like to see me there for a home game,' Farage told ITV News. 'If I can make it, I will.'
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Reports Sadiq Khan could join Starmer's cabinet dismissed by allies

Sadiq Khan's potential peerage and cabinet role remain speculative, with a focus on his current mayoral term and upcoming elections.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Indo Politics: A 250m cost of living package under scrutiny and the return of Mairead McGuinness

Government's cost-of-living measures are questioned for their effectiveness and long-term impact.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

No evidence of 'family voting' in by-election

GMP said there was 'no evidence to suggest any intent to influence or refrain a person from voting as stated in the Ballot Secrecy Act 2023'.
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UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Two hereditary peers allowed to keep ceremonial roles

Two hereditary peers will retain their ceremonial roles despite being removed from the House of Lords under government reforms.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

'Dedicated' former MP dies aged 92

He was a dedicated member of the British-Irish Assembly, including its co-chair. Dave was also a long-standing member of the Home Affairs Select Committee.
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UK politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Michael Flatley seizes control of Lord of the Dance, removing board and share trustee

Michael Flatley has regained control of Lord of the Dance by removing most directors of the Northern Ireland company.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Starmer promises to tackle addictive' social media platforms after peers inflict fresh defeat on government UK politics live

Keir Starmer is addressing social media regulation while the government faces parliamentary challenges before the Easter recess.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Ministers hope red tape cuts will speed-up decision making

The government aims to expedite decision-making by eliminating outdated regulations and overlapping consultations to reduce red tape.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Starmer orders British commandos to seize Putin's shadow fleet vessels

The UK will confiscate Russian shadow fleet vessels to pressure Putin over the Ukraine war, joining European allies in intercepting sanctions-breaking ships.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

How will we know Labour is really cleaning up party funding? When Reform and the Tories fight like hell to stop it | Polly Toynbee

Government actions on political funding reforms are positive but insufficient, with calls for stronger measures against foreign influence.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Farage says local elections are referendum on Starmer, as he launches campaign

May's local elections are viewed as a referendum on Sir Keir Starmer's leadership by Nigel Farage and Reform UK.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Fears net zero is next Brexit' as oil crisis fuels political climate divide

Net zero climate goals face opposition similar to Brexit, with claims that it worsens the oil crisis despite strong public support for climate action.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on a recovering NHS: public confidence has risen, but not enough | Editorial

Public satisfaction with the NHS has increased for the first time since 2019, despite ongoing challenges.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Tories are convinced McSweeney's phone is the only one in London not to have been stolen | John Crace

The Conservatives and rightwing media portray London as dangerous, yet they dismiss the theft of a government phone as a scandal.
UK politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Rishi Sunak tells CEOs to move fast on AI-or risk landing on the wrong side of the K-shaped economy | Fortune

Rishi Sunak emphasizes the importance of understanding business needs and rapid decision-making in AI application.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

More than 13 million living in poverty, new figures show

The UK saw a rise in relative poverty, with 13.4 million people affected, including four million children, according to new government figures.
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