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1 hour ago

Britain must be prepared for food and fuel shortages due to Iran war, minister warns

The Independent provides critical journalism on pressing issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
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3 hours ago

I was back at work the next day paternity leave is a nightmare for dads like me'

The Independent provides crucial reporting on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
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3 hours ago

I'm 50 and have been applying for jobs every day for two years'

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support unbiased reporting.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Ministers look to emulate Spanish youth custody where inmates do art and play sport

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and youth prison reform, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK fury over Iran's reckless attacks' after Tehran targets Diego Garcia base

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and international conflicts, emphasizing the importance of accessible news.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago

Britain must be prepared for food and fuel shortages due to Iran war, minister warns

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

I was back at work the next day paternity leave is a nightmare for dads like me'

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

I'm 50 and have been applying for jobs every day for two years'

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support unbiased reporting.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago

Minister insists UK is safe despite stark warning Iran has firepower to hit London

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Ministers look to emulate Spanish youth custody where inmates do art and play sport

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and youth prison reform, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK fury over Iran's reckless attacks' after Tehran targets Diego Garcia base

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and international conflicts, emphasizing the importance of accessible news.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
37 minutes ago

Starmer adviser urges ministers to look at profits cap for energy and petrol firms

A temporary cap on energy and petrol company profits is proposed to prevent excessive profiteering amid the Middle East conflict.
#nigel-farage
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

'Big Chungus' and racist meme coins: Nigel Farage's cameos are rife with the language of the online far right | Robert Topinka

Nigel Farage uses Cameo videos to engage with supporters, blending politics and meme culture while facing criticism for controversial content.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Farage pauses Cameo account for security reasons, says Reform UK

Nigel Farage has paused his Cameo video offerings after controversy over messages supporting a convicted individual and a Neo-Nazi event.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

'Big Chungus' and racist meme coins: Nigel Farage's cameos are rife with the language of the online far right | Robert Topinka

Nigel Farage uses Cameo videos to engage with supporters, blending politics and meme culture while facing criticism for controversial content.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Farage pauses Cameo account for security reasons, says Reform UK

Nigel Farage has paused his Cameo video offerings after controversy over messages supporting a convicted individual and a Neo-Nazi event.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

England's McCullum told to improve relations with counties after Ashes review

Brendon McCullum must improve relations with counties after being backed to continue as England coach despite a disappointing Ashes series.
#labour-party
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ministers look at blueprint for economic overhaul amid fears cost of living could hand election to far right

Labour is considering a radical economic overhaul to address cost of living discontent and prevent a hard-right government from winning the next election.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ministers look at blueprint for economic overhaul amid fears cost of living could hand election to far right

Labour is considering a radical economic overhaul to address cost of living discontent and prevent a hard-right government from winning the next election.
#journalism
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
23 hours ago

How Starmer still hopes to save his premiership ahead of make-or-break elections

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
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2 days ago
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UK aid cuts are a setback in the fight against HIV and AIDS. They should be reversed

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the impact of UK aid cuts on global health initiatives.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago
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Couple in 3k battle with council over ugly' fence at luxury home

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

Scott Parker rues Martin Dubravka error as Fulham hit back to beat Burnley

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

How Starmer still hopes to save his premiership ahead of make-or-break elections

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
2 days ago

UK aid cuts are a setback in the fight against HIV and AIDS. They should be reversed

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the impact of UK aid cuts on global health initiatives.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Couple in 3k battle with council over ugly' fence at luxury home

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

MPs threaten fresh inquiry into carers allowance scandal amid redress delays

MPs are considering a new inquiry into the DWP's handling of the carers allowance scandal due to ongoing issues with overpayment bills.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Family courts in England and Wales not good enough' for women and children, minister says

Family courts in England and Wales will undergo a major overhaul to prioritize child welfare and reduce trauma for women and children.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

There's no way back for him': Martin Clunes on playing Huw Edwards in a controversial new drama

Huw Edwards returns to the screen after suspension due to serious legal charges, portrayed by Martin Clunes in a Channel 5 production.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Evgeny Lebedev and Ian Botham have lowest Lords attendance, records show

Evgeny Lebedev and Ian Botham have identical attendance rates of 1.12% in the House of Lords over the past four years.
fromIndependent
8 hours ago

State takes in record 1bn inheritance tax as Taoiseach Micheal Martin pledges reform

Micheál Martin believes the current rules mean some people are "unduly penalised" and the existing tax thresholds "don't reflect the modern reality for many families today."
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

No assessment Iran could strike London, UK minister says

UK cabinet minister states no evidence supports Israel's claim that Iran has long-range missiles capable of reaching London.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

As Starmer faces war overseas, his party can't find peace at home

British politicians face internal divisions and public skepticism amid a significant global energy security threat and ongoing conflicts.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Tory peer accuses Nick Timothy of instilling fear' over Islamic prayers

Comments on public prayer by Nick Timothy have led to accusations of instilling fear among Muslims and calls for reflection on equality and justice.
#donald-trump
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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Trump's economic shocks are derailing Britain's building plans

Donald Trump's actions have significantly impacted the UK's economic recovery, particularly in the property sector, leading to a decline in new projects.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK ministers begin contingency planning amid fears for economic effects of Iran war

Donald Trump's actions regarding Iran are causing concern among UK ministers about potential economic repercussions and rising living costs.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Trump's economic shocks are derailing Britain's building plans

Donald Trump's actions have significantly impacted the UK's economic recovery, particularly in the property sector, leading to a decline in new projects.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK ministers begin contingency planning amid fears for economic effects of Iran war

Donald Trump's actions regarding Iran are causing concern among UK ministers about potential economic repercussions and rising living costs.
#uk-government
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK government yet to trial OpenAI tech months after signing partnership

The UK government has not conducted any trials with OpenAI's technology despite a signed memorandum of understanding eight months ago.
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fromTheregister
2 days ago

UK promises procurement shift after Palantir backlash

The UK government will change its approach to tech procurement, focusing on domestic companies and innovation instead of relying on firms like Palantir.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK government yet to trial OpenAI tech months after signing partnership

The UK government has not conducted any trials with OpenAI's technology despite a signed memorandum of understanding eight months ago.
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fromTheregister
2 days ago

UK promises procurement shift after Palantir backlash

The UK government will change its approach to tech procurement, focusing on domestic companies and innovation instead of relying on firms like Palantir.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Sarah Ferguson facing mounting calls to testify to Congress over Epstein links

Sarah Ferguson is pressured to testify about her connections to Jeffrey Epstein amid ongoing investigations by US lawmakers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Minister claimed thousands of pounds on expenses for promotional videos

Al Carns claimed about £3,000 for the production of 17 videos that show him interacting with local businesses, including a pull-up challenge with a firefighter.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Reform UK success in local elections could endanger national climate targets, report says UK politics live

Political elites are disconnected from public support for net zero, with rightwing media narratives creating a false backlash against climate action.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Reform UK's Scottish manifesto pledges analysed

Reform UK's manifesto focuses on NHS improvements and radical changes to Holyrood governance for the 2026 election.
UK politics
fromTheregister
2 days ago

What was missing from the UK digital ID consultation?

The UK government's digital identity consultation lacks key details on pricing and audit trail duration, raising concerns about privacy and enforcement.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Farage 'will fight' Essex council reorganisation

Nigel Farage opposes local government reorganization in Essex, advocating for the preservation of the county council structure.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Hillsborough Law to be further delayed

The Hillsborough Law will be delayed further, with hopes for passage in the autumn after being carried over to the next parliamentary session.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Labour MPs threaten vote to show opposition to Mahmood's migration plans

Labour MPs oppose the government's plan to double the waiting period for indefinite leave to remain from five to ten years and threaten to force a parliamentary vote to expose party divisions.
#reform-uk
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Reform MP condemned for making tartan burqa' joke at Scottish election launch

Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin faced criticism for making a joke about wearing a tartan burqa during the party's Scottish election campaign launch, contradicting her previous calls for burqa bans.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Reform UK suspends Scottish candidate less than a day after announcing him

Reform UK suspended a candidate for misconduct and faces criticism for fielding candidates with Islamophobic remarks.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Reform UK suspends Scotland candidate over financial allegations

Reform UK suspended candidate Stuart Niven pending investigation into financial conduct allegations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Reform MP condemned for making tartan burqa' joke at Scottish election launch

Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin faced criticism for making a joke about wearing a tartan burqa during the party's Scottish election campaign launch, contradicting her previous calls for burqa bans.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump aides tried to block appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to US, reports say US politics live

Donald Trump's transition team intervened in the UK ambassador appointment, expressing discontent with Peter Mandelson due to past remarks about the president.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Border security chief steps down after 18 months in the job

Martin Hewitt is leaving his role as head of the UK's Border Security Command after 18 months amid ongoing challenges with small boat crossings.
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fromTheregister
2 days ago

JLR cyber bailout risks dangerous precedent, watchdog warns

The UK's £1.5 billion bailout of Jaguar Land Rover risks creating a troubling precedent for handling major cyber crises without clear criteria.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Attorney general asks if Kemi Badenoch would object to Jewish public prayer

Kemi Badenoch's support for anti-Muslim sentiments raises questions about her stance on public religious expressions, particularly regarding Jewish prayer.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Rightwing narrative fuelling false belief UK public oppose net zero, study finds

Political elites and media narratives create false perception of public backlash against net zero, while majority of British public actually supports climate action and clean energy policies.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Racism behind rise in support for Reform, says Swinney

Racism contributes to rising support for Reform UK in Scotland, according to John Swinney.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Labour to allow 30m wind turbines at schools and hospitals in planning shake-up

Labour plans to allow 30-meter wind turbines at schools, hospitals, and farms without full planning permission to boost renewable energy in the UK.
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fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Surge in UK borrowing limits scope for energy bill support as fiscal pressures mount

UK government borrowing has surged, limiting capacity to support households amid rising energy bills and inflation risks from geopolitical tensions.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps

Three major illegal rubbish dumps in England will be cleaned up at taxpayer expense as part of a national waste crime action plan.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Neighbourhoods to get 20m funding boost

We've had enough of politicians standing up and telling people what needs to happen in their area. It's time to listen to local people themselves. We're putting money behind local voices so they can choose for themselves how they put pride back in communities that felt ignored for so many years.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The greatest challenge Farage has ever faced convincing the world he was never besties with Donald Trump | Marina Hyde

Nigel Farage attempts to distance himself from Donald Trump, reflecting a broader trend of political figures reversing their previous support.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Reform-led council approves councillor wage rise

Members of Kent County Council voted 45 in favor of a 3.8% increase in allowances, with 22 against and five abstentions, despite concerns over timing and optics.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Starmer most popular PM - in Toby Jug sales

Sir Keir Starmer's likeness jug outsold all other prime ministers in 2025, indicating his popularity despite a tough year in office.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

House of Lords has signed its own death warrant' by stalling assisted dying bill, says MP

MP Kim Leadbeater stated that the House of Lords signed its own death warrant over its stalling of the UK assisted dying bill, expressing frustration over the numerous amendments added that threaten its passage.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor investigation could expand into corruption offences'

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces an expanded police investigation into potential corruption and sex trafficking allegations following his previous arrest for misconduct.
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

RFK may replace entire panel of CDC vaccine advisors again, ally lets slip

I have now been told that this was a miscommunication, and in fact the decision about how to proceed has not been made, and dissolving and reforming remains one of [the] options being considered.
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fromCN Traveller
2 days ago

UK passport fees will increase in 2026: here's what to know

The new fees will help the Home Office to continue to move towards a system that meets its costs through those who use it, reducing reliance on funding from general taxation.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

IRA bombing victims drop civil case against Gerry Adams

Three victims dropped their civil lawsuit against Gerry Adams, claiming he was complicit in IRA bombings, leading to the case's closure in the UK High Court.
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago
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Civil action against Gerry Adams by three Provisional IRA bombing victims 'should never have been brought', he says as case withdrawn on final day

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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

IRA bombing victims drop civil case against Gerry Adams

Three victims dropped their civil lawsuit against Gerry Adams, claiming he was complicit in IRA bombings, leading to the case's closure in the UK High Court.
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago
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Civil action against Gerry Adams by three Provisional IRA bombing victims 'should never have been brought', he says as case withdrawn on final day

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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Ex-councillor sentenced over child sex offences

A former Labour councillor received a suspended sentence for sending explicit messages to someone he believed was a 13-year-old girl.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Rayner's allies say probe into her tax affairs to conclude before local elections'

Angela Rayner's allies expect an HMRC tax probe resolution before May local elections, potentially positioning her to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid his declining approval ratings.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Disloyal' Rayner or weak' Starmer? Readers debate who should lead Labour

The Independent provides free, fact-based journalism across major issues including reproductive rights, climate change, and technology, funded by reader donations to maintain editorial independence without paywalls.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Sadiq Khan calls on Labour to pledge to rejoin the EU at next election

London Mayor Sadiq Khan calls for Labour to pledge UK rejoining the European Union at the next general election, citing Brexit's economic, social, and cultural damage.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Khan says Labour should rejoin EU customs union and single market this parliament UK politics live

Sadiq Khan advocates for Labour to commit to EU rejoining in its next manifesto and join the customs union and single market during the current parliament, marking a significant shift from the party's current cautious stance on Brexit reversal.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

King still set to visit US' despite tensions between Starmer and Trump over Iran

King Charles is expected to visit the US next month despite diplomatic tensions between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Donald Trump over Iran policy.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Government gives update on Pip review as claimants reach record high

Britain's Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is undergoing a government review chaired by disability minister Sir Stephen Timms, with findings expected by autumn and disabled people invited to share their views on the benefit's future.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Starmer acknowledges pressure on families' as costs rise amid Iran war

The UK government is implementing measures to address rising household costs amid Middle East conflict-driven energy price increases and economic pressures on families.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Ministers are trying to bury the consequences of UK aid cuts

The UK Labour government cut 40% from international development budget, withdrawing from pandemic prevention and polio eradication initiatives despite global health risks.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Sadiq Khan says Labour should pledge to rejoin EU

Sir Sadiq Khan calls for Labour to promise EU rejoin in next election, citing Brexit damage, while Downing Street maintains opposition to customs union and single market membership.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Starmer urged to tackle human rights abuses with Nigerian president on state visit

A senior Labour MP opposes Nigeria's president's state visit, urging the UK government to address human rights concerns and democratic backsliding in Nigeria.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

UK slashes aid to poorest nations in moral catastrophe' of 40% savings

The UK government is cutting aid spending by 40 percent, with African bilateral support dropping 56 percent and HIV funding left unprotected despite disease control concerns.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

London's bus workers and Tube drivers could strike on the same day

London faces potential widespread travel disruption as bus and Tube workers may strike simultaneously in April, May, and June over working hours and roster disputes.
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