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fromIrish Independent
1 hour ago

The Irish Independent's View: Revelation of emergency housing costs delivers another crushing blow to Government's credibility

The government's approach to the housing crisis is failing, leading to excessive taxpayer costs and a record number of families in emergency accommodation.
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fromThe Washington Post
6 hours ago

Keir Starmer vowed to make Britain 'battle-ready.' Now comes the bill.

Keir Starmer unveiled military spending plans aimed at making the U.K. 'battle-ready' in response to rising threats, particularly from Russia.
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fromwww.bbc.com
22 hours ago

Chancellor to announce 15bn for transport projects

Chancellor announces significant investment in transport infrastructure across England, responding to economic challenges and regional connectivity needs.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Can securonomics and green book overhaul help Rachel Reeves steer UK towards growth?

Rachel Reeves focuses on equitable transport investment to boost growth in Northern UK, pledging 15.6 billion amidst broader plans.
#reproductive-rights
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 hours ago

Brexit sabotage' warning as new proposals clear Commons

The Product Regulation and Metrology Bill raises concerns about potential government overreach in post-Brexit UK law.
Critics fear the bill might enable alignment with EU laws, contradicting Brexit's intention.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago

Free school meals for England's poorest children

The Independent focuses on critical issues such as reproductive rights and school meal expansions, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

British-made weapons must not be used to ethnically cleanse' Palestinians, says MP

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and thorough reporting on critical societal issues.
There are renewed calls in Parliament to halt arms exports to Israel amid concerns over their use against Palestinians.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Raising taxes is political suicide': Readers divided on how to fix UK finances

The Independent focuses on critical societal issues, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism supported by reader donations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Reeves and Starmer face cabinet revolt over spending review

Quality journalism should be accessible to all, and support from the public is vital to achieve this.
Political pressure mounts over spending cuts versus taxing the wealthy as budget plans are debated.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 hours ago

Brexit sabotage' warning as new proposals clear Commons

The Product Regulation and Metrology Bill raises concerns about potential government overreach in post-Brexit UK law.
Critics fear the bill might enable alignment with EU laws, contradicting Brexit's intention.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
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Nato will force Starmer to spend 3.5% of GDP on defence' to keep Trump happy

The Independent focuses on accessible journalism while reporting on critical global issues, emphasizing the importance of on-the-ground coverage.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Talks ongoing over Nato defence target, says No 10

The UK plans to increase its military spending to increase defence readiness while discussions on NATO spending targets are ongoing.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

The spirit of Liz Truss, ridiculous but relentless, stalks British politics | Rafael Behr

Liz Truss continues to push her narrative of a globalist conspiracy undermining Western civilization, despite her controversial tenure as Prime Minister.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
13 hours ago

UK prepares for war: How much will it cost?

The UK is enhancing military capabilities in response to new global threats, including Russian aggression, but funding remains uncertain.
#government-policy
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fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

Free school meals to be extended to 500,000 more children

Free school meals in England will be extended to all children whose parents receive Universal Credit from September 2026.
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fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

Free school meals to be extended to 500,000 more children

Free school meals in England will be extended to all children whose parents receive Universal Credit from September 2026.
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fromwww.bbc.com
20 hours ago

Labour is cosying up to China after years of rollercoaster relations

The UK delegation's visit to Chongqing signifies a potential rekindling of diplomatic and economic ties between the UK and China.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Rachel Reeves must think big to fund Labour's battle-ready' Britain. Tweaks and tinkering won't do | Polly Toynbee

Rachel Reeves faces considerable pressure with her upcoming spending review amid public service needs and perceptions of austerity.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Rachel Reeves must think big to fund Labour's battle-ready' Britain. Tweaks and tinkering won't do | Polly Toynbee

Rachel Reeves faces considerable pressure with her upcoming spending review amid public service needs and perceptions of austerity.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Ministers offer concessions on AI and copyright to avoid fifth Lords defeat

The UK government is making last-minute concessions on copyright protections to avoid losing a crucial data bill in the House of Lords.
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fromTheregister
17 hours ago

UK CyberEM Command to spearhead new era of armed conflict

The UK's CyberEM Command is integral to military strategy, addressing vital gaps in national defense capabilities.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
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The Guardian view on Great British Railways: renationalisation can put passengers back in the driving seat | Editorial

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
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The Guardian view on Great British Railways: renationalisation can put passengers back in the driving seat | Editorial

fromwww.independent.co.uk
15 hours ago

UK workers are taking less sick days as figures reveal new average

The average number of sick days taken by UK workers has fallen, according to new data, as the average amount taken by each worker is revealed.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
19 hours ago

Getting taxpayer and stakeholder feedback is how tax policy should be developed by HMRC - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The recent HMRC consultation on e-invoicing is a commendable approach to tax policy development, allowing diverse stakeholder input, unlike HMRC's previous pre-decided consultations.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
14 hours ago

No Madame Tussauds waxwork for Starmer over fears he will become 'irrelevant' despite replicas for other PMs

As is the case with the world of modern celebrity, the political landscape is fast-moving and unpredictable, so we really have to consider our figure choices carefully.
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fromConsequence
7 hours ago

Oasis vs. Blur: How the Battle of Britpop Foreshadowed the Age of Internet Tribalism

The 'Battle of Britpop' was marked by fierce competition not just in music, but also representing deep social divides within Britain—North vs. South, working-class versus middle-class.
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fromwww.npr.org
17 hours ago

Why the U.K. prime minister is calling for a bigger military to face Russia

The threat we face is more serious, more immediate and more unpredictable than at any time since the Cold War.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

It's not Denmark's children who can't handle debating Gaza. It's our politicians | Rune Lykkeberg

Critics argue the exclusion of the Palestine theme from national school elections undermines Danish democratic values and fails to prepare youth for civic engagement.
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fromeuronews
11 hours ago

Hungary delays vote on transparency law targeting foreign-funded NGOs

Hungary's ruling Fidesz party is postponing a parliamentary vote on a controversial bill to limit foreign funding for media and NGOs, amid widespread protests.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Why are steel and fishing the only industries politicians care about? What about the ones that make real money? | Zoe Williams

The UK favors a US steel tariff exemption over larger economic interests.
Industries like universities and creative sectors need more attention than steel in policy discussions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Why are steel and fishing the only industries politicians care about? What about the ones that make real money? | Zoe Williams

The UK favors a US steel tariff exemption over larger economic interests.
Industries like universities and creative sectors need more attention than steel in policy discussions.
#housing-policy
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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Attic conversions and extensions for elderly family to be exempt from planning rules in memo going before cabinet

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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Attic conversions and extensions for elderly family to be exempt from planning rules in memo going before cabinet

fromwww.npr.org
6 hours ago

How New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern broke the political mold

Jacinda Ardern could never be described as a TYPICAL politician, known for her history-making win in 2017 and for giving birth while in office.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Attic conversions and extensions for elderly family to be exempt from planning rules in memo going before cabinet

"Prison capacity is currently at 115%, with a record 5,394 inmates in mid-April, marking an 11% increase from the previous year."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How exactly has Britain supported Israel's military assault on Gaza? The public has a right to know | Jeremy Corbyn

The article critiques British government policies and military actions leading to civilian casualties in Iraq and the continuing arms support to Israel during the Gaza conflict.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

NDAs should be banned to curb music industry culture of misogyny', says new government report

Non-disclosure agreements should be banned in the music industry to prevent silencing victims of harassment and abuse.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Britain's most hazardous building' could leak radioactive water for 30 more years

"Every day at Sellafield is a race against time to complete works before buildings reach the end of their life. The report indicates Sellafield risks losing this race."
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