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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours 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
2 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
1 day 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
1 day ago

Keir Starmer promises to fight' social media firms over addictive content

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

Nazi salutes and racial slurs: Meet Reform's Welsh election candidates

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Parents should not be only ones to ensure children stay safe online watchdog

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for tech companies to ensure safe online environments for children.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours 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
2 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
1 day 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
1 day ago

Keir Starmer promises to fight' social media firms over addictive content

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

Nazi salutes and racial slurs: Meet Reform's Welsh election candidates

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Parents should not be only ones to ensure children stay safe online watchdog

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for tech companies to ensure safe online environments for children.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour 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.
#journalism
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day 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.
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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

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

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Far-fetched' to suggest McSweeney phone theft linked to Mandelson files, says PM

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours 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
1 day 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.
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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
1 day 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
2 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
2 days ago

Far-fetched' to suggest McSweeney phone theft linked to Mandelson files, says PM

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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour 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.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours 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
11 hours 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.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours 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
6 hours 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
3 hours 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

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
1 day 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.
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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
1 day 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
1 day 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.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day 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
1 day 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.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Nigel Farage hints at return for fellow Essex MP

Nigel Farage hints at the potential rejoining of former MP McMurdock to Reform UK amid financial misconduct allegations.
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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.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Nigel Farage hints at return for fellow Essex MP

Nigel Farage hints at the potential rejoining of former MP McMurdock to Reform UK amid financial misconduct allegations.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Give the guy a chance': Wes Streeting says he does not want Starmer ousted

Wes Streeting supports Keir Starmer's leadership and opposes any challenges to avoid undermining the party's election promises.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day 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.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Give the guy a chance': Wes Streeting says he does not want Starmer ousted

Wes Streeting supports Keir Starmer's leadership and opposes any challenges to avoid undermining the party's election promises.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK government must urgently apologise for forced adoption, MPs say

The UK government must urgently apologize for its role in forced adoption practices affecting many victims.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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.
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fromIrish Independent
1 day 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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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day 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
1 day 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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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.
#keir-starmer
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
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PM rejects far-fetched' scepticism about Morgan McSweeney phone theft

Keir Starmer dismissed claims linking his chief of staff's stolen phone to document requests about Peter Mandelson's ambassador appointment as far-fetched.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

PM rejects far-fetched' scepticism about Morgan McSweeney phone theft

Keir Starmer dismissed claims linking his chief of staff's stolen phone to document requests about Peter Mandelson's ambassador appointment as far-fetched.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 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
2 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.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day 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.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 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.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day 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
2 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.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago
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Labour to axe 800 councillors and close 43 councils in sweeping shake-up - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour plans to cut 800 councillors and shut down 43 councils in England, restructuring local government by 2028.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Labour failing to live up to ambition to overhaul public services, analysis finds

Keir Starmer's public service reform is failing to decentralize power from Whitehall to local areas, according to the Institute for Government.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Far-fetched to think McSweeney faked phone theft, says PM

The prime minister defends the theft of his phone, dismissing claims it was faked amid concerns over lost messages related to Lord Mandelson's appointment.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Listen to a grieving mother and have no doubts: water privatisation has been a lethal scandal | Clive Lewis

A meeting with families affected by water pollution highlighted the urgent need for public ownership of water services.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

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

Taxing windfall profits from the US-Israel war on Iran is urged to support UK households facing cost of living crises.
#social-media-regulation
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Starmer vows to tackle social media's addictive features' to protect children

Keir Starmer aims to address addictive social media features to protect children following a US court ruling against Meta and YouTube.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

How will the UK respond to US court verdict on social media?

A jury found Google and Meta intentionally created addictive social media, prompting discussions on regulating access for children.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Starmer vows to tackle social media's addictive features' to protect children

Keir Starmer aims to address addictive social media features to protect children following a US court ruling against Meta and YouTube.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

How will the UK respond to US court verdict on social media?

A jury found Google and Meta intentionally created addictive social media, prompting discussions on regulating access for children.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Speaker urged to make PM answer the question

The Prime Minister's failure to answer questions during PMQs is increasingly criticized by MPs and the public.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

King's Speech to take place days after key May elections

King Charles III will deliver the King's Speech on 13 May to announce the government's legislative agenda following local elections.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Starmer tells Travelodge boss to engage with MPs over sexual assault case

Keir Starmer urges Travelodge to engage with MPs regarding security protocols after a woman was assaulted due to staff negligence.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

House of Lords push for Australian-style social media ban for under-16s

The House of Lords supports a social media ban for under-16s, rejecting proposals for public consultation on the issue.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Church leaders criticise Christian owner of GB News over channel's climate attacks

Church leaders criticize Sir Paul Marshall for misleading statements on climate science and fossil fuel investments.
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