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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago

Politics latest: Outraged' minister says Mandelson should donate 75,000 payout

A government minister demands Lord Mandelson donate his £75,000 US ambassador severance to charity, while Starmer faces scrutiny over Mandelson's appointment due to undisclosed Epstein connections revealed in Cabinet Office due diligence files.
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fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

Chris Mason: Some nuggets but no huge revelations in first batch of Mandelson files

Released documents about Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador reveal disputes over his Epstein connections but lack conclusive evidence, with key correspondence withheld pending police investigation.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago
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All the key takeaways from first release of the Mandelson files

The UK government released documents revealing Prime Minister Keir Starmer received warnings about Lord Mandelson's Epstein connections before appointing him US ambassador, leading to his forced resignation and renewed scrutiny of the appointment decision.
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18 hours ago
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A 'weirdly rushed' appointment - and other key takeaways from Mandelson files

Government documents reveal Lord Mandelson was warned as a reputational risk before his US ambassador appointment, and he later requested over £500,000 severance after being sacked over Epstein connections.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago

Politics latest: Outraged' minister says Mandelson should donate 75,000 payout

A government minister demands Lord Mandelson donate his £75,000 US ambassador severance to charity, while Starmer faces scrutiny over Mandelson's appointment due to undisclosed Epstein connections revealed in Cabinet Office due diligence files.
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fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

Chris Mason: Some nuggets but no huge revelations in first batch of Mandelson files

Released documents about Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador reveal disputes over his Epstein connections but lack conclusive evidence, with key correspondence withheld pending police investigation.
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fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

PM warned of 'reputational risk' over Mandelson's Epstein links

Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador faced warnings about reputational risks from his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, which continued after Epstein's 2008 conviction.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Mandelson due diligence report raised serious questions', minister admits UK politics live

A minister confirmed that Keir Starmer received a due diligence report raising serious concerns about Peter Mandelson's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein before appointing him US ambassador, and Starmer claims he was misled by Mandelson's reassurances.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
14 hours ago

Mandelson papers reveal Keir Starmer ignored warnings over peer's links to Epstein

Sir Keir Starmer appointed Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite warnings about Mandelson's ties to Jeffrey Epstein and reputational risks to the government.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 hours ago

New files show British PM warned of reputational risks' with Mandelson

Prime Minister Keir Starmer appointed Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite warnings about reputational risks from his connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, later firing him after the friendship's extent became public.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

No 10 to release hundreds of files on Mandelson's US ambassador appointment

Downing Street will release documents revealing a Cabinet Office due diligence report warned Keir Starmer of serious reputational risks from Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment due to his Jeffrey Epstein connections.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Mandelson due diligence report raised serious questions', minister admits UK politics live

A minister confirmed that Keir Starmer received a due diligence report raising serious concerns about Peter Mandelson's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein before appointing him US ambassador, and Starmer claims he was misled by Mandelson's reassurances.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
14 hours ago

Mandelson papers reveal Keir Starmer ignored warnings over peer's links to Epstein

Sir Keir Starmer appointed Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite warnings about Mandelson's ties to Jeffrey Epstein and reputational risks to the government.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Mandelson documents raise questions about Starmer's decision-making

Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to Washington and subsequent dismissal over Epstein links continues creating political problems for Prime Minister Keir Starmer despite Mandelson maintaining a public profile.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Mandelson documents to be released after PMQs UK politics live

The UK government will release hundreds of documents about Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador, though only a fraction of what Parliament demanded, with questions remaining about his vetting and Epstein connections.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
11 hours ago

New files show British PM warned of reputational risks' with Mandelson

Prime Minister Keir Starmer appointed Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite warnings about reputational risks from his connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, later firing him after the friendship's extent became public.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

No 10 to release hundreds of files on Mandelson's US ambassador appointment

Downing Street will release documents revealing a Cabinet Office due diligence report warned Keir Starmer of serious reputational risks from Peter Mandelson's US ambassador appointment due to his Jeffrey Epstein connections.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

There is no denying Labour is in crisis but in a strange way, Keir Starmer is equipped to save it | Zoe Williams

Labour faces internal tension between pursuing left-wing values and right-wing electoral victory, with greater risk from left-wing voter defection than Reform competition.
#political-scandal
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment

A senior minister defended Sir Keir Starmer's handling of Lord Mandelson's US ambassador appointment despite acknowledging government damage, citing reforms to power structures after accepting a mistake.
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20 hours ago

Starmer Was Warned of a Reputational Risk Due to Mandelson - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Government documents reveal Lord Peter Mandelson maintained significant ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before his appointment as UK ambassador to the United States, raising reputational concerns.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment

A senior minister defended Sir Keir Starmer's handling of Lord Mandelson's US ambassador appointment despite acknowledging government damage, citing reforms to power structures after accepting a mistake.
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20 hours ago

Starmer Was Warned of a Reputational Risk Due to Mandelson - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Government documents reveal Lord Peter Mandelson maintained significant ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before his appointment as UK ambassador to the United States, raising reputational concerns.
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fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

'I was pursued for fraud for having two council jobs at once'

Remote work has enabled some public sector employees to secretly hold multiple full-time jobs simultaneously, leading to fraud investigations and contract terminations when discovered.
#student-loans
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Pressure mounts on Starmer to fix student loans as MPs launch inquiry

Parliament's Treasury select committee launches inquiry into student loans system fairness, examining whether graduates face unfair terms and excessive taxation on repayments.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

MPs launch student loans inquiry amid perfect storm' for young people in UK

Young adults in the UK face compounding economic pressures from student loans, housing costs, inadequate pensions, and AI-related job threats, prompting a Treasury select committee inquiry into student loan reform.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 hours ago

Inquiry into student loans launched by MPs

MPs are launching an inquiry into student loans due to widespread dissatisfaction over repayment terms, particularly regarding the frozen threshold for Plan 2 loans in England.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Pressure mounts on Starmer to fix student loans as MPs launch inquiry

Parliament's Treasury select committee launches inquiry into student loans system fairness, examining whether graduates face unfair terms and excessive taxation on repayments.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

MPs launch student loans inquiry amid perfect storm' for young people in UK

Young adults in the UK face compounding economic pressures from student loans, housing costs, inadequate pensions, and AI-related job threats, prompting a Treasury select committee inquiry into student loan reform.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago

Celebrity dog trainer sues government for 8m over HS2 upheaval

A dog training business owner seeks £8 million compensation from the UK government after his kennels were compulsorily acquired for the HS2 high-speed rail project.
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

Starmer vows to crack down on 'profiteering' from fuel crisis

Sir Keir Starmer pledges government action against Northern Ireland heating oil companies charging unfair prices amid Middle East conflict-driven fuel crisis.
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fromwww.bbc.com
9 minutes ago

I've lost friends since joining Reform, says Lord Offord

Malcolm Offord, a former Conservative peer turned Reform UK Scotland leader, lost friendships over his defection to Nigel Farage's party but views it as a necessary sacrifice for his political cause.
fromTheregister
1 hour ago

Whitehall drops 100K to keep airport model from crashing

The module is part of the National Aviation Passenger Allocation Model, or NAPAM, which forecasts passenger airport choices. It consists of about 10,000 lines of code written in a Microsoft .NET C++ environment with Excel used for data input and output. It carries out iterative calculations until these hit a set value such as an airport's maximum number of passengers.
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29 minutes ago

Reform UK most-supported party among gay and bi men, new poll shows

The populist political party was founded in 2018 as the Brexit Party and has since rebranded and made a name for itself over its controversial anti-immigration and eurosceptic policies. As well as opposition to mass migration, the party bills itself as 'anti-woke' and has several anti-LGBTQ+ - and notably anti-trans - policies, including a recent pledge to repeal the 2010 Equality Act.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

Overseas 'content farms' creating political deepfakes uncovered

I don't think you'll find a politician who hasn't had this done to them... to say it out loud makes me feel quite sad. Several Welsh politicians told the BBC about their experiences as victims of deepfakes, highlighting the widespread nature of AI-generated manipulated content targeting elected officials across the UK political landscape.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

Why Populists Are Winning and How to Beat Them by Liam Byrne review a surprisingly original prescription

Liam Byrne's book attempts to address rightwing populism by advocating centrist deference to populist voters, but this approach lacks persuasiveness given populist voters are often motivated by factual myths rather than legitimate grievances.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

I have never seen anything like it': MP warns of rise in extreme views on race and identity

It went viral on the internet, but I have also never seen anything like the abuse. There was one comment that stuck out for me that just said: Thanks for the transplant, now go home.' For the MP, who, as parliamentary undersecretary of state for health innovation and safety, is one of two Muslims in government, such comments reflect the Islamophobic abuse that he says has got worse in recent decades.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Perilous' financial position of NHS trusts laid bare as 780m deficit revealed

NHS trusts collectively ran a deficit exceeding 780 million pounds in 2024/25, forcing health leaders to make difficult choices impacting patient care and potentially resulting in job cuts.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

UK aid often lacks clear priorities and often isn't value for money, watchdog warns

Britain's aid watchdog criticizes the government for managing the UK's international development budget without clear strategy, prioritizing spending targets over development goals and redirecting poverty-fighting funds to domestic refugee support.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
21 hours ago

Rachel Reeves accepts valid' criticism against major Budget tax hike

Chancellor Rachel Reeves acknowledges valid criticisms of increased employer national insurance contributions while defending the policy as necessary for funding public services and NHS improvements.
#criminal-justice-reform
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Labour MP tells parliament she waited 1,088 days for her rape case to reach court

A Labour MP disclosed her rape and 1,088-day wait for trial while opposing government plans to restrict jury trials in criminal cases.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Labour MP tells parliament she waited 1,088 days for her rape case to reach court

A Labour MP disclosed her rape and 1,088-day wait for trial while opposing government plans to restrict jury trials in criminal cases.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

MP reveals rape ordeal during court reform debate

Labour MP Charlotte Nichols publicly disclosed her rape and criticized the Courts and Tribunals Bill for limiting jury trials, arguing victim experiences are being weaponized to justify legal reforms that may harm justice outcomes.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

MP tells Commons she waited 1,088 days for her rape case to reach court

MP Charlotte Nichols revealed she was raped and waited 1,088 days for trial, opposing proposed jury trial limitations and advocating for specialist rape courts instead.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
12 hours ago

Peers vote to scrap non-crime hate incidents

UK peers voted to abolish non-crime hate incidents, acts motivated by hostility based on protected characteristics that don't constitute criminal offences.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
12 hours ago

Starmer will not tolerate' energy companies exploiting Middle East crisis for profit

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer pledges the government will not tolerate heating oil suppliers exploiting the Middle East crisis for profit, demanding fair and transparent pricing.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer warned cabinet against overly deferential' relations with devolved governments

Keir Starmer instructed cabinet ministers to avoid excessive deference to devolved governments and be prepared to make spending decisions independently, sparking controversy over Westminster's approach to devolution.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

MPs demand urgent action on London grooming gangs

MPs demand London be included in the government's grooming gangs inquiry following BBC investigation exposing exploitation of vulnerable girls by criminal gangs in the capital.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

UK companies struggling to hire young people amid cost pressures, MPs told

Rising labour costs and national insurance increases force British employers to reduce hiring, disproportionately affecting young people seeking entry-level positions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

The Guardian view on Kemi Badenoch and the Iran war: confusion reveals a lack of serious thinking | Editorial

Democratic governance in Iran would benefit Iranians and Britain, but the current US-Israeli military campaign lacks credible strategy and serves neither interest.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Iran oil crisis has proved Ed Miliband right on green energy. But households still need more help | Mathew Lawrence

Britain's electricity market structure causes gas prices to set bills for 85% of the time despite gas producing only a quarter of electricity, requiring deeper market reform beyond renewable expansion to protect households from global commodity price volatility.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Starmer attacks Badenoch and Farage over Iran war support U-turns at raucous PMQs

Keir Starmer accused Kemi Badenoch of making a major U-turn on Iran war support, claiming she previously backed joining US strikes but later denied this position.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

Starmer overruled warning of reputational risk' over Mandelson appointment, files show

Keir Starmer overruled security officials' warnings about reputational risks and Epstein connections when appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, despite receiving documented evidence of their concerns.
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20 hours ago

Why the CMA must act now on cloud before the UK loses its digital future | Computer Weekly

After an extensive two-and-a-half-year investigation, the CMA published its findings in July 2025. The report was explicit: Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft together account for roughly 80% of the UK's cloud services market, a duopoly so deeply entrenched that the watchdog recommended both companies be designated with strategic market status.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Government pushes ahead with revamped Digital ID

The UK government is advancing digital ID plans to streamline public services access via smartphones, shifting focus from mandatory employment verification to consumer convenience benefits.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK digital ID scheme to have limited use before next general election, minister says

Britain's £1.8bn digital ID scheme will initially offer limited functionality including vehicle tax payments and right-to-work checks by the next election, with broader services like benefits and pensions planned for the following parliament.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Government pushes ahead with revamped Digital ID

The UK government is advancing digital ID plans to streamline public services access via smartphones, shifting focus from mandatory employment verification to consumer convenience benefits.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

UK digital ID scheme to have limited use before next general election, minister says

Britain's £1.8bn digital ID scheme will initially offer limited functionality including vehicle tax payments and right-to-work checks by the next election, with broader services like benefits and pensions planned for the following parliament.
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20 hours ago

Unite cuts more than 500,000 from Labour amid bin strike - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Unite members are coming to the end of the line as far Labour is concerned. Workers are scratching their heads asking whose side are Labour on, who do they really represent, because it certainly isn't workers. Workers and communities are paying the price. Labour needs to wake up and smell the coffee. The cut in affiliation fee shows the anger of Unite members.
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fromwww.bbc.com
18 hours ago

Polanski stood by breast enlargment hypnosis claim

Green Party leader Zack Polanski's claim of immediately apologizing for promoting hypnosis for breast enlargement is contradicted by evidence showing he defended the theory days later on BBC Radio Humberside.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
23 hours ago

FairFuelUK finds many recent pump price increases are dishonest - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK fuel prices increased 8.7p per litre for petrol and 12.6p per litre for diesel since March 3rd despite crude oil falling from $103 to $89 per barrel, suggesting widespread profiteering by major oil companies.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

Starmer's relationship with Trump shattered for being 'ungrateful' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Steve Witkoff criticizes the UK for lacking gratitude toward US support, citing insufficient reciprocity in defense and trade cooperation amid tensions over Iran military operations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Zack Polanski repeated claim hypnosis can increase breast size, BBC interview reveals

Green Party leader Zack Polanski's claim of immediate apology for offering hypnotherapy to increase breast size is contradicted by BBC records showing no apology in a subsequent interview discussing the technique's success.
fromBusiness Matters
20 hours ago

Churchill to be replaced by wildlife on future Bank of England banknotes

The key driver for introducing a new banknote series is always to increase counterfeit resilience. But it also provides an opportunity to celebrate different aspects of the UK. Nature is a great choice from a banknote authentication perspective and means we can showcase the UK's rich and varied wildlife.
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fromIrish Independent
19 hours ago

?Businessman Denis O'Brien says he will face no charges from Moriarty Tribunal findings

I am pleased to put this chapter behind me. This welcome decision of the DPP supports my position throughout that the evidence to support such claims of criminal wrongdoing never existed.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Inconceivable' Gerry Adams was not involved in IRA bombings, claims former British army commander

A former British army commander testified that Gerry Adams's involvement in IRA bombing authorizations was inconceivable based on 20 years of intelligence evidence, though he acknowledged lacking direct proof.
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Mandelson was offered highly classified briefing before he finished vetting process

We'll brief you further in person from 6 January onwards, including at higher tiers. An email does not formally confirm Mandelson's developed vetting clearance until 30 January 2025, his formal offer of employment. Mandelson was asked then to apply for an even higher level of vetting Strap clearance which was not initiated until 4 February.
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fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM

We will keep the situation under review in light of what's happening in Iran. Fuel duty is frozen until September. The best approach involves working with others to de-escalate the situation in the region, rather than making immediate policy decisions based on current volatility.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Nick Clegg hits out at deeply unfair' university tuition fees system

Nick Clegg acknowledges the university tuition system is unfair for students and suggests oversight of student loan terms, while accepting responsibility for fee increases during his government.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
21 hours ago

Reeves admits 'valid argument' against NI hike as youth joblessness nears one million - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Chancellor Rachel Reeves acknowledges valid criticism that increased employer National Insurance contributions may discourage hiring, particularly affecting youth unemployment, but maintains the tax rise is necessary to fund public services including the NHS.
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Whitehall still won't say what digital ID scheme will cost

At this stage of development, it is not possible to definitively estimate the cost to government from developing and running the digital ID system, adding that yet-to-be-taken policy decisions will materially impact the costs involved.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
23 hours ago

Jess Phillips reveals she is victim of courts backlog with case delayed until 2028

Jess Phillips, a safeguarding minister and crime victim, supports court reforms including jury trial restrictions to address an 80,000-case crown court backlog that delays justice for years.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
19 hours ago

Judge the mood of the country': Readers urge King Charles to cancel US state visit

Many said travelling to the US at this moment would hand Donald Trump an unwelcome diplomatic win and risk appearing to legitimise policies and rhetoric they strongly oppose. Some argued the King's presence could be interpreted as an endorsement of the current administration, particularly given criticism of its approach to foreign policy, immigration and international alliances.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Bereaved parents accuse Starmer of lacking courage over social media ban for children

Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism from bereaved parents for not voting on a social media ban for under-16s, with 22 parents of teenagers who died by suicide urging decisive government action.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

David Lammy's controversial court reforms supported by MPs after Commons vote

David Lammy's Courts and Tribunals Bill passed its first parliamentary stage despite Labour backbench criticism that victim experiences are being exploited to advance judicial reforms limiting jury trials.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Generational smoking ban for UK edges closer to reality

Parliament approved the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to create a smoke-free generation by preventing anyone born after January 1, 2009 from legally purchasing tobacco or vaping products.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Significant improvement' needed for UK firms to meet diversity targets

Ethnic minority representation in UK's largest companies increased to record levels, though significant progress remains needed to meet diversity targets.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Travel chaos looms as London Underground drivers set to walk out

London Underground drivers will strike on multiple dates in March, April, and May over disputes regarding compressed four-day working weeks and working hour arrangements.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Parliament committee reveals grave concerns' over Navy's Iran crisis response

Parliament's Defence Committee expressed concerns about the Royal Navy's ability to respond to the Iran crisis, with HMS Dragon's deployment criticized as an inadequate show of force.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Starmer said ministers can go against wishes of Wales and Scotland in leaked memo

Prime Minister Starmer instructed UK ministers to bypass devolved governments' wishes when spending money in Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, using the UK Internal Market Act to fund local services directly.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Aid cuts reducing public support for overseas help, study finds

News coverage of government aid cuts reduces public support for international development assistance across Western nations.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Jess Phillips backs jury bill as she reveals she is victim of courts backlog'

A man accused of breaching a restraining order against Jess Phillips faces a trial delay until 2028, prompting the Labour minister to advocate for court reforms including limiting jury trials to address the 80,000-case crown court backlog.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan

Over 3,200 lawyers and judges oppose government plans to abolish jury trials in certain cases, arguing there is no evidence this will reduce record court backlogs of nearly 80,000 cases.
#uk-foreign-policy
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Nigel Farage accused of U-turn as he says UK should keep out of Iran war

Nigel Farage reversed his position on UK involvement in a potential Iran conflict, shifting from supporting regime change to opposing military participation, creating divisions within Reform UK leadership.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Badenoch denies calling for UK to join US-Israeli war on Iran

Kemi Badenoch clarified she supports US and Israel actions against Iran but denies calling for UK military involvement, advocating instead for defensive measures against threats to British bases.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Nigel Farage accused of U-turn as he says UK should keep out of Iran war

Nigel Farage reversed his position on UK involvement in a potential Iran conflict, shifting from supporting regime change to opposing military participation, creating divisions within Reform UK leadership.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Badenoch denies calling for UK to join US-Israeli war on Iran

Kemi Badenoch clarified she supports US and Israel actions against Iran but denies calling for UK military involvement, advocating instead for defensive measures against threats to British bases.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Youngest council leader faces no confidence vote

The UK's youngest council leader faces a no confidence vote after Green Party accusations of bringing the authority into disrepute through disputes with police and conflicts over Pride flags.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Calls grow for Reeves to ditch fuel tax hike over Iran

Opposition parties demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves reverse a planned fuel duty increase scheduled for September, citing Middle East conflict concerns and rising energy prices.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Reeves to look at how to help households with heating oil bills

Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to address heating oil affordability challenges for UK households as global oil prices surge to four-year highs amid geopolitical tensions.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Maternity inquiry chair named in government U-turn

Health Secretary Wes Streeting reversed his decision and appointed Donna Ockenden to lead an independent inquiry into maternity failures at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust following sustained pressure from bereaved families and MPs.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

MSPs prepare for final amendments to assisted dying bill

Scottish Parliament debates approximately 300 amendments to an assisted dying Bill over three days, with a final vote expected next week.
#house-of-lords-reform
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Hereditary peers to be removed from Lords as bill passes

The House of Lords will eliminate the remaining 92 hereditary peers through new legislation, completing a reform begun in 1999 by offering life peerages to some affected Conservative and crossbench members.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Hereditary peers to lose their seats in the House of Lords

Hereditary peerages will be abolished, with hereditary peers losing their seats after the current parliamentary session ends, though some will receive life peerages as part of a deal that secured Conservative support.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Hereditary peers to be removed from Lords as bill passes

The House of Lords will eliminate the remaining 92 hereditary peers through new legislation, completing a reform begun in 1999 by offering life peerages to some affected Conservative and crossbench members.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Hereditary peers to lose their seats in the House of Lords

Hereditary peerages will be abolished, with hereditary peers losing their seats after the current parliamentary session ends, though some will receive life peerages as part of a deal that secured Conservative support.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Reciting Hamlet helped stroke recovery, says ex-MP

A former Labour MP recovered from a stroke by reciting Shakespeare and received a CBE for political service and charity work supporting children of alcoholics.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Home Office refuses to exempt exceptional students from tough immigration rules

The Home Office rejected the Foreign Secretary's appeal to exempt Chevening scholars from student visa suspensions for Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, citing concerns about study route abuse and asylum claims.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Legal costs in asylum seeker hotel case hit 566k

Epping council spent £566,000 in legal fees fighting asylum seeker housing at The Bell Hotel, with costs awarded against it to the Home Secretary and hotel owner.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Eni Aluko wins Joey Barton libel case over X posts

Between January and August 2024, Barton published 48 posts relating to Aluko on his X account, adding that he had 'carried out a deliberately targeted public campaign of vilification'. He said one post included an image of Aluko's head superimposed onto serial killer Rosemary West's body. 'The campaign amounted to an attack on multiple aspects of her life and personality.'
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fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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Michael Lowry says he is vindicated as DPP decides not to prosecute him, describing Moriarty Tribunal's findings as 'flawed'

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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Michael Lowry says he is vindicated and describes Moriarty Tribunal's findings as 'flawed' as DPP decides not to prosecute him

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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Michael Lowry says he is vindicated as DPP decides not to prosecute him, describing Moriarty Tribunal's findings as 'flawed'

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
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Michael Lowry says he is vindicated and describes Moriarty Tribunal's findings as 'flawed' as DPP decides not to prosecute him

fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Former Falkirk chairman admits possessing obscene videos

Forensic examination of a hard drive connected to a laptop revealed 15 images and 15 videos of extreme pornography with creation dates between February and May 2022. Officers also found 18 still images and six videos featuring child sexual exploitation, some of them of the most serious kind and featuring both boys and girls aged between four and 10.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The blistering speech that tells me Britain's social care deadlock can finally be broken | Polly Toynbee

With her trademark brutal honesty, she laid bare the chaos in ramshackle care services on the verge of collapse, as near-bankrupted councils fail to cope with the seismic challenge of soaring dementia cases. With all the wars and crises around the world, it was practically overlooked. It shouldn't be.
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