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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Farage's claim Reform's migrant policy will save billions not remotely credible'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and critiques Reform UK's refugee deportation proposal as financially unfeasible.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 hours ago

Why The Independent's evidence from last September is a problem for Starmer

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Starmer grilled over Independent front page on Mandelson amid fight for survival

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, ensuring access to quality reporting for all Americans.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Full timeline of how Mandelson appointment scandal unfolded

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
11 hours ago

Former parliamentary staff member arrested under anti-hacking laws

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

Farage's claim Reform's migrant policy will save billions not remotely credible'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and critiques Reform UK's refugee deportation proposal as financially unfeasible.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 hours ago

Why The Independent's evidence from last September is a problem for Starmer

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Starmer grilled over Independent front page on Mandelson amid fight for survival

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, ensuring access to quality reporting for all Americans.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Full timeline of how Mandelson appointment scandal unfolded

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

Former parliamentary staff member arrested under anti-hacking laws

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

I knew that Mandelson failed security vetting. So why didn't Keir Starmer?

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

Residents on street that won Reform's energy bills prize say Reform hasn't paid

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, relying on donations to support unbiased reporting without paywalls.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
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Tice happy to put things right' after he failed to pay 100k in corporation tax'

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

No way Lammy wasn't told Mandelson failed vetting, says former foreign secretary

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

I knew that Mandelson failed security vetting. So why didn't Keir Starmer?

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

Residents on street that won Reform's energy bills prize say Reform hasn't paid

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, relying on donations to support unbiased reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Tice happy to put things right' after he failed to pay 100k in corporation tax'

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

No way Lammy wasn't told Mandelson failed vetting, says former foreign secretary

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

Labour's youth unemployment tsar hits out at exam-obsessed' British schools

The education system is criticized for focusing too much on exams and not enough on preparing students for work and life.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
7 hours ago

Mobile phone ban in schools set to become statutory in major government ruling

Mobile phone bans in schools are becoming statutory under the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill to enhance child safeguarding measures.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Starmer could have been told about Mandelson's vetting failure, claims No 10 with release of briefing paper UK politics live

Douglas Alexander criticizes the appointment of Mandelson as US ambassador, asserting that Keir Starmer should have been informed about security vetting issues.
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fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain

The controversy centers on the failure to communicate politically sensitive information regarding Lord Mandelson's appointment to the prime minister.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess

The political fallout from Peter Mandelson's appointment continues, highlighting failures in security checks and public trust in leadership.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain

The controversy centers on the failure to communicate politically sensitive information regarding Lord Mandelson's appointment to the prime minister.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Why Starmer still can't move on from the Mandelson mess

The political fallout from Peter Mandelson's appointment continues, highlighting failures in security checks and public trust in leadership.
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fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Reform pledges to review all asylum claims since 2021 if it wins power

Reform UK plans to review asylum claims and deport around 400,000 people if elected.
#keir-starmer
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

Starmer-Mandelson latest: Prime minister faces judgement day after calls to resign

Sir Keir Starmer faces significant political pressure amid scandals and leadership challenges as he prepares to address MPs regarding the Peter Mandelson situation.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

UK PM Starmer admits Mandelson mistake, rejects resignation calls

Keir Starmer admitted appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador was a mistake, citing lack of knowledge about security concerns over Epstein links.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
16 hours ago

Starmer-Mandelson latest: Prime minister faces judgement day after calls to resign

Sir Keir Starmer faces significant political pressure amid scandals and leadership challenges as he prepares to address MPs regarding the Peter Mandelson situation.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Starmer the Incurious asks no questions and sees no Mandy-shaped red flags

Keir Starmer's leadership is questioned, but Labour MPs prefer stability over a leadership change during current crises.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

How safe is Starmer's premiership after his Mandelson vetting statement to MPs?

Keir Starmer faces criticism for not admitting his role in appointing Peter Mandelson despite prosecuting others for misleading Parliament.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

UK PM Starmer admits Mandelson mistake, rejects resignation calls

Keir Starmer admitted appointing Peter Mandelson as ambassador was a mistake, citing lack of knowledge about security concerns over Epstein links.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago
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Greens have welcomed' people expelled by Labour for antisemitism, Steve Reed claims

The Greens have welcomed former Labour members with antisemitic views, raising concerns about their candidates ahead of the upcoming elections.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
12 hours ago

Greens have welcomed' people expelled by Labour for antisemitism, Steve Reed claims

The Greens have welcomed former Labour members with antisemitic views, raising concerns about their candidates ahead of the upcoming elections.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

After being doorstepped by a Green canvasser, I know what voters must do to keep out Reform | Zoe Williams

Local elections show a shift in voter sentiment, with potential gains for Reform and challenges for Labour and Tories.
#lord-mandelson
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fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says

Sir Keir Starmer accused the Foreign Office of withholding information about Lord Mandelson's failed security vetting for the US ambassador role.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement

Sir Keir Starmer defends the appointment of Lord Mandelson as US ambassador despite security clearance issues and subsequent sacking over Epstein ties.
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fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Officials deliberately withheld Mandelson vetting result from me, Starmer says

Sir Keir Starmer accused the Foreign Office of withholding information about Lord Mandelson's failed security vetting for the US ambassador role.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Key points from Starmer's Mandelson statement

Sir Keir Starmer defends the appointment of Lord Mandelson as US ambassador despite security clearance issues and subsequent sacking over Epstein ties.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Starmer tells MPs Foreign Office has been stripped of power to overrule vetting

The Foreign Office lost the power to overrule vetting decisions after the Peter Mandelson scandal, prompting an investigation into security concerns.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Today, it fell to parliament to hold Keir Starmer to account for the Mandelson scandal. It largely failed | Toby Helm

Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington raised concerns due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein and failure of Foreign Office vetting.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

Cabinet secretary apparently advised Starmer to wait for vetting before appointing Mandelson

Simon Case advised Keir Starmer to complete security vetting for Peter Mandelson before his appointment as US ambassador, which was later overruled.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Naming Mandelson as ambassador before vetting was mistake, minister says

Announcing Peter Mandelson as ambassador before security vetting was a mistake, prompting a review of the appointment process.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Peter Mandelson: a timeline of his appointment as UK ambassador to US

Keir Starmer detailed Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador, highlighting the vetting process and the Foreign Office's overruling of security recommendations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ministers urged to share Mandelson vetting files with intelligence committee

Ministers face pressure to disclose Peter Mandelson's vetting documents to a parliamentary committee following a binding motion for transparency.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Starmer tells MPs Foreign Office has been stripped of power to overrule vetting

The Foreign Office lost the power to overrule vetting decisions after the Peter Mandelson scandal, prompting an investigation into security concerns.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Today, it fell to parliament to hold Keir Starmer to account for the Mandelson scandal. It largely failed | Toby Helm

Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington raised concerns due to his links with Jeffrey Epstein and failure of Foreign Office vetting.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

Cabinet secretary apparently advised Starmer to wait for vetting before appointing Mandelson

Simon Case advised Keir Starmer to complete security vetting for Peter Mandelson before his appointment as US ambassador, which was later overruled.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

Naming Mandelson as ambassador before vetting was mistake, minister says

Announcing Peter Mandelson as ambassador before security vetting was a mistake, prompting a review of the appointment process.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Peter Mandelson: a timeline of his appointment as UK ambassador to US

Keir Starmer detailed Peter Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador, highlighting the vetting process and the Foreign Office's overruling of security recommendations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Ministers urged to share Mandelson vetting files with intelligence committee

Ministers face pressure to disclose Peter Mandelson's vetting documents to a parliamentary committee following a binding motion for transparency.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Anti-Islam campaigner blocked from entering UK to speak at Tommy Robinson rally

The UK government barred anti-Islam influencer Valentina Gomez from entry due to concerns over promoting hatred and extremism.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

The Guardian view on social care shortages: housing charities could help England's hidden children' | Editorial

Attention to vulnerable children is crucial as failures in social care reflect poorly on society and can cause long-term harm.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Mobile phones to be banned in schools in England under new plans

A statutory ban on mobile phones in schools in England will be introduced to support child safeguarding legislation.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Starmer accuses Robbins of obstructing truth about Mandelson vetting

Keir Starmer criticized Olly Robbins for obstructing information regarding the Mandelson vetting scandal, emphasizing the Foreign Office's failure to inform Downing Street.
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fromTheregister
16 hours ago

UK weighs break clause in Palantir NHS deal

The UK government may end Palantir's NHS contract due to concerns over patient safety and lack of deliverables.
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fromComputerWeekly.com
17 hours ago

Don't debate digital ID, trial it - the Isle of Wight could settle the argument | Computer Weekly

Digital identity can modernize public services, but requires real-world testing to avoid past failures and ensure effectiveness.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Get a grip on scandal' of illegal child social care in England, ministers are told

The number of children in unregulated care settings in England has surged by over 370% in five years, raising serious concerns about their safety.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

Reform's Richard Tice posts picture with telltale signs of AI manipulation, say experts

A photo posted by Richard Tice of Reform supporters was criticized for appearing manipulated by AI, raising questions about its authenticity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Ed Miliband to double down on net zero with measures to combat Iran energy shock

The era of fossil fuel security is over, and the era of clean energy security must come of age. This is the clear lesson as we face the second global energy shock in less than five years.
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fromIrish Independent
20 hours ago

The Indo Daily: Could Nigel Farage lead the charge for a united Ireland?

Nigel Farage is now involved in cryptocurrency as a shareholder in the bitcoin firm Stack amid rising support for his Reform UK party.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

The UK's radical Preston model' faces an uncertain future with local elections looming | Andy Beckett

Labour councils face uncertain futures as local elections approach amid low national support and fears of a significant loss in power.
fromwww.mediaite.com
14 hours ago

British Lawmaker Caught Using AI-Generated Image of Fake, Deformed Supporters

Many of the supposed supporters in the image had deformed and warped faces, including several whose eyes appeared to be missing. Instead of hands, the supporters were pictured with bizarre, deformed sausage fingers, holding Reform UK signs with nonsensical text.
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fromwww.bbc.com
20 hours ago

What the 'biggest changes to renting in history' mean for London

The Renters' Rights Act has been described as the 'biggest change to renting in history', with significant reforms such as banning 'no-fault' evictions and ending fixed-term tenancy contracts.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
12 hours ago

Reeves mulls wartime-style bonds to plug 17bn defence funding gap - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The idea has reportedly gained support from Defence Secretary John Healey and has been discussed in private ministerial meetings in recent weeks, as ministers search for ways to bridge a widening fiscal gap without breaking Labour's tax and borrowing pledges.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
12 hours ago

MoD has lost track of 95,000-strong war reserve as defence readiness fears mount - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Lord Robertson stated, 'We need to sort of round up those who are available, fit, and willing to be able to do it.' This emphasizes the urgency of engaging former service personnel in the strategic reserve.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

What is DV'? Key acronyms and terms in the Mandelson vetting row explained

Mandelson's application for developed vetting clearance was denied due to the intrusive nature of the vetting process.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

UK shifts older wind and solar farms to fixed-price deals to reduce price shocks

The UK government plans to shift older wind and solar farms to fixed-price contracts to stabilize electricity costs amid gas market volatility.
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fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Phones to be banned in schools by law in England, government says

The government will introduce a legal ban on smartphones in schools in England to enhance student behavior and academic performance.
UK politics
fromIndependent
21 hours ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Mary Lou McDonald's courting of Official Ireland ends with fuel protests

Sinn Féin's strategy of respectability failed, leading them to return to a protest-oriented approach after losing the 2014 Dublin South-West by-election.
fromIndependent
21 hours ago

The government adviser, a child victim and the mystery TD condemned by the Taoiseach for giving a court reference

The Taoiseach stated that it is not acceptable for public representatives to give character references in criminal cases of a sexual nature, highlighting the need to prioritize the victim's experience.
UK politics
fromIndependent
21 hours ago

'Not acceptable' - Taoiseach says mystery TD wrong to support sex offender in court

Taoiseach Micheál Martin emphasized that public representatives must not give character references in cases involving sexual crimes, highlighting the need to prioritize victims over offenders.
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#micheal-martin
fromIndependent
21 hours ago
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'Not acceptable' - Taoiseach decries decision by mystery TD to give character reference to ex-government adviser convicted of child exploitation

fromIndependent
21 hours ago
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'Not acceptable' - Taoiseach decries decision by mystery TD to give character reference to ex-government adviser convicted of child exploitation

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fromwww.bbc.com
7 hours ago

Home Office blocks anti-Islam influencer from entering UK

An anti-Islam influencer, Valentina Gomez, has been blocked from entering the UK by the Home Office due to concerns over public good.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Things could go backwards': Kezia Dugdale on safety, LGBTQ+ rights and the future of Stonewall

Kezia Dugdale expresses fear for LGBTQ+ rights in the UK amid rising rightwing populism and acknowledges Stonewall's recent challenges.
#reform-uk
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How Reform is exposing the reality of Scotland's views on immigration and identity

Reform UK is gaining support in Scotland, filling the gap left by the Scottish Conservatives, especially in traditional Tory/SNP battlegrounds.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts

Reform UK's candidate vetting process is inadequate, as evidenced by offensive social media posts from candidates in local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

How Reform is exposing the reality of Scotland's views on immigration and identity

Reform UK is gaining support in Scotland, filling the gap left by the Scottish Conservatives, especially in traditional Tory/SNP battlegrounds.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Two more Reform local election candidates accused of offensive posts

Reform UK's candidate vetting process is inadequate, as evidenced by offensive social media posts from candidates in local elections.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Starmer will not be swayed by Trump's small and petty' insults, says Lammy

Trump's insults towards Starmer aim to pressure the UK on Iran, while Lammy emphasizes the need for a stable US-UK relationship.
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'These things confuse me' - Internal emails reveal outgoing MetroLink chief's frustrations with red tape

Seán Sweeney resigned as MetroLink programme director due to personal reasons and frustration with project bureaucracy.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Mandelson scandal is biggest crisis for diplomatic service in decades, says ex-Foreign Office chief

The Peter Mandelson security vetting scandal represents a significant crisis for the diplomatic service, with implications for leadership accountability.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Green MP: Labour caricatures working-class people over greyhound racing

Labour's stance on greyhound racing is criticized for misrepresenting working-class views on animal welfare and gambling issues.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

I feel like I'm losing her': the families torn apart by older relatives going far right

Graham's mother underwent a political transformation during the Covid pandemic, becoming radicalized and supporting extreme right views online.
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