"The prime minister has said that a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas will be seen as a moment of profound relief. Foreign secretary Yvette Cooper has echoed Keir Starmer's sentiment, saying the UK stands ready to play our part in implementing a peace plan, whe she said should be implemented as swiftly as possible. Starmer said he and India's prime minister Narendra Modi discussed the need for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine,"
"as well as breaking away from dependence on fossil fuels during the Labour leader's visit to the country. Environment minister Emma Hardy said she understands the public's anger, after five water firms were provisionally granted permission to raise their bills by between 1% and 5%. Cabinet ministers have been told they will not be able to use the Treasury reserve to fund public sector pay rises and cannot access it unless there are exceptional circumstances."
Prime minister said a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas would bring relief. Foreign secretary Yvette Cooper echoed Keir Starmer, saying the UK stands ready to help implement a peace plan and urged swift action. Starmer and India's prime minister Narendra Modi discussed a just, lasting peace in Ukraine and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. Environment minister Emma Hardy acknowledged public anger after five water firms were provisionally allowed to raise bills by 1% to 5%. Cabinet ministers were told they cannot use the Treasury reserve for public sector pay rises except in exceptional circumstances. Justice secretary David Lammy ruled out reintroducing employment tribunal charges after union backlash. Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey said a Gaza ceasefire must be the first step towards a two-state solution and returning hostages and aid to starving people.
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