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Keir Starmer's new delivery targets are intended to give an electric jolt to Whitehall | Andrew Rawnsley

Starmer aims to present a Plan for Change without calling it a relaunch to avoid misinterpretation amid challenges faced by his government.

Kemi Badenoch would 'reverse' Labour's 'cruel family farms tax' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Badenoch criticizes Labour's inheritance tax changes harming farmers, pledging to reverse them.

The Tories are deluded to think they'll be back in power in 2029. Here are three economic reasons why | Larry Elliott

Political sentiment shifts may favor Rishi Sunak's government despite recent challenges, indicating unpredictable electoral dynamics.

Watch Labour's Damien Egan win Kingswood by-election: Tories sucked hope out of UK'

Labour's Damien Egan wins Kingswood by-election, overturning Conservative majority of 11,000.
Egan promises to show that politics can be different and make a difference.

Keir Starmer's new delivery targets are intended to give an electric jolt to Whitehall | Andrew Rawnsley

Starmer aims to present a Plan for Change without calling it a relaunch to avoid misinterpretation amid challenges faced by his government.

Kemi Badenoch would 'reverse' Labour's 'cruel family farms tax' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Badenoch criticizes Labour's inheritance tax changes harming farmers, pledging to reverse them.

The Tories are deluded to think they'll be back in power in 2029. Here are three economic reasons why | Larry Elliott

Political sentiment shifts may favor Rishi Sunak's government despite recent challenges, indicating unpredictable electoral dynamics.

Watch Labour's Damien Egan win Kingswood by-election: Tories sucked hope out of UK'

Labour's Damien Egan wins Kingswood by-election, overturning Conservative majority of 11,000.
Egan promises to show that politics can be different and make a difference.
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Kevin Cunningham: FF-FG coalition is now so tightly knit it can only be broken up at huge risk to both parties

Sinn Féin experiences disappointing electoral results as Green supporters consider other parties, indicating potential shifts in political allegiance.
Voter preferences remain remarkably stable since 2020, suggesting consistent demographic patterns despite volatility.
#budget

Chancellor's Budget 'could cripple small businesses' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The National Enterprise Network warns that increased taxes and costs could threaten small businesses' survival, which are vital for local communities and the economy.

OBR to publish breakdown of claimed 22bn black hole' on budget day

The OBR's review aims to clarify claims of a £22bn funding shortfall inherited by Labour.

Laura Kuenssberg: When will politicians make their minds up on key plans?

Conservatives considering tax cuts have changed their tune and are now hesitant due to tight finances.
Labour is reconsidering their pledge to invest in green projects after dismissing it as nonsense.

Chancellor's Budget 'could cripple small businesses' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The National Enterprise Network warns that increased taxes and costs could threaten small businesses' survival, which are vital for local communities and the economy.

OBR to publish breakdown of claimed 22bn black hole' on budget day

The OBR's review aims to clarify claims of a £22bn funding shortfall inherited by Labour.

Laura Kuenssberg: When will politicians make their minds up on key plans?

Conservatives considering tax cuts have changed their tune and are now hesitant due to tight finances.
Labour is reconsidering their pledge to invest in green projects after dismissing it as nonsense.
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How Labour could push through stealth' income tax rise at the Budget

Labour's budget may involve a controversial extension of a tax measure that critics call a 'stealth tax' affecting working people.

Labour is not inevitable': Plaid Cymru leader says he senses an opportunity

Plaid Cymru aims to capitalize on Labour's struggles to gain votes in traditional strongholds such as the South Wales valleys.

New UK laws to stop repeat of P&O mass sackings scandal go before parliament

New laws aim to prevent mass sackings in the maritime industry by imposing strict penalties on companies that violate fair employment practices.

Reeves pushes for OBR to upgrade growth forecasts amid planning reforms

Labour is advocating for planning reforms to boost economic growth and influence government budget strategies.
#liberal-democrats

Working together, Labour and the Lib Dems could exile the Tories for a generation | Martin Kettle

Liberal Democrats and Labour may share common ground now, but historical patterns suggest skepticism about lasting cooperation.

Inflation rises unexpectedly in December in first jump in 10 months

Inflation rose to 4% in December, higher than expected
Labour and Liberal Democrats criticize government's handling of the economy

We'll cut through Labour gloom, says Lib Dem leader

Sir Ed Davey asserts the Liberal Democrats will provide a constructive alternative to Labour's pessimism, focusing on proactive solutions for the NHS.

Working together, Labour and the Lib Dems could exile the Tories for a generation | Martin Kettle

Liberal Democrats and Labour may share common ground now, but historical patterns suggest skepticism about lasting cooperation.

Inflation rises unexpectedly in December in first jump in 10 months

Inflation rose to 4% in December, higher than expected
Labour and Liberal Democrats criticize government's handling of the economy

We'll cut through Labour gloom, says Lib Dem leader

Sir Ed Davey asserts the Liberal Democrats will provide a constructive alternative to Labour's pessimism, focusing on proactive solutions for the NHS.
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New home planning approvals in England fall to lowest level in a decade

Planning approvals for new houses in England are at a 10-year low, complicating Labour's goal of building 300,000 homes annually.

Labour special advisers join union over concerns about pay

Labour's spads have unionized over pay concerns, highlighting dissatisfaction with current wages compared to their Tory counterparts.

UK's biggest union boss issues no austerity mark II' warning to Starmer

Unite leader Sharon Graham warns Labour against austerity, advocating for investment and real change to address Britain's economic challenges.
from www.bbc.com
3 months ago

Laws on union strike threshold set to be scrapped

Labour plans to repeal the Trade Union Act, removing voting thresholds for strikes, emphasizing a new cooperative approach to industrial relations.
#conservatives

When will the UK general election be?

Rishi Sunak initiated the general election campaign, aiming to secure the future, potentially holding the election in October or November.

Latest Ipsos poll shows Tories at their lowest rating in 45 years

Conservatives' support at record low in Ipsos poll.

When are UK's February by-elections and who is standing?

There are three upcoming by-elections in the UK, testing Rishi Sunak's leadership.
The Tories could face a significant defeat if they lose any of the contested seats.

Tories hit by big council losses in last pre-general election test

Conservatives faced significant losses in local elections prior to the general election.

No-fault evictions bill now unlikely to pass

The Conservatives' promise to abolish no-fault evictions through the Renters (Reform) Bill will not be fulfilled before the election.

Rishi Sunak says he has spring in my step' after Labour's 28m net-zero climbdown

Labour has cut its green investments by half, leading to criticism from the Conservatives.
Rishi Sunak claims that this u-turn has left Labour's green prosperity plan in tatters.

When will the UK general election be?

Rishi Sunak initiated the general election campaign, aiming to secure the future, potentially holding the election in October or November.

Latest Ipsos poll shows Tories at their lowest rating in 45 years

Conservatives' support at record low in Ipsos poll.

When are UK's February by-elections and who is standing?

There are three upcoming by-elections in the UK, testing Rishi Sunak's leadership.
The Tories could face a significant defeat if they lose any of the contested seats.

Tories hit by big council losses in last pre-general election test

Conservatives faced significant losses in local elections prior to the general election.

No-fault evictions bill now unlikely to pass

The Conservatives' promise to abolish no-fault evictions through the Renters (Reform) Bill will not be fulfilled before the election.

Rishi Sunak says he has spring in my step' after Labour's 28m net-zero climbdown

Labour has cut its green investments by half, leading to criticism from the Conservatives.
Rishi Sunak claims that this u-turn has left Labour's green prosperity plan in tatters.
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#general-election

Labour mulls plan to boost local buyouts of community sites in England

Vacant pubs, shops, and community centres in England may be offered to local groups first under Labour’s plans.
The proposals would give local groups the right to buy community assets with financial backing from the state and a 12-month exclusive period to make an offer.

John Swinney suggests Labour would do a deal with the SNP in a hung parliament

SNP leader predicts Labour/SNP deal after next general election.

No general election in May, Tory minister confirms

Ruling out a May general election, Tory minister signals an autumn election.
Labour and Tories disagree on timing of early elections, with contrasting views on the possible election month.

Labour cuts 28bn green investment pledge by half

Labour has cut its green investment plans by half in a move to bolster their chances at the general election.
The scale of the green prosperity plan has been reduced from 28bn a year to under 15bn, with only a third being new money.

Starmer needs even bigger swing than Blair to win Labour majority

Labour will face a difficult task in winning a majority at the 2024 general election due to boundary changes.
Keir Starmer will need to achieve a larger swing than Tony Blair did in his landslide victory to become prime minister.

Young climate activists aim to sway six Labour candidate selections

Young climate activists are discreetly trying to influence Labour's candidate selection process in six constituencies before the general election.
Green New Deal Rising (GNDR) aims to mobilize thousands of young activists to promote candidates in marginal seats.
GNDR has already trained 2,000 organizers and hopes to mobilize 10,000 core activists by the time of the election.

Labour mulls plan to boost local buyouts of community sites in England

Vacant pubs, shops, and community centres in England may be offered to local groups first under Labour’s plans.
The proposals would give local groups the right to buy community assets with financial backing from the state and a 12-month exclusive period to make an offer.

John Swinney suggests Labour would do a deal with the SNP in a hung parliament

SNP leader predicts Labour/SNP deal after next general election.

No general election in May, Tory minister confirms

Ruling out a May general election, Tory minister signals an autumn election.
Labour and Tories disagree on timing of early elections, with contrasting views on the possible election month.

Labour cuts 28bn green investment pledge by half

Labour has cut its green investment plans by half in a move to bolster their chances at the general election.
The scale of the green prosperity plan has been reduced from 28bn a year to under 15bn, with only a third being new money.

Starmer needs even bigger swing than Blair to win Labour majority

Labour will face a difficult task in winning a majority at the 2024 general election due to boundary changes.
Keir Starmer will need to achieve a larger swing than Tony Blair did in his landslide victory to become prime minister.

Young climate activists aim to sway six Labour candidate selections

Young climate activists are discreetly trying to influence Labour's candidate selection process in six constituencies before the general election.
Green New Deal Rising (GNDR) aims to mobilize thousands of young activists to promote candidates in marginal seats.
GNDR has already trained 2,000 organizers and hopes to mobilize 10,000 core activists by the time of the election.
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#mayoral-election

Liverpool region mayor tells government 'enough is enough'

The voters in Liverpool have made their voices heard in the mayoral election.

It would be seismic to win in Sunak's backyard': is Labour about to paint England red?

Support for Labour's David Skaith in York's mayoral election despite strong political opinions.

Liverpool region mayor tells government 'enough is enough'

The voters in Liverpool have made their voices heard in the mayoral election.

It would be seismic to win in Sunak's backyard': is Labour about to paint England red?

Support for Labour's David Skaith in York's mayoral election despite strong political opinions.
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Will Labour's gravy train get the UK back to Cool Britannia?

Creative industries in the UK are hoping for increased funding post-election, potentially by aligning with marketing giants.

Labour to use emergency powers to build new prisons to halt overcrowding crisis

Labour plans to use emergency powers to build new prisons to address overcrowding.
Shadow Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood criticizes the current state of jails as a 'national emergency' and emphasizes the urgency of building new prison places.
#rachel-reeves

Rachel Reeves declares we won't cut multi-million pound bankers bonuses'

Labour will not reverse the decision to lift the cap on bankers' bonuses, facing backlash from the left-wing.
Rachel Reeves, the shadow chancellor, wants to champion a thriving financial services industry in the UK.

The Guardian view on Labour's economic plans: a response too small for the challenge the UK faces | Editorial

The speech by Rachel Reeves emphasized the need for a radical agenda to address economic, political, and climate crises.
There are concerns that Labour's response falls short in adequately tackling the challenges presented by the crises.

Rachel Reeves declares we won't cut multi-million pound bankers bonuses'

Labour will not reverse the decision to lift the cap on bankers' bonuses, facing backlash from the left-wing.
Rachel Reeves, the shadow chancellor, wants to champion a thriving financial services industry in the UK.

The Guardian view on Labour's economic plans: a response too small for the challenge the UK faces | Editorial

The speech by Rachel Reeves emphasized the need for a radical agenda to address economic, political, and climate crises.
There are concerns that Labour's response falls short in adequately tackling the challenges presented by the crises.
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from www.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Labour considers nudification' ban and cross-party pledge on AI deepfakes

Labour considering banning nudification tools in AI deepfakes
Policy paper suggests legal regulations for developers and web hosting companies to prevent harmful deepfakes
#jeremy-hunt

Martin Lewis writes to Jeremy Hunt with four demands for spring Budget

Martin Lewis has written to the chancellor urging him to fix financial penalties that are affecting millions of people across the country.
The penalties include child benefits rules, ISA scheme punishments for first-time buyers, above inflation phone and broadcast price hikes, and real terms cuts to student living loans.

Chancellor denies Rishi Sunak made trans joke

Jeremy Hunt defends Rishi Sunak by saying transphobic remarks were taken out of context
Labour criticized for inconsistent stance on key issues

Hunt says plan to scrap employee national insurance could take more than a decade'

Unfunded proposal to scrap employee national insurance could take over a decade
Dependent on sharp economic growth without cuts to public services

Martin Lewis writes to Jeremy Hunt with four demands for spring Budget

Martin Lewis has written to the chancellor urging him to fix financial penalties that are affecting millions of people across the country.
The penalties include child benefits rules, ISA scheme punishments for first-time buyers, above inflation phone and broadcast price hikes, and real terms cuts to student living loans.

Chancellor denies Rishi Sunak made trans joke

Jeremy Hunt defends Rishi Sunak by saying transphobic remarks were taken out of context
Labour criticized for inconsistent stance on key issues

Hunt says plan to scrap employee national insurance could take more than a decade'

Unfunded proposal to scrap employee national insurance could take over a decade
Dependent on sharp economic growth without cuts to public services
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#transparency

Labour would force AI firms to share their technology's test data

Labour plans to replace voluntary testing agreements with AI firms with a statutory regime which would require companies to share test data with officials.
Labour calls for greater transparency from AI firms and wants them to be more open about their research and development activities.
The current voluntary testing agreement for AI models was struck by Rishi Sunak and includes leading AI firms like Google, OpenAI, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta.

Home Office dumps online all sacked borders chief inspector's reports

Routine checks of asylum decisions sacrificed for productivity
Delay in publishing reports raises concerns about transparency

Labour would force AI firms to share their technology's test data

Labour plans to replace voluntary testing agreements with AI firms with a statutory regime which would require companies to share test data with officials.
Labour calls for greater transparency from AI firms and wants them to be more open about their research and development activities.
The current voluntary testing agreement for AI models was struck by Rishi Sunak and includes leading AI firms like Google, OpenAI, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta.

Home Office dumps online all sacked borders chief inspector's reports

Routine checks of asylum decisions sacrificed for productivity
Delay in publishing reports raises concerns about transparency
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Ex-Post Office chair says he was told to delay compensation until after election

Labour demands answers after former Post Office chairman's revelation
Government denies accusations of stalling compensations for subpostmasters
#by-election

Moment Labour win Wellingborough by-election: People desperately want change'

Labour candidate Gen Kitchen wins Wellingborough by-election with second-largest swing from Tory to Labour since World War II.
Kitchen said the win shows people are fed up and want change.

Labour's self-sabotage leaves Rochdale byelection up for grabs

Labour's own candidate in the Rochdale by-election, Azhar Ali, has sabotaged what should have been a safe Labour seat and made a George Galloway victory more likely.
Labour has withdrawn its support for Ali and he will not be allowed to sit as a Labour MP even if he wins the election.

Labour wins Kingswood by-election

Labour wins Kingswood by-election with a swing of 16.4%
Damien Egan pledges to give the constituency its 'future back'

Moment Labour win Wellingborough by-election: People desperately want change'

Labour candidate Gen Kitchen wins Wellingborough by-election with second-largest swing from Tory to Labour since World War II.
Kitchen said the win shows people are fed up and want change.

Labour's self-sabotage leaves Rochdale byelection up for grabs

Labour's own candidate in the Rochdale by-election, Azhar Ali, has sabotaged what should have been a safe Labour seat and made a George Galloway victory more likely.
Labour has withdrawn its support for Ali and he will not be allowed to sit as a Labour MP even if he wins the election.

Labour wins Kingswood by-election

Labour wins Kingswood by-election with a swing of 16.4%
Damien Egan pledges to give the constituency its 'future back'
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#byelection

Shutters down at Rochdale Labour HQ as defunct leaflets arrive by post

Labour has withdrawn from the byelection in Rochdale after an antisemitism scandal involving their candidate.
Although Labour has withdrawn, their candidate, Azhar Ali, will still appear on the ballot and may even win as an independent MP.

Kingswood byelection: Labour overturns big Tory majority to win

Labour has won the byelection in the South Gloucestershire constituency of Kingswood, overturning an 11,000-plus Tory majority.
Labour's Damien Egan won with a majority of 2,501 votes and a swing in the share of the vote of 16.4 percentage points.

The ultimate protest against Labour': George Galloway's bid to win Rochdale

Ali Dar, assistant manager of Rochdale Chunky Chicken, is supporting George Galloway in the byelection due to Keir Starmer's refusal to back an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Galloway has been campaigning hard in the Milkstone and Deeplish ward, where a majority of residents are Muslim, and has a strong online presence.

Shutters down at Rochdale Labour HQ as defunct leaflets arrive by post

Labour has withdrawn from the byelection in Rochdale after an antisemitism scandal involving their candidate.
Although Labour has withdrawn, their candidate, Azhar Ali, will still appear on the ballot and may even win as an independent MP.

Kingswood byelection: Labour overturns big Tory majority to win

Labour has won the byelection in the South Gloucestershire constituency of Kingswood, overturning an 11,000-plus Tory majority.
Labour's Damien Egan won with a majority of 2,501 votes and a swing in the share of the vote of 16.4 percentage points.

The ultimate protest against Labour': George Galloway's bid to win Rochdale

Ali Dar, assistant manager of Rochdale Chunky Chicken, is supporting George Galloway in the byelection due to Keir Starmer's refusal to back an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Galloway has been campaigning hard in the Milkstone and Deeplish ward, where a majority of residents are Muslim, and has a strong online presence.
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Azhar Ali case demonstrates difficulty of selecting suitable politicians

The case of Azhar Ali highlights the difficulty of vetting political party candidates who may have controversial past comments.
Labour is facing pressure to overhaul its vetting process to avoid damaging its relations with the Jewish community.

Rochdale byelection controversy what happens next

Labour has withdrawn its support for Azhar Ali, its candidate for the Rochdale byelection, over controversial remarks he made about Israel and the 7 October attack.
Labour cannot replace Ali as the deadline for candidate withdrawal has already passed.

Azhar Ali: Labour defends standing by Rochdale by-election candidate

Labour defends candidate despite controversial remarks
Conservatives call for suspension of candidate

Labour's reduced home insulation plans simply not enough'

Labour's slashing of proposed spending on home insulation will leave millions of people on low incomes in cold, damp homes and could prevent the UK meeting its legally binding carbon targets.
The Federation of Master Builders criticized Labour's scaling back of low-carbon policies, stating that the new plans would barely scratch the surface of the need for insulation and would miss opportunities for energy savings and economic growth.

The Guardian view on Labour's green retreat: wrong, wrong, wrong | Editorial

Global warming has exceeded 1.5C above preindustrial levels for an entire year, showcasing the urgency of the climate crisis.
Labour's decision to retreat from its climate commitments, citing economic concerns, is met with disappointment and outrage.
#government

Starmer confirms end of Labour's 28bn green policy plan

Labour drops flagship spending commitment for climate change and green jobs
Labour leader blames government for inability to reach £28bn figure
Revised plan only slows down in warm homes commitment

Dorries pledges to hand back nearly 17,000 golden goodbye' given in error

Nadine Dorries pledges to pay back over £16,000 she was mistakenly given as an exit payout after being sacked as culture secretary.
Other politicians, including Peter Bone, Baroness Stedman-Scott, and Sir David Evennett, have also received incorrect severance pay due to age eligibility.
Labour has promised to reform ministerial severance pay rules if they win the next election.

Starmer confirms end of Labour's 28bn green policy plan

Labour drops flagship spending commitment for climate change and green jobs
Labour leader blames government for inability to reach £28bn figure
Revised plan only slows down in warm homes commitment

Dorries pledges to hand back nearly 17,000 golden goodbye' given in error

Nadine Dorries pledges to pay back over £16,000 she was mistakenly given as an exit payout after being sacked as culture secretary.
Other politicians, including Peter Bone, Baroness Stedman-Scott, and Sir David Evennett, have also received incorrect severance pay due to age eligibility.
Labour has promised to reform ministerial severance pay rules if they win the next election.
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#rishi-sunak

Sunak faces backlash after trans joke' in front of Brianna Ghey's mother - updates

Rishi Sunak made a transgender joke during PMQs while the mother of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey was in the gallery.
Number 10 declined to apologize for Sunak's language, calling it a legitimate criticism of Labour.

Penny Mordaunt takes aim at Sunak over trans row

Penny Mordaunt criticizes Rishi Sunak for making a trans joke while the mother of a murdered transgender teenager was visiting parliament.
Mordaunt calls on the prime minister to reflect on his remarks, threatening to overshadow Conservative efforts to support Sunak.

As Sunak gets busy sinking the Tory ship, Labour must continue to steer a steady course | Polly Toynbee

Labour is observing as Rishi Sunak falls into traps by prioritizing fiscal rectitude and traditional Tory negatives
Labour should focus on neutralizing their own negatives and letting the Tories make mistakes

Sunak faces backlash after trans joke' in front of Brianna Ghey's mother - updates

Rishi Sunak made a transgender joke during PMQs while the mother of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey was in the gallery.
Number 10 declined to apologize for Sunak's language, calling it a legitimate criticism of Labour.

Penny Mordaunt takes aim at Sunak over trans row

Penny Mordaunt criticizes Rishi Sunak for making a trans joke while the mother of a murdered transgender teenager was visiting parliament.
Mordaunt calls on the prime minister to reflect on his remarks, threatening to overshadow Conservative efforts to support Sunak.

As Sunak gets busy sinking the Tory ship, Labour must continue to steer a steady course | Polly Toynbee

Labour is observing as Rishi Sunak falls into traps by prioritizing fiscal rectitude and traditional Tory negatives
Labour should focus on neutralizing their own negatives and letting the Tories make mistakes
morerishi-sunak
#nhs

AI doctors and chatbot nurses? Labour must show the future of the NHS isn't so dystopian | Jeni Tennison

Labour hopes to use AI to rescue the NHS, but tech-utopian visions could reshape relationships with doctors and undermine NHS principles.
Both Labour and the Tory government see potential in AI to improve healthcare, but it is not a magic bullet for the NHS crisis.

Labour vows to tackle 'NHS waste' if it wins next election

Labour vows to tackle NHS waste if it wins the next election
Savings could be made by improving communication with patients and cutting management consultants
Labour insists performance can be improved through tackling ill health sooner, more locally-delivered services, and better use of new technologies.

AI doctors and chatbot nurses? Labour must show the future of the NHS isn't so dystopian | Jeni Tennison

Labour hopes to use AI to rescue the NHS, but tech-utopian visions could reshape relationships with doctors and undermine NHS principles.
Both Labour and the Tory government see potential in AI to improve healthcare, but it is not a magic bullet for the NHS crisis.

Labour vows to tackle 'NHS waste' if it wins next election

Labour vows to tackle NHS waste if it wins the next election
Savings could be made by improving communication with patients and cutting management consultants
Labour insists performance can be improved through tackling ill health sooner, more locally-delivered services, and better use of new technologies.
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Labour urges ministers to close glaring loopholes' in knife crime plans

Labour proposes criminal sanctions for online platforms selling illegal knives
Labour calls for tech executives to be held liable for illegal weapons sold on their platforms

Guide dogs: Government plans to stop businesses refusing access

The charity Disability Rights UK criticizes the DAP proposals for being light on action and big on talking.
Labour sets out its own plans to tackle inequality, including extending equal pay rights to ethnic minority workers and disabled people.

Free school meals cut obesity and help reading skills' in England, study finds

A new study found that providing free school meals for all primary school children in England reduces obesity and boosts reading skills.
Levels of obesity were reduced by 7% to 11% among reception children in the four London boroughs that have already adopted the policy.
Making free school meals universal increased their take-up by those who had already been entitled to them, possibly because it changed school culture and the stigma around having them.
from www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago

Labour's Peter Kyle set for AI talks with tech giants during Washington visit

Labour's shadow technology secretary, Peter Kyle, is visiting the US to meet with tech giants and discuss artificial intelligence developments.
Kyle plans to use the talks to explore the potential for AI to improve public services, such as speeding up cancer scans and creating personalized lesson plans for children.

Christina Rees readmitted to Labour after apology over bullying claims

Labour has readmitted MP Christina Rees after she apologized for bullying her staff.
Rees had already been barred from selection as the Labour candidate for the next election.
#corporation-tax

Labour government will cap corporation tax for five years, says Rachel Reeves

Labour will cap corporation tax at 25% during the next parliament.
The cap may be further reduced if the UK's competitiveness is at risk.

Keir Starmer swipes at Jeremy Corbyn during Labour business blitz

Keir Starmer criticized Jeremy Corbyn and praised business leaders at a conference.
Labour has announced policies to align with business, including capping corporation tax at 25% and not reinstating the cap on bankers' bonuses.

Labour government will cap corporation tax for five years, says Rachel Reeves

Labour will cap corporation tax at 25% during the next parliament.
The cap may be further reduced if the UK's competitiveness is at risk.

Keir Starmer swipes at Jeremy Corbyn during Labour business blitz

Keir Starmer criticized Jeremy Corbyn and praised business leaders at a conference.
Labour has announced policies to align with business, including capping corporation tax at 25% and not reinstating the cap on bankers' bonuses.
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Reeves quizzed on bankers bonus U-turn

Labour dropped opposition to lifting cap on bankers' bonuses
Rachel Reeves says stability is needed for businesses
#tories

What is Labour's 28bn green plan and could it be shelved?

Labour's proposed green prosperity plan would commit 28bn a year to kickstart the UK's transition to a low-carbon economy.
The plan includes boosting renewable energy, insulating homes, improving transport infrastructure, fostering low-carbon industries, and helping fossil fuel-reliant industries transition to net zero.
The 28bn figure has been criticized by the Tories, who claim it would require higher taxes, but economists argue that it can be funded without raising taxes and seen as an investment.

Tory minister mocked for claiming Labour has no plan' over HS2

Conservative rail minister Huw Merriman claimed that Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has no plan for high-speed rail.
During a live interview, Sky News presenter Kay Burley mocked Mr Merriman by showing him a montage of Tory MPs claiming Labour has no plan.

What is Labour's 28bn green plan and could it be shelved?

Labour's proposed green prosperity plan would commit 28bn a year to kickstart the UK's transition to a low-carbon economy.
The plan includes boosting renewable energy, insulating homes, improving transport infrastructure, fostering low-carbon industries, and helping fossil fuel-reliant industries transition to net zero.
The 28bn figure has been criticized by the Tories, who claim it would require higher taxes, but economists argue that it can be funded without raising taxes and seen as an investment.

Tory minister mocked for claiming Labour has no plan' over HS2

Conservative rail minister Huw Merriman claimed that Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has no plan for high-speed rail.
During a live interview, Sky News presenter Kay Burley mocked Mr Merriman by showing him a montage of Tory MPs claiming Labour has no plan.
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Labour vows to cut financial red tape' and unashamedly champion' UK sector

Labour pledges to champion UK's financial services sector and cut down on regulations.
Labour plans to close a tax loophole benefiting private equity executives.
#wes-streeting

Labour's Wes Streeting backs separate hospital wards for trans patients

Wes Streeting, Labour's shadow health secretary, expressed support for treating trans people in separate wards in hospitals.
Streeting believes that separating trans people into single-sex wards would protect the 'integrity' of those spaces.

Pro-Palestinian activist to run against Wes Streeting in election for Ilford North

Leanne Mohamad, a pro-Palestinian activist, has been chosen as an independent parliamentary candidate for Ilford North, challenging Wes Streeting of Labour.
Mohamad's selection complicates Streeting's attempt to retain his seat amidst criticism of Labour's stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Labour's Wes Streeting backs separate hospital wards for trans patients

Wes Streeting, Labour's shadow health secretary, expressed support for treating trans people in separate wards in hospitals.
Streeting believes that separating trans people into single-sex wards would protect the 'integrity' of those spaces.

Pro-Palestinian activist to run against Wes Streeting in election for Ilford North

Leanne Mohamad, a pro-Palestinian activist, has been chosen as an independent parliamentary candidate for Ilford North, challenging Wes Streeting of Labour.
Mohamad's selection complicates Streeting's attempt to retain his seat amidst criticism of Labour's stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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General election 2024 poll tracker: How do the parties compare?

Labour is currently in a commanding position in the polls for the upcoming UK general election.
In previous elections, the governing party has managed to close the gap with the main opposition party or even reverse it.

Labour backs idea of teaching children about white privilege

Labour supports teaching children about white privilege
Shadow minister emphasizes the importance of asking difficult questions about the nation's history

Unions tell Starmer of members' anger over Gaza ceasefire position

Union leaders are unhappy with Keir Starmer's position on Gaza and believe it alienates working people.
Unions also urged Starmer not to backtrack on his climate pledges, showing their desire to influence Labour's policy process.

Labour considers non-dom tax plan that would raise 1bn less than initial pledge

Labour's plans to scrap non-dom tax breaks would raise about a billion pounds less than previously claimed.
Labour is considering a four-year grace period for those with non-dom status before they pay full UK tax.

No immediate plans for further Yemen strikes, says UK armed forces minister

UK defence minister says no immediate plans for more attacks on Houthi targets in Yemen
Labour broadly supports the operation but calls for a Commons statement and details of the legal position

Labour vows to tackle school absences and broken relationship' with families

Labour vows to tackle pupil absences and child mental health to reset the relationship between schools and families.
Labour's plans include more mental health counsellors for secondary schools and universal free breakfast clubs for primary school pupils.

Forget Labour's tax bombshell'. It's Tory policy that needs a watchful eye | Larry Elliott

Conservatives are focusing on portraying Labour leader Keir Starmer as untrustworthy and high tax-and-spend.
Despite a recent cut in national insurance, voters are aware that the cost of living is still challenging.
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