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Attacks on ex-wife hurt me most, Gove says

Michael Gove highlighted that attacks on his ex-wife during a political crisis were among the most painful moments of his career.

Michael Gove says personal attacks on ex-wife Sarah Vine hurt so much'

Michael Gove considers the attacks on his wife Sarah Vine during his political career to be the most painful experience.

Michael Gove says personal attacks on ex-wife Sarah Vine hurt him the most'

Michael Gove's political career has been heavily impacted by personal attacks on his ex-wife Sarah Vine.

Attacks on ex-wife hurt me most, Gove says

Michael Gove highlighted that attacks on his ex-wife during a political crisis were among the most painful moments of his career.

Michael Gove says personal attacks on ex-wife Sarah Vine hurt so much'

Michael Gove considers the attacks on his wife Sarah Vine during his political career to be the most painful experience.

Michael Gove says personal attacks on ex-wife Sarah Vine hurt him the most'

Michael Gove's political career has been heavily impacted by personal attacks on his ex-wife Sarah Vine.
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#conservative-party

The crisis-hit Tories need good advice. Will they really get it from Michael Gove's Spectator? | Archie Bland

Tory media figures, exemplified by Gove's new role at the Spectator, show a disconnect from public sentiment and political realities.

UK political magazine The Spectator's new editor is Michael Gove

Michael Gove has been appointed editor of The Spectator, signaling a shift in leadership for the publication known for conservative views.

Michael Gove appointed new editor of The Spectator

Michael Gove appointed as the new editor of The Spectator, signaling a transition as the magazine adapts to new ownership and leadership in the Conservative party.

Michael Gove steps down in mass exodus of MPs before election

Michael Gove, a long-serving Conservative cabinet minister, will not stand at the upcoming general election amidst an exodus of MPs.

Michael Gove capitulating' to nimbys by blocking new homes, say developers

Cabinet minister Michael Gove is facing criticism for allowing councils to reject housebuilding targets and make changes to the planning system
The changes are seen as a capitulation to the nimby faction of the Conservative party and could result in fewer new homes and worsening housing affordability

The crisis-hit Tories need good advice. Will they really get it from Michael Gove's Spectator? | Archie Bland

Tory media figures, exemplified by Gove's new role at the Spectator, show a disconnect from public sentiment and political realities.

UK political magazine The Spectator's new editor is Michael Gove

Michael Gove has been appointed editor of The Spectator, signaling a shift in leadership for the publication known for conservative views.

Michael Gove appointed new editor of The Spectator

Michael Gove appointed as the new editor of The Spectator, signaling a transition as the magazine adapts to new ownership and leadership in the Conservative party.

Michael Gove steps down in mass exodus of MPs before election

Michael Gove, a long-serving Conservative cabinet minister, will not stand at the upcoming general election amidst an exodus of MPs.

Michael Gove capitulating' to nimbys by blocking new homes, say developers

Cabinet minister Michael Gove is facing criticism for allowing councils to reject housebuilding targets and make changes to the planning system
The changes are seen as a capitulation to the nimby faction of the Conservative party and could result in fewer new homes and worsening housing affordability
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#media-ownership

Michael Gove named as Spectator editor after GB News backer's takeover

Michael Gove appointed as the new editor of Spectator, indicating a potential shift in editorial direction post-takeover.

Michael Gove appointed new editor of The Spectator following 100m sale

Michael Gove has been appointed editor of The Spectator magazine following its acquisition by Sir Paul Marshall for £100 million.

Michael Gove named as Spectator editor after GB News backer's takeover

Michael Gove appointed as the new editor of Spectator, indicating a potential shift in editorial direction post-takeover.

Michael Gove appointed new editor of The Spectator following 100m sale

Michael Gove has been appointed editor of The Spectator magazine following its acquisition by Sir Paul Marshall for £100 million.
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#grenfell-tower

Bring criminal prosecutions against Grenfell Tower cladding firms, urges Gove

Michael Gove calls for accountability and criminal action against Grenfell Tower cladding firms profiting from negligence.

Gove gives reprieve to housebuilders that failed to sign up to safety scheme

Michael Gove has given 11 housebuilders including one affiliated with the main contractor on Grenfell Tower a last-minute reprieve after they failed to sign up to a government safety scheme by Monday's deadline.The levelling up secretary revealed on Tuesday that 39 companies had signed up to the building safety contract, which details how they will replace any flammable material found in their mid-rise developments in England.

Bring criminal prosecutions against Grenfell Tower cladding firms, urges Gove

Michael Gove calls for accountability and criminal action against Grenfell Tower cladding firms profiting from negligence.

Gove gives reprieve to housebuilders that failed to sign up to safety scheme

Michael Gove has given 11 housebuilders including one affiliated with the main contractor on Grenfell Tower a last-minute reprieve after they failed to sign up to a government safety scheme by Monday's deadline.The levelling up secretary revealed on Tuesday that 39 companies had signed up to the building safety contract, which details how they will replace any flammable material found in their mid-rise developments in England.
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Michael Gove defends Angela Rayner's Ibiza DJ set

Michael Gove supports Angela Rayner amidst criticism for her dancing in Ibiza, urging critics to lighten up.

Michael Gove admits moral cowardice' during Brexit campaign

Michael Gove admitted moral cowardice by not informing David Cameron of his significant role in the Brexit campaign.
Gove was persuaded to take on a bigger role in the campaign by Dominic Cummings, leading to more involvement than he initially intended.

Gove predicts November general election - but insists he has no inside knowledge'

Michael Gove predicts general election in November, hints at 14th or 21st as potential dates with no inside knowledge.
Speculation around UK general election timing heightened by Gove's statement despite claiming no discussion with Prime Minister.
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Extremism: Michael Gove unveils new definition in bid to 'protect democracy' - BBC News

New definition of extremism in the UK by Michael Gove
Groups promoting violence, hatred, or intolerance will be denied funding and access to officials

Michael Gove to name organisations affected by new extremism definition

Michael Gove wants to name extremist groups under parliamentary privilege despite legal concerns
New counter-extremism strategy to target organisations undermining British democracy, focusing on ideology over actions or words

Revealed: legal fears over Michael Gove's new definition of extremism'

Ban on undermining UK's liberal democracy from public life proposed by Michael Gove
Organizations and individuals deemed extremist would be excluded from government engagement and funding

Extending extremism definition risks fuelling unlawful protest, warns Greenpeace UK

Government's efforts to broaden the definition of extremism may inadvertently fuel extremism by limiting peaceful protests.
New definitions of extremism could impact peaceful protest rights, leading to exclusion and potential escalation of unlawful actions.

British Muslim organisations react to Michael Gove's extremism definition

Michael Gove released a new definition of extremism, criticized by British Muslim organisations.
Organizations like Mend and Cage threatened legal action against potential labeling as extremist.

Michael Gove refuses to say if Tory donor s Diane Abbott comments are extremist'

Michael Gove introduces new definition of extremism
Being considered extremist requires promotion of violence, hatred, or intolerance against fundamental rights and democracy.

Extremism: Michael Gove unveils new definition in bid to 'protect democracy' - BBC News

New definition of extremism in the UK by Michael Gove
Groups promoting violence, hatred, or intolerance will be denied funding and access to officials

Michael Gove to name organisations affected by new extremism definition

Michael Gove wants to name extremist groups under parliamentary privilege despite legal concerns
New counter-extremism strategy to target organisations undermining British democracy, focusing on ideology over actions or words

Revealed: legal fears over Michael Gove's new definition of extremism'

Ban on undermining UK's liberal democracy from public life proposed by Michael Gove
Organizations and individuals deemed extremist would be excluded from government engagement and funding

Extending extremism definition risks fuelling unlawful protest, warns Greenpeace UK

Government's efforts to broaden the definition of extremism may inadvertently fuel extremism by limiting peaceful protests.
New definitions of extremism could impact peaceful protest rights, leading to exclusion and potential escalation of unlawful actions.

British Muslim organisations react to Michael Gove's extremism definition

Michael Gove released a new definition of extremism, criticized by British Muslim organisations.
Organizations like Mend and Cage threatened legal action against potential labeling as extremist.

Michael Gove refuses to say if Tory donor s Diane Abbott comments are extremist'

Michael Gove introduces new definition of extremism
Being considered extremist requires promotion of violence, hatred, or intolerance against fundamental rights and democracy.
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Watch live as Michael Gove gives statement on new extremism definition

The UK government unveils a new extremism definition that includes conduct falling short of criminality. Groups meeting the definition will lose government funding and access.

UK Covid inquiry in Scotland: Five things we learned in week three

Nicola Sturgeon denies politicizing the pandemic for Scottish independence
Michael Gove recognized the risk to the Union due to the pandemic

Michael Gove: Blocking Scottish gender law was wise and proportionate'

Diminishing support for the Scottish Government's plan to reform gender recognition laws shows that blocking those changes was wise and proportionate, Michael Gove has said.The Communities Secretary told MPs on Wednesday that the UK Government had blocked the controversial Gender Recognition Reform (GRR) Bill with regret, but had been vindicated by subsequent events.

Tory MP Steve Brine faces lobbying questions after Hancock message leak

A senior Conservative MP has been urged to stand down as chair of parliament's health select committee after a leak of text messages exchanged with Matt Hancock sparked questions about whether he broke lobbying rules.According to the leaked messages from 2021, Steve Brine, a former health minister, said had been trying for months during the Covid pandemic to liaise with the NHS to hire anaesthetists through a recruitment company he worked for.

Watch live as Michael Gove gives statement on new extremism definition

The UK government unveils a new extremism definition that includes conduct falling short of criminality. Groups meeting the definition will lose government funding and access.

UK Covid inquiry in Scotland: Five things we learned in week three

Nicola Sturgeon denies politicizing the pandemic for Scottish independence
Michael Gove recognized the risk to the Union due to the pandemic

Michael Gove: Blocking Scottish gender law was wise and proportionate'

Diminishing support for the Scottish Government's plan to reform gender recognition laws shows that blocking those changes was wise and proportionate, Michael Gove has said.The Communities Secretary told MPs on Wednesday that the UK Government had blocked the controversial Gender Recognition Reform (GRR) Bill with regret, but had been vindicated by subsequent events.

Tory MP Steve Brine faces lobbying questions after Hancock message leak

A senior Conservative MP has been urged to stand down as chair of parliament's health select committee after a leak of text messages exchanged with Matt Hancock sparked questions about whether he broke lobbying rules.According to the leaked messages from 2021, Steve Brine, a former health minister, said had been trying for months during the Covid pandemic to liaise with the NHS to hire anaesthetists through a recruitment company he worked for.
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Scotland' is in decline because of SNP's independence obsession, says Gove

Michael Gove criticizes SNP for neglecting public services in pursuit of independence
Scottish Tories face significant electoral challenge in upcoming general election
#investigation

Michael Gove under investigation by parliament's standards watchdog

Michael Gove is under investigation for failing to disclose financial interests.
He apologized for not registering VIP hospitality from a Tory donor related to PPE contract recommendations.

Tory MP investigated over alleged improper lobbying of NHS

A senior Tory MP is being investigated by Parliament's Standards Commissioner over improper lobbying of the NHS.Steve Brine, chairman of the Commons Health Committee, is under investigation following claims he lobbied the head of the NHS on behalf of a firm for which he was working as a paid consultant.

Health committee chair Steve Brine under investigation over lobbying claims

A senior Tory MP is being investigated by Parliament's Standards Commissioner over paid advocacy and declaration of an interest.Steve Brine, the current chairman of the Commons Health Committee, is under investigation by Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards, Daniel Greenberg.It comes following claims he lobbied the head of the NHS on behalf of a firm for which he was working as a paid consultant.

Michael Gove under investigation by parliament's standards watchdog

Michael Gove is under investigation for failing to disclose financial interests.
He apologized for not registering VIP hospitality from a Tory donor related to PPE contract recommendations.

Tory MP investigated over alleged improper lobbying of NHS

A senior Tory MP is being investigated by Parliament's Standards Commissioner over improper lobbying of the NHS.Steve Brine, chairman of the Commons Health Committee, is under investigation following claims he lobbied the head of the NHS on behalf of a firm for which he was working as a paid consultant.

Health committee chair Steve Brine under investigation over lobbying claims

A senior Tory MP is being investigated by Parliament's Standards Commissioner over paid advocacy and declaration of an interest.Steve Brine, the current chairman of the Commons Health Committee, is under investigation by Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards, Daniel Greenberg.It comes following claims he lobbied the head of the NHS on behalf of a firm for which he was working as a paid consultant.
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New Airbnb rules to stop the hollowing out' of local communities

Short-term let landlords may need planning permission to address community impact.
Proposed rules exempt main home rentals under 90 days while establishing a national register for short-term lets.

Michael Gove dodges 1000 Rwanda bet with Trevor Phillips and offers him dinner

Michael Gove refuses to bet on the success of the Government's Rwanda asylum scheme.
Gove instead offers to treat Trevor Phillips to a nice meal with £100.
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Michael Gove approves 400m South Bank office development on former ITV site

Michael Gove has approved a new 400m development on the South Bank, which includes a new office building and cultural center.
The approval was granted despite concerns about the potential impact on local heritage and the aesthetics of the building.

Instead of killing HS2 bit by bit, ministers should just put it out of its misery | Simon Jenkins

It is death by gangrene.No government seems to have the guts to kill HS2, Britain's biggest and craziest infrastructure project, so each merely lops off another limb.In 2021, it was Leeds.Now the opening of the Birmingham-to-Manchester and Acton-to-Euston lines has been delayed.HS2 to be delayed by two more years due to soaring costs This railway is a southern project on which the chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, is blowing a staggering 100m a week or 5bn a year.

Michael Gove approves 400m South Bank office development on former ITV site

Michael Gove has approved a new 400m development on the South Bank, which includes a new office building and cultural center.
The approval was granted despite concerns about the potential impact on local heritage and the aesthetics of the building.

Instead of killing HS2 bit by bit, ministers should just put it out of its misery | Simon Jenkins

It is death by gangrene.No government seems to have the guts to kill HS2, Britain's biggest and craziest infrastructure project, so each merely lops off another limb.In 2021, it was Leeds.Now the opening of the Birmingham-to-Manchester and Acton-to-Euston lines has been delayed.HS2 to be delayed by two more years due to soaring costs This railway is a southern project on which the chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, is blowing a staggering 100m a week or 5bn a year.
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Kemi Badenoch is member of Tory Whatsapp group called Evil Plotters'

Kemi Badenoch and Michael Gove are members of a Tory Whatsapp group named Evil Plotters.
Badenoch denies involvement in plots against Rishi Sunak but is part of a group that stokes her leadership ambitions.

Personalities do matter in politics, says Gove

Michael Gove accuses some Scottish government ministers of prioritizing political points during pandemic discussions
Gove highlights SNP's Kate Forbes as someone who focused on constructive dialogue

Michael Gove accuses Nicola Sturgeon of wanting political conflict' during Covid

Michael Gove accuses Nicola Sturgeon of using the Covid pandemic to advance Scottish independence and undermine the UK
Gove acknowledges that decisions were made in the public health interests of Scotland

Gove refuses to set deadline for investigation into Tees freeport corruption'

Michael Gove refuses to set deadline for independent report on corruption allegations at Teesworks.
The report is being undertaken by an independent panel chosen by Gove, causing concern and criticism from local MPs.
#legislation

Michael Gove appears to arrive at cabinet meeting with injured face

Michael Gove appeared with a visible injury on his face at a cabinet meeting.
The government is proposing strict time frames for landlords to fix problems in rental properties.

Restrictions on Airbnbs planned in Levelling Up Bill, Michael Gove says

The Government will bring forward changes to its flagship Levelling Up Bill aimed at tackling problems with Airbnbs and other short-term lets, Michael Gove said.The Communities Secretary said ministers will make changes aimed at restricting the way that homes can be turned into Airbnbs as he acknowledged a problem with holiday lets preventing younger workers from living and finding a job near to home.

Cut parents' benefits over school truancy, suggests Michael Gove

Parents should face child benefit cuts if they fail to ensure their children turn up at school, cabinet minster Michael Gove has suggested.Speaking at a think tank, the levelling up secretary said the idea could help restore an "ethic of responsibility".


Mr Gove - who first proposed the idea in 2014 - said it would help tackle anti-social behaviour.

Michael Gove appears to arrive at cabinet meeting with injured face

Michael Gove appeared with a visible injury on his face at a cabinet meeting.
The government is proposing strict time frames for landlords to fix problems in rental properties.

Restrictions on Airbnbs planned in Levelling Up Bill, Michael Gove says

The Government will bring forward changes to its flagship Levelling Up Bill aimed at tackling problems with Airbnbs and other short-term lets, Michael Gove said.The Communities Secretary said ministers will make changes aimed at restricting the way that homes can be turned into Airbnbs as he acknowledged a problem with holiday lets preventing younger workers from living and finding a job near to home.

Cut parents' benefits over school truancy, suggests Michael Gove

Parents should face child benefit cuts if they fail to ensure their children turn up at school, cabinet minster Michael Gove has suggested.Speaking at a think tank, the levelling up secretary said the idea could help restore an "ethic of responsibility".


Mr Gove - who first proposed the idea in 2014 - said it would help tackle anti-social behaviour.
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Michelle Mone should not return to the Lords after PPE scandal, minister says

Tory minister calls for Michelle Mone to not return to House of Lords following PPE contract scandal
Pressure mounts on government as Labour calls for Michael Gove to answer questions

'Just stop': Newham mayor's warning to Michael Gove over MSG Sphere intervention

London mayor Sadiq Khan rejected the proposal for a giant entertainment venue in Stratford due to concerns over light and noise for residents in the area.
Newham's mayor, Rokhsana Fiaz, is urging Michael Gove to refuse permission for the venue, citing negative health impacts and transport pressures for residents.
Politicians' intervention in the planning process has been criticized by Sphere Entertainment, despite describing Michael Gove's move as commendable.
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Gove sorry to Covid victims 'who endured so much pain'

Former Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove apologizes for the mistakes made by the government during the pandemic.
Gove acknowledges that politicians are fallible and made errors while dealing with an unprecedented virus and assault on the country's institutions.

Michael Gove apologises for Government's errors' during pandemic

Michael Gove apologizes for government errors during the pandemic.
Gove acknowledges responsibility for mistakes made at the top level of politics during the crisis.
Gove defends the conduct of Cabinet Office staff and downplays accusations of dysfunctionality in No 10.

Gove slapped down at Covid inquiry for suggesting virus was man-made

Michael Gove suggests virus may have been man-made during Covid inquiry.
Gove admits government was not well prepared for the pandemic.
Lead counsel reprimands Gove for discussing divisive issue.

Cove to give evidence as Covid inquiry told Hancock knew lockdown tiers wouldn't work

Former health secretary Matt Hancock knew that Tier 3 lockdown restrictions would not work when he imposed them on Greater Manchester.
The tier system implemented in October 2020 was unable to contain the spread of Covid-19 and led to a month-long national lockdown in November followed by stricter tiers in December.
Housing Secretary Michael Gove is set to give evidence at the Covid-19 inquiry.

Michael Gove mobbed by pro-Palestinian protesters in Victoria station

Pro-Palestinian protesters mobbed Michael Gove at Victoria station in London.
Thousands of demonstrators marched for an Israel-Gaza ceasefire, with a political row ensuing over criticism of the policing of protests.

Michael Gove thanks police after he was mobbed by pro-Palestinian protesters

Michael Gove was mobbed by pro-Palestinian demonstrators at Victoria station and thanked the police for getting him home safely.
The incident occurred on Armistice Day, which was already tense due to a pro-Palestinian rally and counter-protests.
Some politicians, including Home Secretary Suella Braverman, put pressure on police to prevent the pro-Palestinian march from taking place on the day of remembrance.

Gove sorry to Covid victims 'who endured so much pain'

Former Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove apologizes for the mistakes made by the government during the pandemic.
Gove acknowledges that politicians are fallible and made errors while dealing with an unprecedented virus and assault on the country's institutions.

Michael Gove apologises for Government's errors' during pandemic

Michael Gove apologizes for government errors during the pandemic.
Gove acknowledges responsibility for mistakes made at the top level of politics during the crisis.
Gove defends the conduct of Cabinet Office staff and downplays accusations of dysfunctionality in No 10.

Gove slapped down at Covid inquiry for suggesting virus was man-made

Michael Gove suggests virus may have been man-made during Covid inquiry.
Gove admits government was not well prepared for the pandemic.
Lead counsel reprimands Gove for discussing divisive issue.

Cove to give evidence as Covid inquiry told Hancock knew lockdown tiers wouldn't work

Former health secretary Matt Hancock knew that Tier 3 lockdown restrictions would not work when he imposed them on Greater Manchester.
The tier system implemented in October 2020 was unable to contain the spread of Covid-19 and led to a month-long national lockdown in November followed by stricter tiers in December.
Housing Secretary Michael Gove is set to give evidence at the Covid-19 inquiry.

Michael Gove mobbed by pro-Palestinian protesters in Victoria station

Pro-Palestinian protesters mobbed Michael Gove at Victoria station in London.
Thousands of demonstrators marched for an Israel-Gaza ceasefire, with a political row ensuing over criticism of the policing of protests.

Michael Gove thanks police after he was mobbed by pro-Palestinian protesters

Michael Gove was mobbed by pro-Palestinian demonstrators at Victoria station and thanked the police for getting him home safely.
The incident occurred on Armistice Day, which was already tense due to a pro-Palestinian rally and counter-protests.
Some politicians, including Home Secretary Suella Braverman, put pressure on police to prevent the pro-Palestinian march from taking place on the day of remembrance.
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Sunak's sushi train Tories are like a banquet of filth | Stewart Lee

All across the land the emergency alarm went off.Oliver Dowden had been appointed deputy prime minister.The harsh metallic tone of the mobile phone sounded suspiciously like the rattle of a barrel being scraped bare.Metal on metal.There's not an ounce of talent left in the Tory party.If it was a circus elephant you'd put a bullet in its head and have done with it.

Psycho' Raab struggles to contain his rage during prime minister's questions | John Crace

No more Mr Nice Guy.Rishi Sunak has always been keen to project himself as a thoroughly decent bloke.The sort of man even his opponents can trust.Someone who keeps his word.But bit by bit that mask is peeling off.On Wednesday he revealed himself to be an out and out sadist.How else can you explain the decision to leave Dominic Psycho Raab in post as his deputy and then skip off to Betty Boothroyd's funeral, leaving Psycho to step up for prime minister's questions?

Levelling-Up Secretary refuses to guarantee HS2 will terminate at Euston

The Levelling-Up Secretary has refused to guarantee that HS2 will terminate at Euston, saying he did not know where the final London destination would be.Michael Gove, quizzed on where the upgraded rail route could end in the UK's capital, said there was a debate about whether it should be Euston or Old Oak Common, a west London suburb.

Labour denies claim Sue Gray in talks about job for over a year'

Labour has denied claims that top civil servant Sue Gray was in talks about taking a job as Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff for more than 12 months.The move to appoint the official who oversaw the Partygate inquiry into Boris Johnson's government has sparked outrage from Tory allies of the former PM who cried stitch up.

Sunak's sushi train Tories are like a banquet of filth | Stewart Lee

All across the land the emergency alarm went off.Oliver Dowden had been appointed deputy prime minister.The harsh metallic tone of the mobile phone sounded suspiciously like the rattle of a barrel being scraped bare.Metal on metal.There's not an ounce of talent left in the Tory party.If it was a circus elephant you'd put a bullet in its head and have done with it.

Psycho' Raab struggles to contain his rage during prime minister's questions | John Crace

No more Mr Nice Guy.Rishi Sunak has always been keen to project himself as a thoroughly decent bloke.The sort of man even his opponents can trust.Someone who keeps his word.But bit by bit that mask is peeling off.On Wednesday he revealed himself to be an out and out sadist.How else can you explain the decision to leave Dominic Psycho Raab in post as his deputy and then skip off to Betty Boothroyd's funeral, leaving Psycho to step up for prime minister's questions?

Levelling-Up Secretary refuses to guarantee HS2 will terminate at Euston

The Levelling-Up Secretary has refused to guarantee that HS2 will terminate at Euston, saying he did not know where the final London destination would be.Michael Gove, quizzed on where the upgraded rail route could end in the UK's capital, said there was a debate about whether it should be Euston or Old Oak Common, a west London suburb.

Labour denies claim Sue Gray in talks about job for over a year'

Labour has denied claims that top civil servant Sue Gray was in talks about taking a job as Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff for more than 12 months.The move to appoint the official who oversaw the Partygate inquiry into Boris Johnson's government has sparked outrage from Tory allies of the former PM who cried stitch up.
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#people

What is Colin Bloom's review of faith in modern Britain?

A sweeping review of the relationship between faith and the state in recent times is due to be published within weeks, urging ministers to crack down on oppression, violence and radicalisation in religious settings.The report, by Colin Bloom, will be unveiled by Michael Gove's Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

Police failings not arguments against authority', says Gove

The police cannot curl up into a ball following a series of high-profile failings, Michael Gove has said, as he warned against allowing concerns to be used as an argument against authority.The Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Secretary on Tuesday appeared to rubbish any suggestion that concerns about British policing might clash with the Government's decision to hand officers more powers to tackle anti-social behaviour.

Landlords to get power to evict antisocial tenants with two weeks' notice

Landlords are to be given new powers to evict problematic tenants with two weeks' notice under government proposals to address antisocial behaviour.The measures would cover tenants who play loud music, use drugs, cause damage to their property or fall behind on their rent.All new private tenancy agreements will have to include clauses that specifically ban antisocial behaviour and the notice period for eviction on these grounds will be cut from four weeks to a fortnight.

Labour says Rishi Sunak's antisocial behaviour plan is a weaker version of its own policy UK politics live

Ministers appear set to at least partly give way to Conservative rebels over removing safeguards from the illegal migration bill after a Home Office minister said the government was in listening mode, my colleague Peter Walker reports.Good morning.Both main parties believe that anti-social behaviour will be a key issue at the election and this morning, at a PM Connect event, Rishi Sunak will formally announce an antisocial behaviour action plan.

The Guardian view on teacher shortages: signs of a profession in crisis | Editorial

Do more with less.This has been the government's expectation of every public sector employee since 2010.In education, this has led to stagnant wages and unsustainable workloads, compounded by a punitive Ofsted inspection process that heaps stress upon teachers and can condemn a school to failure in a single sentence.

He's a great guy': Kwasi Kwarteng told fake firm he could introduce them to Boris Johnson

Kwasi Kwarteng told representatives of a fake South Korean firm that he could introduce them to Boris Johnson the best campaigner you will ever see in the hope of securing a 10,000-a-day second job.Kwarteng also indicated that Conservative whips would allow him to skip his parliamentary duties in order to further the interests of the fake firm, after apparently being duped by the campaign group Led By Donkeys.

What is Colin Bloom's review of faith in modern Britain?

A sweeping review of the relationship between faith and the state in recent times is due to be published within weeks, urging ministers to crack down on oppression, violence and radicalisation in religious settings.The report, by Colin Bloom, will be unveiled by Michael Gove's Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

Police failings not arguments against authority', says Gove

The police cannot curl up into a ball following a series of high-profile failings, Michael Gove has said, as he warned against allowing concerns to be used as an argument against authority.The Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Secretary on Tuesday appeared to rubbish any suggestion that concerns about British policing might clash with the Government's decision to hand officers more powers to tackle anti-social behaviour.

Landlords to get power to evict antisocial tenants with two weeks' notice

Landlords are to be given new powers to evict problematic tenants with two weeks' notice under government proposals to address antisocial behaviour.The measures would cover tenants who play loud music, use drugs, cause damage to their property or fall behind on their rent.All new private tenancy agreements will have to include clauses that specifically ban antisocial behaviour and the notice period for eviction on these grounds will be cut from four weeks to a fortnight.

Labour says Rishi Sunak's antisocial behaviour plan is a weaker version of its own policy UK politics live

Ministers appear set to at least partly give way to Conservative rebels over removing safeguards from the illegal migration bill after a Home Office minister said the government was in listening mode, my colleague Peter Walker reports.Good morning.Both main parties believe that anti-social behaviour will be a key issue at the election and this morning, at a PM Connect event, Rishi Sunak will formally announce an antisocial behaviour action plan.

The Guardian view on teacher shortages: signs of a profession in crisis | Editorial

Do more with less.This has been the government's expectation of every public sector employee since 2010.In education, this has led to stagnant wages and unsustainable workloads, compounded by a punitive Ofsted inspection process that heaps stress upon teachers and can condemn a school to failure in a single sentence.

He's a great guy': Kwasi Kwarteng told fake firm he could introduce them to Boris Johnson

Kwasi Kwarteng told representatives of a fake South Korean firm that he could introduce them to Boris Johnson the best campaigner you will ever see in the hope of securing a 10,000-a-day second job.Kwarteng also indicated that Conservative whips would allow him to skip his parliamentary duties in order to further the interests of the fake firm, after apparently being duped by the campaign group Led By Donkeys.
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#inspections

Ofsted needs to look at inadequate ratings following inspections, Gove says

Ofsted needs to look at how schools can be rated inadequate overall if they only fail in one area in an inspection following Ruth Perry's death, Michael Gove has said.Ms Perry, who was headteacher at Caversham Primary School in Reading, killed herself in January while waiting for an Ofsted report which downgraded her school to the lowest possible rating, her family said.

The Guardian view on housing associations: tenants must be listened to | Editorial

The tragic death of Awaab Ishak should never have happened, Michael Gove said recently during a visit to Rochdale.Despite repeated complaints from Awaab's father about the black mould that ultimately caused the death of his two-year-old son, Rochdale Borough Housing failed to act.The problems in England's social housing extend far beyond this single tragedy.

Ofsted needs to look at inadequate ratings following inspections, Gove says

Ofsted needs to look at how schools can be rated inadequate overall if they only fail in one area in an inspection following Ruth Perry's death, Michael Gove has said.Ms Perry, who was headteacher at Caversham Primary School in Reading, killed herself in January while waiting for an Ofsted report which downgraded her school to the lowest possible rating, her family said.

The Guardian view on housing associations: tenants must be listened to | Editorial

The tragic death of Awaab Ishak should never have happened, Michael Gove said recently during a visit to Rochdale.Despite repeated complaints from Awaab's father about the black mould that ultimately caused the death of his two-year-old son, Rochdale Borough Housing failed to act.The problems in England's social housing extend far beyond this single tragedy.
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Four more firms sign post-Grenfell safety contract, says Gove

Michael Gove said four more companies have signed up to post-Grenfell building safety contracts after he named and shamed some of the firms earlier this month that had not signed up to the agreement.The Communities Secretary had given companies until March 13 to sign up to the agreement aimed at addressing cladding issues following the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire, confirming earlier this month that 39 developers had signed contracts committing 2 billion to fund repairs to high-rise buildings which have unsafe cladding or other fire safety defects.
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The Thick of It was fuelled by my anger at the Iraq war and the way it left truth for dead | Armando Iannucci

Shortly before George W Bush and Tony Blair launched their war, the Arab League issued a statement declaring that invading Iraq would open the gates of hell.Of all the pieces of intelligence that the CIA and British agents were gathering at the time, this turned out to be the only accurate one.The invasion was launched on evidence about weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) that consisted mostly of whatever it was Iraqi informants knew our intelligence agencies most wanted to hear and would happily pay for.

The Guardian view on Rishi Sunak's reshuffle: putting the Treasury in charge | Editorial

Rishi Sunak's reshuffle is about both tightening his grip on power and putting more departments on the Treasury list for re-education.By splitting up the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, which had challenged Mr Sunak when he was chancellor, the prime minister has decapitated a rival economic policymaker in government.

Tories and Labour meet for secret talks on Brexit failures'

Sign up to our free Brexit and beyond email for the latest headlines on what Brexit is meaning for the UK Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight Senior figures from the Conservative and Labour parties met in secret to discuss the failings of Brexit and how to steer the UK away from terminal decline outside the European Union, according to reports.

Tory MP reported to parliamentary watchdog over alleged lobbying rule breach

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email A senior Tory MP has been reported to the parliamentary standards commissioner over claims he lobbied the head of the NHS for a firm which was paying him 1,600 per month.In a letter to the parliamentary watchdog, chairman of the Labour Party Anneliese Dodds said she was concerned about MP Steve Brine's actions.

The Thick of It was fuelled by my anger at the Iraq war and the way it left truth for dead | Armando Iannucci

Shortly before George W Bush and Tony Blair launched their war, the Arab League issued a statement declaring that invading Iraq would open the gates of hell.Of all the pieces of intelligence that the CIA and British agents were gathering at the time, this turned out to be the only accurate one.The invasion was launched on evidence about weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) that consisted mostly of whatever it was Iraqi informants knew our intelligence agencies most wanted to hear and would happily pay for.

The Guardian view on Rishi Sunak's reshuffle: putting the Treasury in charge | Editorial

Rishi Sunak's reshuffle is about both tightening his grip on power and putting more departments on the Treasury list for re-education.By splitting up the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, which had challenged Mr Sunak when he was chancellor, the prime minister has decapitated a rival economic policymaker in government.

Tories and Labour meet for secret talks on Brexit failures'

Sign up to our free Brexit and beyond email for the latest headlines on what Brexit is meaning for the UK Sign up to our Brexit email for the latest insight Senior figures from the Conservative and Labour parties met in secret to discuss the failings of Brexit and how to steer the UK away from terminal decline outside the European Union, according to reports.

Tory MP reported to parliamentary watchdog over alleged lobbying rule breach

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email A senior Tory MP has been reported to the parliamentary standards commissioner over claims he lobbied the head of the NHS for a firm which was paying him 1,600 per month.In a letter to the parliamentary watchdog, chairman of the Labour Party Anneliese Dodds said she was concerned about MP Steve Brine's actions.
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