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1 month ago
UK politics

Sunak braces for backlash as smoking ban bill to be introduced in Commons

Sunak's public health policy banning the next generation from buying cigarettes faces rebellion from some Conservative MPs, possibly relying on Labour for support.
The proposed bill aims to increase the legal smoking age incrementally, raising concerns about practicality and implementation from rebellious Tory MPs. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Tory rebels won't kill our Rwanda bill, James Cleverly insists

Tory rebels are unlikely to kill Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill in the new year, according to Home Secretary James Cleverly.
Cleverly insists that the Conservative party remains united, despite divisions over the deportation legislation. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Sunak says party came together' for Rwanda bill vote despite Tory rebellion

Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill passed its third reading in the House of Commons
A potential backbench revolt on the deportation bill largely dissipated [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Right-wing Tory rebels threaten to bring Sunak's Rwanda bill down

Boris Johnson is supporting right-wing Conservative MPs to sabotage Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill.
Tory hardliners are threatening to vote against the government and hand Sunak a humiliating defeat if the legislation is not toughened up. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Right-wing Tory rebels launch plan to toughen' Rwanda bill

Around 30 right-wing Tory rebels plan to back amendments to toughen up Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill.
Former immigration minister Robert Jenrick is leading the effort to table amendments aimed at tackling European Court of Human Rights injunctions and tightening grounds for individuals to bring claims. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Sunak hit by new Rwanda revolt from Tory left as talks set to ruin PM's Christmas

Senior Conservative MPs from both the left and right are seeking changes to Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill.
Tory moderates are considering amending the bill to soften its impact and ensure compliance with international law. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
Europe politics

Rishi Sunak wins Rwanda vote as he staves off mass Tory rebellion for now

Rishi Sunak has won a vote on his controversial deportation scheme, but his political future remains uncertain.
Tory rebels have warned they cannot support the bill without significant changes, indicating potential challenges for Sunak in the future. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
Europe politics

Rishi Sunak wins Rwanda vote as he staves off mass Tory rebellion for now

Rishi Sunak has won a vote on his controversial deportation scheme, but his political future remains uncertain.
Tory rebels have warned they cannot support the bill without significant changes, indicating potential challenges for Sunak in the future. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
Europe politics

Rishi Sunak wins Rwanda vote as he staves off mass Tory rebellion for now

Rishi Sunak secured victory in a vote on his Rwanda policy, but his political future remains under threat.
Tory rebels warned they could not support the bill without significant changes. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
Europe politics

Rishi Sunak wins Rwanda vote as he staves off mass Tory rebellion for now

Rishi Sunak secured victory in a vote on his Rwanda policy, but his political future remains under threat.
Tory rebels warned they could not support the bill without significant changes. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe politics

Rishi Sunak refuses to rule out July election amid record low poll rating

Rishi Sunak hints at a potential July general election despite low personal ratings, amid speculation and rebellious Tory MPs. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
Europe politics

Rishi Sunak warns Tory rebels: I'm totally up for the fight'

Rishi Sunak vows to fight against plotters in his own party.
Conservatives trailing in polls, Sunak considers national insurance cut before next election. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Turnip Taliban' leader accuses Liz Truss of cavorting with pro-Trump extremists'

Liz Truss facing backlash for ties with right-wing American group
Blistering criticism of Liz Truss from Tory rebel James Bagge [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

A deadly Tory plot to dethrone Rishi Sunak or just deadly dodgy?

Rishi Sunak is facing challenges from right-wing Tory rebels and a shadowy Conservative group organized by David Frost.
A mega-poll commissioned by the Conservative group suggests the Tories could win as few as 169 seats in the general election. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Rishi Sunak wins Rwanda vote as he staves off mass Tory rebellion for now

Rishi Sunak has won a vote on his controversial deportation scheme, but his political future remains uncertain.
Tory rebels have warned they cannot support the bill without significant changes, indicating potential challenges for Sunak in the future. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Rishi Sunak wins Rwanda vote as he staves off mass Tory rebellion for now

Rishi Sunak secured victory in a vote on his Rwanda policy, but his political future remains under threat.
Tory rebels warned they could not support the bill without significant changes. [ more ]
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