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Charlotte Church Leads Opposition to Ban on Palestine Action

Singer Charlotte Church has joined trade unions and activists in condemning the government’s ban on Palestine Action, calling it a dangerous attack on protest rights....

Fathers Take Legal Action to Enforce Smartphone Ban in Schools

Two determined fathers have launched a legal campaign for a smartphone ban in schools across England. Will Orr-Ewing and Pete Montgomery notified Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson...

£500m Youth Services Investment Announced to Tackle Child Poverty

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will today unveil a £500m youth services investment targeting children at risk of mental health crises, school exclusion, and crime. The "Better Futures...

Trump State Visit Set for September as UK Parliament Goes Into Recess

King Charles has invited Donald Trump for a second Trump state visit. It is scheduled for 17-19 September when Parliament is in recess. This avoids...

Miliband Accuses Net Zero Opponents of Betraying Future Generations

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband will today confront MPs who reject net zero policies, accusing them of betraying future generations. In a landmark Commons speech, he...

Cheaper Electric Cars Promised by UK Government in New Push for EV Adoption

The UK government has pledged to make cheaper electric cars more accessible to drivers. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander announced plans to reduce costs but avoided confirming...

BMA’s New Chair Takes Hard Line in Historic Pay Dispute

The BMA's new chair takes hard line in an escalating confrontation with the government, as junior doctors in England prepare for what could become the longest...

UK-France Migrant Deal Faces Scrutiny Over Legal Risks and Effectiveness

The UK-France migrant deal faces scrutiny as critics question whether the returns agreement can withstand legal challenges and actually reduce Channel crossings. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper...

UK Economy Shrinks Unexpectedly as Growth Stalls

The UK economy shrinks unexpectedly in May, delivering a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ growth plans. Official data reveals a 0.1% contraction, following April’s decline, as...

Rupert Lowe Cleared in Standards Probe After Crowdfunder Complaint Dismissed

Rupert Lowe cleared in standards probe after Parliament’s watchdog swiftly dismissed a complaint against him. The former Reform UK MP faced scrutiny over donations raised...

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