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British Steel demands credible plan as costs surge sharply
Government watchdog warns of startling costs keeping British Steel operational. Labour urged to present viable strategy for publicly owned manufacturer.
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Daniel Thomas Faces Full Legal Force Over Asylum Site Activities
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood warns activist Daniel Thomas of legal consequences for crimes near asylum sites, addressing far-right extremism concerns.
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NATO Chief Calls for Stronger UK and Europe Military Power
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warns of unprecedented security threats, urging UK and Europe to boost defense spending and military capabilities amid rising...
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UK EU Reset Hindered by Made in Europe Law
Made in Europe legislation threatens UK-EU reset negotiations. Government sources warn British businesses face exclusion from EU industrial sectors without agre...
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UK Spends £56,000 Per Person in France Returns Scheme
The government's 'one in, one out' deportation deal costs £56,000 per individual sent to France, Home Secretary Mahmood reveals to Parliament.
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Employers Must Meet Workers on Flexible Work Requests
New UK workers' rights require employers to meet with employees requesting flexible working and justify refusals, announced by Louise Haigh.
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Government Proposes Stricter Rules on £72m Reform Donations
Ministers plan legislative amendments to restrict £72m donations to Reform UK with new residency requirements for political donors. Burnham's government targets...
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Envoy for Detained Britons Acknowledges Role Constraints
Alistair Burt, newly appointed special envoy for detained British citizens overseas, discusses limitations and challenges facing the role amid family concerns.
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UK Aid Minister Pledges 0.7% GDP Target Return
Kirsty McNeill reaffirms Labour's commitment to 0.7% GDP aid spending target, emphasizing value for money and effective resource allocation.
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Hospitality Sector Demands VAT Cut Plans from Prime Minister
Over 800 UK hospitality businesses urge Andy Burnham to deliver VAT reduction pledge, warning of closures and job losses without fairer taxation for the sector.
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Trump Expresses Support for United Ireland During Visit
US President Donald Trump said he would 'love' to see a united Ireland, suggesting unification should happen now during his visit to the Republic of Ireland.
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Portsmouth Faces Second Wave of Anti-Immigration Demonstrations
Far-right activists gathered in Portsmouth for a second weekend of anti-immigration protests following an asylum boat interception. Police and counter-demonstra...
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Girls in Northern Ireland Schools Get Trousers Option
Northern Ireland schools must now allow girls to wear trousers as uniforms from next year, confirms Education Minister Paul Givan's revised guidelines.
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British Crypto Billionaire Donates Record £36M to Reform UK
Ben Delo, a cryptocurrency billionaire pardoned by Trump, makes historic £36m donation to Reform UK. Breaking records in British political funding.
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Hospitality Sector Opposes Tourist Tax Powers for English Mayors
Hospitality industry warns of job losses as ministers grant mayors power to levy tourist taxes on hotels and Airbnbs without spending controls.
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Rantzen: Physical Decline Prevents Swiss Assisted Dying Plan
Esther Rantzen, 86, reveals she's too physically fragile to travel to Switzerland for assisted dying after terminal lung cancer diagnosis in 2023.
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Labour Selects Camden Leader Sagal Abdi-Wali for Starmer's Seat
Sagal Abdi-Wali, former child refugee from Somalia, chosen as Labour candidate for Holborn and St Pancras byelection vacated by PM Keir Starmer.
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Childcare Cliff Edge: Chancellor Urged to Fix £100k Benefits Loss
UK childcare benefits create a £100k threshold where parents lose 30-hour entitlements. Critics urge Chancellor to remove this cliff edge affecting work decisio...