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5 days ago

Britain gets a defense boost aimed at sending a message to Russia, and to Trump

The threat we face is more serious, more immediate and more unpredictable than at any time since the Cold War, Keir Starmer emphasized.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

The UK's Cannabis Paradox: Leading Global Exports Amid Domestic Restrictions

UK is the largest producer and exporter of medical cannabis yet access remains limited for domestic users.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

First minister calls for end to two-child benefit cap

Eluned Morgan stated her government is "really worried about child poverty" and criticized the two-child benefit cap for preventing families from claiming essential benefits for additional children.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Will Netanyahu bow to pressure from his allies? podcast

The UK's position on Israel's actions has shifted, emphasizing extremism and urging for pressure through arms, trade, and recognition of Palestine.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Tories accuse Labour of decriminalising crimes' as plans to reduce sentencing announced UK politics live

Britain has seen a significant shift in its net migration figures, with an almost 50% fall in 2024, partly due to reductions in immigration from non-EU+ nationals.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Conservatives call for salary hike on work visas

The Conservatives propose raising salary thresholds for work visas to 38,700 while seeking to limit low-skilled immigration.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Conservatives call for salary hike on work visas

The Conservatives propose raising salary thresholds for work visas to 38,700 while seeking to limit low-skilled immigration.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on Labour and net zero politics: lean in and ignore bad advice | Editorial

The UK's Climate Change Committee warns that flooding is an immediate threat requiring urgent attention, amidst political distractions from impactful climate discussions.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

We've persuaded France to change rules to stop migrants reaching Britain, Cooper says

The UK has influenced France to intervene against migrant smugglers providing boat rides from the water.
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fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Business secretary signals major shift on electric car policy to safeguard Nissan's UK future

UK Government prepares to revisit EV sales targets to support Nissan's manufacturing in Britain.
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fromTheregister
3 months ago

UK needs to give more to ESA, says Brian Cox

The UK should collaborate with the European Space Agency for future space endeavors, as US partnerships are unstable due to variable funding.
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fromTheregister
3 months ago

UK needs to give more to ESA, says Brian Cox

The UK should collaborate with the European Space Agency for future space endeavors, as US partnerships are unstable due to variable funding.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Guardian view on the Gauke review: prison isn't working | Editorial

Prison overcrowding in England and Wales is a critical issue requiring urgent reform, focusing on prevention and rehabilitation alongside punishment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I'm delighted MPs are taking paternity leave if only it were as easy for the rest of us | Tommer Spence

The current paternity leave system in the UK excludes fathers and co-parents unless they have been with the same employer since the pregnancy started.
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