Sir Keir Starmer said he is prepared to align the UK even more closely with the EU, including the single market, if it is in the UK’s ‘national interest’. In some of his strongest comments yet about Britain’s post-Brexit relationship with Brussels under Labour, the Prime Minister said he would look at rules governing border checks. However,Continue reading “Starmer Prepares To Rip Up Brexit”
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Freddos Now Cost £1 In Inflation-Crippled Britain
It is the small frog-shaped chocolate bar beloved by Brits and fondly remembered for selling for just 10p. But now fans of Freddo have reacted after the iconic 18g chocolate was spotted on sale for £1. Although it is still available for less in numerous shops, the price represents a staggering tenfold increase since theContinue reading “Freddos Now Cost £1 In Inflation-Crippled Britain”
Labour Voters Hate Starmer More Than Thatcher
According to a poll, even Labour’s own supporters believe that Keir Starmer is proving to be a worse prime minister than Margaret Thatcher. More in Common’s research provided more proof that Sir Keir’s start in No. 10 has left the British people utterly disappointed. Questioned who has been the best premier in the past 40Continue reading “Labour Voters Hate Starmer More Than Thatcher”
As A Precaution, Electric Buses Are Taken Off The Roads After One Exploded On The School Run
Several electric buses have been removed from operation after last week’s school run in Wimbledon saw one catch fire. Commuters were swiftly evacuated after a huge blast ripped off the back off an Optare Metrodecker 1050 bus travelling from Mitcham to Raynes Park in South West London at 7.20 am on Friday, January 12. Consequently,Continue reading “As A Precaution, Electric Buses Are Taken Off The Roads After One Exploded On The School Run”
The Great Unwashed
Millions of hard-up Brits are cutting back on showers, washing clothes less and sharing baths to try to save money on energy and water bills. According to new research, an incredible 43 per cent of adults are taking fewer baths and showers, while almost half are washing their clothes less frequently to cut energy andContinue reading “The Great Unwashed”
For Sewage Spills, Water Companies Are Set To Avoid ‘Disproportionate’ Fines Of £250 Million
Water companies are set to evade fines of up to £250 million for spilling sewage into rivers and seas. Environment Secretary Therese Coffey is understood to believe the fines are disproportionate. Ministers last year pledged a rise in the maximum penalties from £250,000 following persistent spills, but Therese Coffey is said to have declined toContinue reading “For Sewage Spills, Water Companies Are Set To Avoid ‘Disproportionate’ Fines Of £250 Million”
Centrica’s Obscene Half-Year Profits Increase FIVE-FOLD To £1.34 Billion, Igniting Fury
British Gas owner Centrica sparked outrage after declaring profits had increased fivefold to £1.34 billion, just as it emerged UK household energy bills could soar to £500 a month amid Russian threats to cut Europe’s gas reserves. The bumper operating profit for the six months to the end of June compared to the £262 millionContinue reading “Centrica’s Obscene Half-Year Profits Increase FIVE-FOLD To £1.34 Billion, Igniting Fury”
Have We Gone Back In Time?
Households might have to turn down their thermostats and switch off lights to avoid blackouts under emergency plans. Government measures to tackle the energy problem this winter would include appeals to the public to cut down on energy usage in the event of an electricity or gas supply deficit. A document of contingency plans byContinue reading “Have We Gone Back In Time?”
Britain’s Energy Watchdog Urges Families To Turn Down The Heating By One Degree
The world’s energy watchdog has stated that families in Britain should turn down their heating by a degree to cut down Western reliance on Russian gas. The International Energy Agency (IEA) said its ten-point plan would cut gas imports from Russia to the European Union by more than a third in the coming year. ItContinue reading “Britain’s Energy Watchdog Urges Families To Turn Down The Heating By One Degree”