Children as young as 13 could be forced to have digital ID cards under ‘sinister’ strategies to expand the role of the state in people’s lives. A petition against digital ID signed by nearly three million people has been ignored by ministers who promised to press ahead with imposing them before the election. In aContinue reading “Labour Accused Of Developing A Surveillance State”
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Post Office Closures Will Hit Rural Areas Hardest
Labour has acknowledged that proposals to cut the number of post offices in half will disproportionately affect the elderly in rural regions. It says ‘nearly half’ of all those nationwide are no longer profitable and subsidies are unsustainable, meaning almost 6,000 of the 11,500 risk being scrapped. Part-time ones, which open a few days aContinue reading “Post Office Closures Will Hit Rural Areas Hardest”
Can Starmer Save The NHS With Online Appointments?
The Prime Minister will announce plans for a new virtual hospital to create millions of new appointments and help shorten waiting lists, as he will declare that a ‘new world is coming’. Keir Starmer will unveil plans for a new ‘online hospital’ in a bid to crack down on long waiting lists. Will the PrimeContinue reading “Can Starmer Save The NHS With Online Appointments?”
Will I Get Fined For Not Having A National ID Card, And What If I Don’t Have A Smartphone?
A government-issued digital identity card could be required by every adult in Britain under a ‘dystopian’ plan set to be announced by the Prime Minister. The ‘BritCard’ could be used to prove a person has the right to work in this country and even to access public services. The concept of a mandatory identification system hasContinue reading “Will I Get Fined For Not Having A National ID Card, And What If I Don’t Have A Smartphone?”
POLL OF THE DAY: Should Keir Starmer Be Ousted As Prime Minister?
Following the humiliating dismissal of Lord Mandelson, Keir Starmer is dealing with growing discontent from both political rivals and members of the Labour Party. New Labour architect Mandelson was dramatically sacked from his position as US ambassador on Thursday after the emergence of emails to notorious paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, describing him as his ‘best pal’. ManyContinue reading “POLL OF THE DAY: Should Keir Starmer Be Ousted As Prime Minister?”
Yvette Cooper Pays The Price For Huge Failures On Channel Crossings And Migrant Hotels
The Home Office has stumbled from one catastrophe to another during Yvette Cooper’s turbulent year in charge, and she is now paying the price for a litany of dismal failures. Chief among them is Labour’s derisory ‘smash the gangs’ promise to tackle the small boats problem, which has proved ineffective. The resulting increase in immigration isContinue reading “Yvette Cooper Pays The Price For Huge Failures On Channel Crossings And Migrant Hotels”
Keir Starmer Confirms: ‘It’s My Decision’ Angela Rayner Braces For Sack
If a standards inquiry reveals that Angela Rayner violated the ministerial code by failing to pay property taxes on her flat, Sir Keir Starmer has said that he is ready to fire her. On Thursday, Sir Keir admitted that the decision “falls on him” to axe Ms Rayner if the ethics probe rules she breachedContinue reading “Keir Starmer Confirms: ‘It’s My Decision’ Angela Rayner Braces For Sack”
Nigel Farage Slammed As A ‘False Patriot’
Nigel Farage is a “false patriot” who doesn’t care about working-class Brits, a senior union leader has said. TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak branded the Reform leader a “snake oil salesman” and accused him of sowing division for political gain. He urged Labour to take the fight to Mr Farage, and to show it’s on the sideContinue reading “Nigel Farage Slammed As A ‘False Patriot’”
Keir Starmer Sidelines Rachel Reeves
Keir Starmer sidelined Rachel Reeves as he strengthened his hold on economic policy through a significant reorganisation of the government. The Prime Minister recruited the Chancellor’s deputy and senior tax adviser to join his staff, and he appointed his own economic expert as a sign that he intends to oversee the autumn budget personally. TheContinue reading “Keir Starmer Sidelines Rachel Reeves”
Rachel Reeves’ Plan To Raise Landfill Tax
Rachel Reeves plans to increase landfill tax, which could slap £24,000 onto the cost of new-build homes, which will have a new impact on struggling first-time buyers. Industry chiefs fear the Chancellor’s ‘insane’ proposal could see a 36-fold increase to the levy, causing construction costs to soar. Critics have even claimed the ‘development killer’ schemeContinue reading “Rachel Reeves’ Plan To Raise Landfill Tax”