Burnham says he will not vote on the Government’s new assisted‑dying proposal — deliberately sitting it out so he doesn’t sway Labour MPs — and he’s warning ministers that the Government must stay strictly neutral on the issue. Burnham is formally recusing himself from the assisted‑dying vote to avoid influencing MPs, making clear it’s aContinue reading “No Nudging, No Signalling — Burnham Stays Neutral”
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Steak And Champagne In Westminster — Bless ’Em, May The Indigestion Hit Harder Than The Budget
Should supermarkets stop acting like pork is the Beyoncé of the meat aisle and give halal chicken, lamb and beef the VIP treatment? Naturally, it’s not about giving Muslims “preference”; it’s simply acknowledging that 4 million of them live here and perhaps the meat aisle needn’t resemble a pork‑themed art installation curated by someone who saysContinue reading “Steak And Champagne In Westminster — Bless ’Em, May The Indigestion Hit Harder Than The Budget”
Motive Identified. Classification Updated
Counter-terror officers are now investigating the suspected murder of former minister Ann Widdecombe as “new information and evidence have come to light”, Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) South East said. A murder inquiry was started after Widdecombe was discovered dead at her home on Thursday. Police believe she was attacked at around 12.30 pm on WednesdayContinue reading “Motive Identified. Classification Updated”
Taxpayer Money Bought Burnham’s London Flat
According to reports, Andy Burnham is so devoted to the north that he will stay there even once he is appointed prime minister, declining the Downing Street grace-and-favour apartment that comes with the position. However, he has not always been so opposed to making his home in the capital at the public’s expense. In hisContinue reading “Taxpayer Money Bought Burnham’s London Flat”
Keir Starmer’s Resignation Speech
Keir Starmer has now formally delivered his resignation speech outside No 10. He appeared visibly emotional and was supported by his wife, Lady Victoria Starmer, whom he described as his “rock” during his final moments as Prime Minister. Starmer stepped out of Downing Street with Lady Victoria beside him, to applause from staff, and gave aContinue reading “Keir Starmer’s Resignation Speech”
Pensioner TV Licences Updated By Government
The government’s latest update confirms that free TV licences will not be restored for all pensioners, despite a fast‑growing campaign calling for the £180 annual fee to be scrapped once people reach retirement age. The Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) says there are ‘no plans’ to bring back universal free TV licences forContinue reading “Pensioner TV Licences Updated By Government”
Amid Soaring Energy Prices, Reeves Warns Middle-Income Families Won’t Get Help
Rachel Reeves will make it clear that middle-class people won’t receive government support for their soaring energy costs. The Chancellor is expected to make clear that any bailout will be targeted rather than universal as she responds to the Middle East situation. In a Commons statement, she will also outline plans to prevent price ‘gouging’.Continue reading “Amid Soaring Energy Prices, Reeves Warns Middle-Income Families Won’t Get Help”
Will Keir Starmer’s Shambles Hand Farage The Keys To No 10?
Nigel Farage will now gear Reform up to be prepared in case Labour’s descent into chaos initiates a snap general election. In a speech this afternoon, Mr Farage will lay out his intentions for his front-bench team and urge party members to be prepared to cast ballots before the end of the year. While there are expected toContinue reading “Will Keir Starmer’s Shambles Hand Farage The Keys To No 10?”
Deputy PM David Lammy Claimed Almost £7,000 For Help With His Tax Returns
David Lammy has charged taxpayers nearly £7,000 for help with his tax return. The senior Labour MP used his Commons expenses to pay accountants’ fees 10 times before the practice was outlawed last year. Figures published by the Parliamentary pay body reveal that he first used public money for the service back in 2012, with a £936 claimContinue reading “Deputy PM David Lammy Claimed Almost £7,000 For Help With His Tax Returns”
Anger As Sir Keir Starmer To Approve Chinese Mega-Embassy
Keir Starmer was accused of ‘kowtowing’ to China as he is poised to approve its ‘mega’ embassy. It is understood that the Prime Minister will announce a decision next month despite warnings over national security. It comes in the same week as MI5 cautioned MPs about a security threat from Chinese spies aiming to penetrate Parliament. Reports that Sir KeirContinue reading “Anger As Sir Keir Starmer To Approve Chinese Mega-Embassy”
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