Tuesday, 6 August 2024

Starmer says rioters can expect rapid sentencing

Teenager James Nelson is thought to be the first person to be jailed for their part in the disorder.

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Reeves refuses to rule out capital gains tax rise

It's important to "strike the right balance" when deciding on tax policies, the chancellor says.

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Tories can win next election, says leadership hopeful Jenrick

The ex-Home Office minister says his party must face "hard truths" before it can get back into power.

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Water companies face £168m fines over sewage spills

Thames Water, Northumbrian Water and Yorkshire Water face fines for repeated sewage leaks.

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Six months since Stormont returned, how is it going?

It has been six months since NI's devolved government was restored following a two-year hiatus.

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Bomb disposal robot destroys Labour MPs' Christmas cards

Remnants of Christmas cards intended for Labour MPs and constituency offices were found at the site. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SAC4cMi