Kemi Badenoch warned that the Conservatives would lose “every single” council they won in 2021 if the general election results were applied to May's local elections. The Tory leader acknowledged the party’s “greatest defeat” in history and predicted a tough battle ahead, although she hoped for slightly better results. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer defended Labour’s economic record since coming into Government, amid questions from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch on why Rachel Reeves will hold her spring statement next week. The Prime Minister said: "We have delivered record investment into this country, had three interest rates cuts in a row, and wages are going up faster than prices which is a massive cost-of-living boost." Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Kemi Badenoch says it is time to be more realistic about net zero, insisting it is “impossible” to reach the target by 2050. Speaking in London, the Conservative Party leader insists she wants ‘a better future and a better environment for our children, but we have to get real’. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Conservative co-chairman Nigel Huddleston says the party has a strong track record of delivering value for money through better services at lower costs. He praised local Tory councillors for their commitment to community issues like road maintenance and social care, while downplaying defections as a normal part of politics. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Conservatives have branded the Government’s welfare reforms as too little, too late, with Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall being urged to be tougher. Shadow work and pensions secretary Helen Whately told the Commons: "The fact is £5 billion just doesn’t cut it. With a bill so big, going up so fast, she needed to be tougher." Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Ed Davey called for Britain to have a "closer relationship to our European colleagues" as Friday marked the fifth anniversary of Brexit. "We need to get rid of the red tape and the barriers that businesses face," Mr Davey added. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch said there is "still a lot more to do" on Brexit's fifth birthday. Ms Badenoch called for Sir Keir Starmer to "look at where the opportunities are" as she expressed hopes for a trade deal with the US.
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Policing minister Dame Diana Johnson said the government is still hoping for a "better deal" five years on from Brexit. "We don't think that the deal the previous government negotiated was a good one - we think there's more that we can do," she added. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Common European System for Returns aims to speed up deportation of asylum seekers who aren't permitted to stay in the European Union. In an unexpected move, it also opens the possibility to build the controversial detention centres outside the bloc.
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EU-Central Asia cooperation expands as Commissioner Síkela’s visit seals major deals
European Commissioner for International Partnerships Jozef Síkela visited Central Asian countries to advance the Global Gateway investment strategy.
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As EU defence spending surges, would Brits support the creation of a European army?
Almost half of Brits would support the creation of a European army that included the UK, apart from Reform UK voters who are sticking close to the US.
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Europe’s marine sector needs workers, while young former inmates need jobs. “Turning Blue,” an EU-funded project, aims to offer young offenders a new life at sea while helping fill crucial industry gaps.
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Eurobarometer survey: Europeans still prioritise security and defence investment
Citizens are also demanding greater competitiveness from the EU, as well as the strengthening of the economy and industry to meet global challenges.
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