From chlorinated chicken to the NHS: What could be in a UK-US trade deal?
Friday, 28 February 2025 Donald Trump has put the possibility of a long-awaited UK-US trade deal back on the table after a key meeting with "Starmer the charmer" in Washington.
Donald Trump has hinted that a trade deal may be on the cards with the UK which would allow for tariffs between the two nations to be lifted. The US President called Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer a "tough negotiator" and said he had tried to persuade him not to impose trade tariffs on the UK. "I...
Wes Streeting has hit back at Nigel Farage after the Reform UK leader suggested an insurance-based healthcare system. The Reform UK leader has suggested that some British families could be forced to pay health insurance to use the NHS if he was prime minister. Reacting to the comments, Mr Streeting said: "I think Nigel Farage and Reform are a real threat to our NHS. It might be alright for Mr Moneybags but that's not what most people in this country can afford." Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A health minister says the system NHS England staff were working in was "set up to fail", after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced he would abolish the body and bring management of the health services back into "democratic control". Karin Smyth adds, "it's double-running, it's bad for the staff, it's bad for taxpayers and worst of all it's bad for the patients". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Robert Jenrick says "there is an argument for abolishing NHS England", provided it is accompanied by "serious reforms that get waiting lists down". The shadow justice secretary adds, "we haven't yet seen serious reforms from this Labour government". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The chancellor says the current welfare system "is not working for anyone", after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced the abolition of NHS England. Rachel Reeves adds, "we need to reform our public services and we need to reform our broken welfare system". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
U.S. Congressman Al Green has vowed to launch impeachment proceedings against Donald Trump within 30 days, calling the former president a “Goliath” who has amassed dangerous levels of power. Speaking at the “Hands Off!” protest rally in Washington, Green likened himself to David and accused Trump of illegally dominating Congress, the military, and the justice system. The protest also condemned Trump and Elon Musk for their alleged corruption and control over federal policy. Green’s move marks a third push to impeach Trump, despite Republican dominance in both the House and Senate.
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Financial Analyst Myron Jobson reacts to President Donald Trump’s imposition of US trade tariffs, calling it a "bloodbath". According to Jobson, “markets have been very nervous about what’s been going on”.
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Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Modi, urging India to build a resilient, production-based economy amid US tariffs troubles. He highlighted Trump's tariffs causing.. IndiaTimes
Elon Musk has issued a stark warning about mass migration in Western Europe, calling it “a crazy thing” that may soon spark terrorism and mass killings. Speaking via video to Italy’s Lega Nord party, Musk warned that an unchecked influx of foreigners could lead to the destruction of host nations. Referencing surging asylum numbers in the EU, Musk stressed that even a small demographic shift could alter national identity. His remarks come amid rising tensions over immigration and trade, with EU leaders bracing for consequences from U.S. tariff moves under Trump.
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Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander promises to “restore certainty” for British car manufacturers as Sir Keir Starmer announces he will relax rules around electric vehicles after carmakers were hit by President Donald Trump's tariffs.
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Sir Keir Starmer promised "bold changes" as he announced he will relax rules around electric vehicles after carmakers were hit by Donald Trump's tariffs. Sky News
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French President Emmanuel Macron may soon take a leading role in representing the EU’s interests in potential talks with Russia over the Ukraine conflict, according to a report by The Telegraph. While UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer has ruled out engagement, Macron is reportedly open to negotiation “when the time is right.” With Washington’s efforts ongoing and Trump hesitant, Europe’s "coalition of the willing" is eyeing Paris to spearhead talks. Moscow has denied receiving formal proposals. Tensions remain high as ceasefire violations continue and fears of NATO escalation grow.
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Sir Keir Starmer has said his government stands ready to use industrial policy to "shelter British business from the storm" after Donald Trump's new 10% tariff.. Sky News
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride warns that the UK could face higher prices, job losses, and lower wages without a trade deal with the US. He said that businesses, investors, and stock markets are unhappy,..
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch calls on the government to agree a trade deal with the US as soon as possible, saying “now is the time for us to kickstart that and move at speed”.
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