Rishi Sunak insists his new Rwanda legislation "blocks every single reason that has ever been used to prevent flights" and claims going any further would mean "the entire scheme will collapse".
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"Stop the boats" was Rishi Sunak's refrain, while "smash the gangs" is Sir Keir Starmer's - both a central promise of their premierships, both proving more.. Sky News
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp has argued that migration deals similar to those in Italy will not be effective as a deterrent. His comments follow official figures showing that over 800 migrants crossed the English Channel in the past week. Philp acknowledged that prevention deals could be a “constructive step,” but insisted they would not succeed without a proper deterrent, while defending the previous government's Rwanda deportation plan. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Three visitors' books from Downing Street signed by some of the most famous names in modern history have been released to the public for the very first time. Sky News
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer welcomes the Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah to Downing Street.
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Sir Keir Starmer has held a meeting with the Emir of Qatar in 10 Downing Street, on the final day of his state visit to the UK. The prime minister hailed the "strong partnership" between the two countries and the Emir paid tribute to the "great relationship we have together". Qatar's Emir was then shown the Treaty of Friendship, which was signed between the two countries in Geneva in 1971 after the country declared its independence. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Prime Minister Keir Starmer hosts his Greek counterpart, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, in Downing Street to discuss 'common issues', and build on the countries' 'strong partnership'. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer arrives at the annual Lord Mayor's Banquet at the Guildhall in central London. He will later deliver a speech, and will say “Britain is back” on the world stage, and will be a “trusted ally in uncertain times”, Downing Street indicated. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan says he is happy to finally be working with a government that is working with him for London, including long term funding deals for TfL and support for HS2 into Euston.
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The banks of Bridgewater Canal have collapsed near Little Bollington in Cheshire following heavy rain, flooding nearby fields and leaving barges stranded. Drone footage showed the extent of the collapse that occurred early in morning of Wednesday 1 January. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A major incident has been declared in Greater Manchester after severe rainfall on New Year’s Day caused widespread flooding. Homes have been evacuated, train lines and roads have closed, and a canal has collapsed following heavy rain. The Met Office says some parts of the North West saw almost a month’s worth of rain within 48 hours. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The number of patients being diagnosed with cancer at an early stage in England has reached a record high. Nearly three in five patients are being diagnosed at stages one and two, when the cancer is easier to treat. Pressures on the NHS however, mean targets for starting treatment are still not where they'd like them to be, said Professor Peter Johnson, Clinical director for cancer, NHS England.
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A major clean-up operation is under way in parts of Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Cheshire after heavy rainfall overnight into New Year's Day. Hundreds of residents were forced to evacuate from their homes after floodwater reached the second floor of their apartment building, and cars were left submerged in rainwater on the A555 Manchester Airport relief road in Handforth. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Several New Conservatives have left 10 Downing Street after meeting with Rishi Sunak as he attempts to try to avert a mass rebellion by right-wing Tory MPs against his Rwanda plan. Report by Ajagbef...
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