Conservative leader Rishi Sunak says he is wondering if he can be considered an "elder statesman" at the age of 44, as he responds to the King's Speech.
The former prime minister, offering advice to MPs tipped with a bright future, jokes in the Commons: "On the Government benches life comes at you fast”.
Mr Sunak goes on: "And before you know it you have a bright future behind you and you're left wondering whether you can credibly be an elder statesman at the age of 44." Report by Blairm.
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Despite concerns over funding, the Minister for Early Education, Stephen Morgan, has defended the rollout of free breakfast clubs in schools, insisting they will “make a huge difference to children’s lives.”
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The Conservatives leapt on Labour's idea for third country migrant "returns hubs" as evidence that cancelling their controversial Rwanda plan was a mistake. Sky News
Veterans Minister Alistair Carns says military morale is at its lowest in 14 years, with poor housing a major factor. Labour has pledged to upgrade 1,000 homes and introduce a consumer charter aimed at improving living standards and support for Armed Forces families.
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A former Labour MP who quit the party over Sir Keir Starmer's leadership has welcomed the landmark Supreme Court ruling on the definition of a woman as a.. Sky News
Kemi Badenoch has proposed scrapping the Net Zero agenda and reducing burdens on businesses to promote economic growth. The Conservative leader claimed that Labour have "broken their promises" regarding economic policies.
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Nigel Farage has claimed Reform UK is now the main challenger to Labour in the Midlands, North, Wales and Scotland, pushing the Conservatives into third place. In a campaign speech, he said voters felt betrayed by the Tories over Brexit and immigration, adding that backing the Conservatives in red wall areas would be a “wasted vote.” Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A Tory minister has urged the Welsh Government to reconsider its requirements around steel as the UK Government races to avert the shutdown of Britain's last primary steelmaking plant. Shadow business minister Dame Harriett Baldwin said it's a "critical part of our national infrastructure" that the Scunthorpe plant is "kept going".
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Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says the Conservative leader is wrong to say she had negotiated a modernisation plan with British Steel for electric arc furnaces at Teesside and Scunthorpe. Ms Badenoch posted on X on Friday saying as business secretary in the last Conservative government she had negotiated the proposal, but it was "bungled" by Labour. After intervening, Ms Badenoch says: "Labour cannot negotiate. We were negotiating a modernisation deal that would have had limited job losses, just like we had in Port Talbot”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Kemi Badenoch has accused Labour of dropping plans for five local grooming gang inquiries promised in January. The Conservative leader called for a full national inquiry and suggested a “cover-up”, claiming Labour's refusal to act shows dishonesty and a failure to deliver justice. She pledged to force another vote, warning the public would “see who is on their side”. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
There was no evidence of "two-tier policing" in the police's handling of riots that erupted after last year's Southport murders, a new report by MPs has found. The report by the Home Affairs Committee, published on Monday, examined the police response to disorder that broke out following the stabbings in July last year. Commenting on the findings, former Metropolitan Police chief Dal Babu said there are "some lessons for the police to learn particularly around how they deal with social media". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The UK is keeping its options on the table for retaliating to US tariffs “if necessary”, Sir Keir Starmer has told a senior group of MPs. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The government will stand with families and businesses during the worrying economic period ahead, following Trump's tariffs, according to Rachel Reeves. The chancellor said "we've got your backs" during a statement to MPs in the Commons, during which she noted that tariffs "have and will continue to have huge implications for the world economy". Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Abtisam Mohamed and Yuan Yang were denied entry to Israel and have now arrived back in the United Kingdomm, landing at Heathrow Airport. The two Labour MPs said they had made the trip “to visit humanitarian aid projects and communities in the West Bank”. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Government has set out plans to divert up to two million patients from NHS waiting lists by the end of next year. Secondary Care Minister, Karin Smyth spoke about how the scheme which allows family doctors to seek advice from specialists before referring patients will be expanded with the support of an £80 million funding package.
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Karnataka's Deputy CM, DK Shivakumar, has stated that the state government will not make any hasty decisions regarding the 'caste census' report. The report,.. IndiaTimes
The Waqf Bill has ignited a fierce government vs opposition battle! Touted as a religious reform, the bill aims to reshape Waqf property laws, but critics call it a threat to minority rights. Will the Waqf Bill amendments bring transparency or fuel further disputes? As protests escalate, the nation watches closely. Stay informed on the latest developments, key provisions, and political reactions surrounding this controversial legislation.
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The government has welcomed delegates from more than 40 countries to London for the Border Security Summit. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper greeted counterparts from France, Germany, Italy and Spain, as well as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on the steps of Lancaster House, at a summit that aims to discuss the best ways to tackle migrant smuggling gangs and criminal networks. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Tories have criticised the government for not being “quicker” with talks about tariffs imposed by the US. Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride said Labour’s comments about Trump whilst they were the opposition were “unhelpful” and could have “soured” relations with the Trump administration. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Communities minister Jim McMahon said “significant progress” has been made in trying to deal with the tonnes of rubbish left to build up on the streets of Birmingham following strikes. Report by Chahalb. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Kemi Badenoch has paid tribute to Pope Francis, describing him as “all about service and humility” and calling his death a "poignant moment" for her Catholic family.
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Sir Keir Starmer has thanked New Zealand for its support for the coalition of the willing, highlighting the two countries’ shared values and close defence ties during talks with his counterpart, Christopher Luxon, in Downing Street.
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Sir Keir Starmer said it was “incredibly humbling” to see allied nations training Ukrainian troops, praising the “resilience” of the soldiers during a visit to a UK military base with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.
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Sir Keir Starmer has toured an army base in the west of England with New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon ahead of talks in Downing Street. Report by Chahalb. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The 2024 UK general elections saw Labour Party's landslide victory under Keir Starmer. A record 107 British-Indian candidates contested, with several winning seats, including Rishi Sunak, Kanishka..
Rishi Sunak has apologised after leading the Conservatives to their worst ever election result as a Labour landslide swept Sir Keir Starmer to No 10. The outgoing prime minister said he would quit as..