Shadow Housing Secretary Kevin Hollinrake acknowledged the sensitivity of plans to demolish Grenfell Tower.
He stressed the need for government engagement with victims’ families and pledged to meet Grenfell United soon.
"The most important thing is that the victims and their families... feel they'll be listened to" he said, underlining the need for clear communication before any final decision.
Report by Covellm.
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The Conservatives have supported the government's standpoint that Ukraine must be present at peace negotiations attempting to put an end to the conflict with Russia. Shadow Levelling Up Secretary Kevin Hollinrake said he "welcomes Trump's efforts" to end the conflict but said that Ukraine "must be at the table, not on the table". Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Conservatives have said that the "disappointing" rise in inflation is a cause of worry. Kevin Hollinrake, Shadow Levelling Up Secretary, said the 0.5% rise in inflation from December to January was a direct result of Rachel Reeves' budget. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Kevin Hollinrake says the ceasefire deal agreed on Wednesday between Israel and Hamas is "great news" for the Middle East and the rest of the world. The shadow housing secretary adds that he is "surprised" Sir Keir Starmer is only today making his first visit to Ukraine since becoming prime minister. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The shadow housing secretary says, "it's good the economy is growing because it's not been growing since Labour took over". Kevin Hollinrake's comments come after latest figures show that the economy grew by 0.1% in November says the economic "black hole" that Labour claims it inherited from the previous Conservative government is "self-inflicted" and was caused by pay rises given to public sector workers "without any negotiation, without any strings attached in terms of productivity". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey criticised the government for failing to properly consult bereaved families before confirming Grenfell Tower’s demolition. He urged the importance of involving survivors and relatives at every stage. Davey also encouraged ministers to speed up the removal of dangerous cladding from other buildings to prevent future tragedies. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Concerns have been raised over how many bereaved families were spoken to before the government’s decision to demolish Grenfell Tower. Deputy prime minister and housing secretary Angela Rayner met bereaved families on Wednesday evening to tell them the decision. Grenfell United, which represents some of the survivors and the bereaved, claims their voices have been ignored. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The captain of the Solong cargo ship who was arrested after crashing into an oil tanker in the North Sea off the coast of East Yorkshire is a Russian national, according to the ship's owner.
Police have opened a criminal investigation into the crash and arrested a 59-year-old man on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
One man is missing, presumed dead, following the incident.
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A government minister has described the US tarriffs on steel and aluminium "disappointing" as they take effect today. Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury James Murray confirmed the UK are in negotiations with the US "as we speak" but said the government is unlikely to immediately retaliate. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Manchester United have announced plans for a new 100,000-seater stadium to replace Old Trafford. Club co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe says it would be the “world’s greatest” football ground and would cost around £2 billion. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Triple-killer Kyle Clifford has been handed a whole-life order for the rape and murder of his ex-partner Louise Hunt, and the murder of her mother Carol Hunt and sister Hannah Hunt.
Clifford previously pleaded guilty to murdering Louise, Carol and Hannah, and was later convicted of raping Louise in a "violent, sexual act of spite".
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Kyle Clifford, 26, has been sentenced to life in prison for three counts of murder. The former soldier became "enraged" when his 25-year-old ex-girlfriend Louise Hunt ended their 18-month relationship. This led to him plotting the "carefully planned and executed" murders of her, her sister Hannah Hunt and mother Carol Hunt in Bushey, Hertfordshire, on 9th July 2024. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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