Sir Ed Davey has spoken out in support of Keir Starmer's decision to scrap NHS England.
Speaking in Yorkshire on Thursday following the announcement, the Liberal Democrats leader said that while he supports the decision, more needs to be done.
"The truth is it's not the big issue in the NHS - the big issue is getting more GPs and NHS dentists," Mr Davey said.
Report by Kennedyl.
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Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey says he accepts the Supreme Courtās ruling that sex in the Equality Act refers to biological sex. He said the judgment brings clarity to a long-confused area of law but urged the government and Equality and Human Rights Commission to issue clear guidance to help businesses and individuals understand the implications. 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 says a future UK-US trade deal could harm British interests by undermining farming standards and online safety rules for children. Speaking during a campaign visit to Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire, the Liberal Democrat leader says any future agreement must be āfairā. His intervention follows comments by Vice President JD Vance that the US is āworking very hardā with the UK to negotiate a āgreatā deal. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The leader of the Liberal Democrats said the party has given the government their "full backing" to ensure a steel industry remains in the UK. It comes as British Steel staff and civil servants are racing to avert the permanent shutdown of Britain's last primary steelmaking plant. Sir Ed Davey condemned President Trump's tariffs and said it's "essential that we can have steel made in the UK". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Ed Davey said Parliament's recall to protect British Steel is essential amid āPutinās barbaric warā and Trumpās āoutrageous tariffsā. He said the Liberal Democrats will work constructively with the Government but warned nationalisation āshould not be off the tableā. Davey also called on Nigel Farage to apologise for supporting Trump, accusing him of being a āplastic patriotā who owes steelworkers an apology. Report by Covellm. 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 warns Donald Trumpās āoutrageousā economic policies have sparked a global crisis and put UK jobs at risk.
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The family of a man who committed murder during an escape from a secure mental health unit have told Sky News they were "failed" by the trust that was meant to.. Sky News
Pressure is mounting on the Government after over 100 women came forward to ITV News, believing they were exposed to Diethylstilbestrol, a controversial drug linked to cancer. Prescribed on the NHS for decades to prevent miscarriage, the drug's risks were known but not acted upon. Following recent reports, the chair of the Health Select Committee urged the Government to take further action to support affected families. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Health Minister Stephen Kinnock says he's 'very concerned' following an investigation that linked a pregnancy drug, prescribed to 300,000 women over nearly four decades on the NHS, to cancer and other serious health issues.
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Sir Keir Starmer was flying the flag for domestic steel production on Saturday as his government passed emergency legislation to give itself extraordinary powers.. Sky News
Sir Keir Starmer meets with British Steel workers near Scunthorpe shortly after the Steel Industry (Special Measures) Bill passed the House of Commons unopposed. The prime minister tells the steelworkers: "I felt it was really important today, having been in Parliament this morning, to come straight up here to see you face to face to have that discussionā. Report by Blairm. 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 departs 10 Downing Street and arrives at Parliament ahead of a debate and vote for emergency legislation to grant government control of British Steel. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The appointment of the inaugural chair of English football's new watchdog has been thrown into fresh uncertainty after Whitehall officials resumed contact with.. Sky News
Sir Keir Starmer has said the government will debate emergency legislation on Saturday to keep the British Steel plant in Scunthorpe open as "our economic and.. Sky News
The Prime Minister has vowed to upgrade struggling rail services between Manchester and Yorkshire as he announced Ā£415 million in transport funding. It comes after delays to the electrification of the TransPennine route upgrade between Manchester and York following the dropping of the Phase 2 HS2 extension. Sir Keir Starmer said he hopes to complete the project by 2030. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The government has announced Ā£415 million to upgrade struggling rail services between Manchester and Yorkshire. It comes after delays to the electrification of the TransPennine route upgrade between Manchester and York following the dropping of the Phase 2 HS2 extension.
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Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood opened Category C prison HMP Millsike in Yorkshire on Thursday. Ms Mahmood admitted the government "are filling prison spaces as fast as we can build themā and reforming short sentences alone will not be enough to ease overcrowding. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Solong struck the Stena Immaculate off the east coast of Yorkshire on Monday morning - one man is missing, presumed dead, following the incident. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
GPs have been reacting to the new contract set out by the government which allows patients to book more appointments online and end the "scramble for 8am slots". Dr Alison George, a GP in an A&E unit at Newcastle Hospital Trust, welcomed the changes, saying: "I think it is a positive announcement and it means we've got space to try and move things forward." Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
GPs in England have accepted contract terms which will help to end the ā8am scrambleā for appointments. Health Secretary Wes Streeting welcomed the news, saying: "This is the first time since the pandemic that a government has agreed to a deal with GPs. It brings an end to the dispute and the collective action GPs have been taking."
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Former Bank of England policymaker Michael Saunders welcomed Marchās lower inflation but warned it may be short-lived. He said rising energy bills, tax hikes, and fallout from US trade tensions could push UK inflation above 3% next month, while also slowing growth, investment and potentially increasing unemployment later this year. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Suzi Finlayson says her life was turned upside down after swimming in polluted sea water left her with a serious infection requiring open heart surgery. She now lives with a mechanical valve and ongoing health issues. Her story comes as Surfers Against Sewage report a 30% rise in water pollution incidents over five years. Finlayson called the lack of accountability ādisgraceful.ā 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 has welcomed the Supreme Court ruling that sex in the Equality Act refers to biological sex, calling it a victory for women defending their rights. Badenoch said single-sex spaces should be protected, with alternative provisions made for transgender people where needed. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Former SNP MP Joanna Cherry has welcomed the Supreme Courtās ruling on the legal definition of a woman, describing it as a key moment in the debate over sex-based rights. She said the judgment vindicates long-standing concerns but warned that it must now be properly implemented. Cherry urged political leaders to ensure the ruling is respected and reflected in everyday policy. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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