Chancellor dismisses reports of axing free school meals
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Chancellor dismisses reports of axing free school meals
Chancellor Rachel Reeves does not "recognise" reports suggesting that ministers are looking at reducing the number of children in England who receive free school meals.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the UK is âresolvedâ to secure the best possible trade deal with the US but is also seeking to boost ties with other countries. She stressed the importance of protecting British jobs and industry while continuing talks with American counterparts. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomed Februaryâs strong GDP growth but said more must be done to ensure itâs âfelt by families up and down the countryâ. She said Labour is ânot complacentâ and is pushing ahead with planning and regulatory reforms to âget Britain buildingâ and drive further economic growth. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves held her first EFD with India, signing a joint statement to enhance cooperation in defence, financial services, education, and development. Report by Chahalb. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The chancellor Rachel Reeves has said 'all options remain on the table' for the future of British Steelâs Scunthorpe plant amid suggestions the UK could nationalise the company.
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Rachel Reeves will seek to gauge the unfolding impact of President Trumpâs tariffs blitz on Wednesday when she holds talks with some of the Cityâs top.. Sky News
A 21-year-old criminology student has been jailed for life with a minimum term of 39 years for the murder of Amie Gray and attempted murder of Leanne Miles on Bournemouth beach. Nasen Saadi of Croydon, south London, fatally stabbed the 34-year-old physical trainer and seriously wounded her friend as the pair were enjoying a late-night chat at the Dorset seaside resort on 24th May last year. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves insists the digital services tax is "hugely important" amid media reports suggesting Britain could slash the levy on big tech companies in order to stave off American tariffs. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Bank of England has kept interest rates on hold at 4.5%, warning that US President Donald Trump's trade war has intensified global economic uncertainty. The Bank says there are indications an increasing number of companies plan to let workers go when national insurance contributions rise next month, which Governor Andrew Bailey says is a cause for concern. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Thomas Tuchel says he âfelt tension and pressure on the shouldersâ of the England players at last summerâs European Championship and hopes to âturn this aroundâ ahead of his first games as the teamâs new manager. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Zest Choir in South Gloucestershire offers a fun, supportive space for those who believe they canât sing. Meeting at Longwell Green Community Centre, the group focuses on building confidence and improving well-being. Founder Mary Williams said she created the choir to help people let go of fear and enjoy singing without judgment. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Unite the Union members hold a rally outside Birmingham City Council. It comes as Unite said its members voted overwhelmingly against what it described as the council's "totally inadequate" offer, which the union maintained still included pay cuts. 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 âfairâ. His intervention follows comments by Vice President JD Vance that the US is âworking very hardâ with the UK to negotiate a âgreatâ deal. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Nigel Farage says Chinese firms should have no role in UK infrastructure after ministers took control of British Steel. The government acted over the weekend amid fears its Chinese owner planned to shut Scunthorpeâs furnaces. Farage said China is ânot a friend of oursâ and warned the UK must âfind alternativesâ even if it means less investment. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Jonathan Reynolds says he is âdelightedâ vital raw materials have arrived to keep the blast furnaces operating at British Steelâs plant in Scunthorpe. Speaking at nearby Immingham Port, the business secretary also hinted at concerns over future Chinese involvement in the steelworks following a clear âdifference of opinionâ with its previous owners. 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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