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Chancellor Sunak Affirms Commitment to Net Zero without Adding to Household Bills

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Summary: Chancellor Rishi Sunak pledges to progress towards net zero emissions without adding to household bills amidst high inflation rates. The government boasts a commendable track record in environmental efforts compared to other countries, reassuring citizens about their commitment to balancing sustainability and affordability. Sunak confirms the government's progress in delivering a million new homes, with a focus on ensuring homeownership opportunities for all in the right way. The practical approach includes encouraging home expansions in suitable locations, investing in brownfield sites, and supporting the planning syst...

Lib Dems Call for General Election to Remove 'Clowns' from Number 10

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Summary: Liberal Democrats demand a general election to remove 'clowns' from Number 10. Party leader, Ringmaster Rishi, accused of being out of touch and lacking ideas. Lib Dems aim to end the 'shameful spectacle' with a call for change. The Liberal Democrats have launched a scathing attack on the current government, calling for a general election to oust what they refer to as 'clowns' from Number 10. The party's leader, Ringmaster Rishi, has been ac...

Michael Gove Warns Against Turning Net Zero into a Crusade

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Summary: Michael Gove warns against turning net zero into a religious crusade, advocates for a balanced approach to environmental measures. Recent by-election results indicate parties are reevaluating their stance on green issues and their impact on voter perception. Debate surrounds whether public backlash is due to environmental policies or localized campaign strategies. The Sunday Telegraph leads with a warning from the levelling up and housing secretary Michael Gove that th...

Do Green Policies Cost Political Votes? Tories Divided on Climate Action

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Summary: The Conservative Party is divided over the impact of green policies on political votes. The upcoming by-election in mid-Bedfordshire will likely serve as a significant electoral test. Some Tories believe that toning down the party's green agenda might attract more voters. The Liberal Democrats are seeking a middle ground between climate action and economic concerns. Craig McKinney, Tory MP, suggests a more cautious approach to climate action, emphasizing domestic gas and nuclear power. ...

Farage vs NatWest: 'Banks don't have the right to judge customers' opinions!' argues David Mellor

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Farage vs NatWest: 'Banks don't have the right to judge customers' opinions!' argues David Mellor Summary: Former cabinet minister David Mellor criticizes NatWest's actions and emphasizes banks' role in providing financial services, not judging customers' opinions. The controversy escalated when NatWest allegedly lied about the reasons for closing Nigel Farage's account, igniting public demands for accountability. Calls for Dame Alison Rose's questioning by MPs gain momentum as the public seeks transparency and consequences for the bank's actions. The scandal highlights the broader issue of banks' involv...

Dan Wootton Claims He's Victim of Smear Campaign

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Dan Wootton Claims He's Victim of Smear Campaign Summary: GB News presenter Dan Wootton claims he's the victim of a smear campaign. Allegations surfaced on social media, accusing Wootton of offering money for sexual material. Wootton's ex-partner revealed he used a pseudonym to carry out his actions. News UK is investigating the allegations, while Byline Times published further claims against the presenter. Wootton denies the allegations during his show to viewers. ...

Boris Johnson nominates his Dad for knighthood

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Boris Johnson nominates his Dad for knighthood Quite astonishingly, there is something at the bottom of this story that I want to discuss because it is, I don't know any way to talk about it, except to say something that rhymes with Bucketuck. Which is quite astonishingly, it's not from the WhatsApps that have been released, but this is news that came in yesterday. Boris Johnson's resignation honours lists, which contain so many unexpected recommendations for an honours taking a long time to get approved. He's nominated his own dad Stanley for a knighthood. That's him. Right. Now, this is a man whose achievements involve breaking his wife's nose, repeatedly cheating on his family, spawning a shed load of Johnson's that we could probably all do without. Being a go between for Boris with Chinese politicians that he couldn't otherwise meet and more recen...