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Council in Nadine Dorries's Constituency Calls on Her to Quit 'Immediately'

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Summary: The Flickwick Town Council in Mid Bedfordshire is urging Nadine Dorries to resign 'immediately' following her previous announcement to step down. Despite her intention to resign on the 9th of June 2023, Dorries has not yet resigned, leading to frustration among her constituents. Mid Bedfordshire , a Conservative-held seat with a significant majority, will likely become a closely watched constituency in the event of a by-election . The Flickwick Town Council ...

Deny it or RESIGN! Jacob Rees-Mogg says BBC's Farage apology 'points finger' at NatWest CEO

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Summary: Senior Conservative MP Jacob Rees-Mogg calls for NatWest CEO Alison Rose to either deny the allegations against her or resign. BBC issued an apology to Nigel Farage, implicating Rose in the matter, leading to calls for her accountability. Rees-Mogg distinguishes between privacy for public figures and privacy for individuals with specific commercial relationships, emphasizing the need to protect the latter. Calls for a thorough investigation into the alleged privacy breach to determine Rose's suitability to lead NatWest. ...

Conservatives lose Selby and Ainsty to Labour in Record-Breaking Win

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Conservatives lose Selby and Ainsty to Labour in Record-Breaking Win Summary: Labour secures a historic win in the Selby and Ainsty by-election, defeating the Conservatives. The new MP, the youngest in the Commons, faces challenges in relating to younger voters' issues and tackling the cost of living crisis. Residents hope the fresh representation will bring solutions to economic challenges and resource deficiencies. Labour marks a historic victory in Selby and Ainsty, Yorks...

BBC Must Apologise for Incorrect Story, Jacob Rees-Mogg Asserts

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Summary: Jacob Rees-Mogg calls on the BBC to apologize for a story that was reported incorrectly. Rees-Mogg discusses the recent by-election results and the need to engage Tory voters for the upcoming general election. He advocates for getting rid of costly policies, reducing taxes, and lowering government spending. Rees-Mogg clarifies his support for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak while expressing his role as a backbencher to discuss and critique policies. The interview addresses the banking story involving Nigel Farage and the BBC's business editor, emphasizing the need for accountability if client confidentiality was breached. ...

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. ...