Under-pressure Putin to Ukraine: Give up territory before I’ll join negotiations January 5, 2023 President Vladimir Putin told Turkey’s Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday that Russia was open to dialogue over Ukraine but that Kyiv would have to accept the loss of territories claimed by Russia, the Kremlin said. “Vladimir Putin reaffirmed Russia’s openness to a serious dialogue, provided that the Kiev authorities fulfill the well–known and repeatedly voiced requirements [...]
Shocking revelations in leaked extract of Prince Harry’s book: ‘William physically attacked me and branded Meghan “abrasive” January 5, 2023 The Duke of Sussex has reportedly claimed he was physically attacked by his brother over the younger prince’s marriage to Meghan Markle. In a leaked extract of his highly anticipated autobiography, Spare, to The Guardian newspaper, Prince Harry alleged the confrontation took place at his London home in 2019 and had left him with a [...]
Starmer promises Labour will deliver ‘decade of renewal’ after doubts cast over Sunak pledges January 4, 2023 A Labour government will deliver “a decade of national renewal” to show “the light at the end of the tunnel” for the British people, opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer will claim in his first speech of 2023 tomorrow. Speaking in Stratford, East London, Starmer, 60, is set to characterise the more than decade of Conservative [...]
Rishi Sunak: I’ll halve inflation and get the economy growing again January 4, 2023 Rishi Sunak has pledged to halve inflation and bring down NHS waiting lists, as he set out a fresh vision for his premiership with five promises to voters. In his first major speech of 2023, the Prime Minister promised to deliver “peace of mind” to the public, even as his Government grapples with an NHS [...]
From strikes to the NHS there is plenty going on – but Rishi Sunak is right to put “maths ’til 18” at the top of the agenda January 4, 2023 From the NHS’ well documented woes to rail strikes and Brexit, there is much on the government’s plate – but Rishi Sunak is right to put a light on Britain’s poor levels of numeracy, argues Sam Sims, the CEO of charity National Numeracy When there is so much else on the government’s domestic agenda – [...]
Truss warns Sunak not to shelve childcare reform plans January 4, 2023 Rishi Sunak has been warned by his predecessor Liz Truss not to ditch her childcare reforms, amid reports that the Prime Minister is moving to shelve the plans. Ms Truss, who resigned from office after only a few weeks, had been considering a range of reforms designed to ease the cost burden on parents. But [...]
Airlines ‘extremely disappointed’ by wave of China-targeted Covid restrictions January 4, 2023 The global industry body for airlines has said it is “extremely disappointed” by countries’ decisions to introduce restrictions on travellers from China after Covid cases have skyrocketed in the country following Beijing’s decision to ditch its zero-Covid policy. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which represents around 300 airlines across the globe, described the wave [...]
Russia pins blame for Ukraine deaths on soldiers using mobile phones – as some call for Putin to launch further mobilisation January 4, 2023 Russia has blamed the illegal use of mobiles for its latest setback in the Ukraine War, with anger directed away from Vladimir Putin
Covid-hit China: What is Britain and the rest of the world doing on travel restrictions? January 4, 2023 Covid-19 cases have shot through the roof in China – but Beijing premier Xi Jingping is still dead set on removing the zero-Covid policy, including removing restrictions on travel. Countries across the world are being forced to once again grapple with what restrictions to put in place to reduce the spread of Covid-19 and any [...]
Matt Hancock leaves Matt Hancock app – and tells followers they can find him on TikTok January 4, 2023 Matt Hancock has said “farewell” to his app after almost five years and told its users they will be able to get his latest updates on TikTok. The former health secretary and I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 2022 contestant launched the “Matt Hancock MP” app in 2018. At the time, Mr Hancock [...]