Answer to Britain’s housing crisis? Labour announces plan to build on ‘grey belt’ land April 19, 2024 Labour have set out plans for a housebuilding drive on so-called ‘grey belt’ land in an effort to address the housing crisis.
‘Moral mission’: Sunak to reform benefits system in fight against long-term sickness April 19, 2024 Rishi Sunak has announced plans to reform Britain’s disability benefits system in what he called a “moral mission” to address the rise in long-term sickness.
Novacyt: UK Government’s £135m lawsuit against Covid-19 test-maker set for trial April 19, 2024 Biotech firm Novacyt will be in the English High Court in June as it is set to defend itself against the UK Government's £135m lawsuit over covid tests
Iran-Israel: UK urges ‘de-escalation’ in Middle East following ‘missile’ attack April 19, 2024 The government has said it recognises Israel’s “right to defend itself” but is pushing for “de-escalation” in the Middle East.
Rishi Sunak wants to end ‘sick note culture’ and get Britain back to work April 19, 2024 Rishi Sunak wants to end the “sick note culture” and get Britain back to work, in a major speech on welfare reform.
Sadiq Khan to launch manifesto with free school meals pledge April 18, 2024 Sadiq Khan is set to launch his manifesto in London today with a pledge to make his free school meals for primary pupil policy permanent.
PMQs sketch: Trusst back in politics? April 17, 2024 Thanks to Liz Truss, a surfeit of salad-related attempts at humour emerged during PMQs this week. We take you through the highlights.
UK smoking ban: everything you need to know April 17, 2024 Despite some opposition, the UK smoking ban bill passed with significant support, including backing from Labour MPs.
Alstom in ‘intense discussions’ over new Elizabeth Line trains to save Derby plant April 17, 2024 Train manufacturer Alstom is in “intense discussions” with the government over possible new train orders to save its struggling Derby plant.
IMF says the UK will be the fastest-growing major economy in Europe next year April 16, 2024 The projections suggest the UK economy is unlikely to generate much momentum this year, and will lag all G7 economies apart from Germany.