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UK Government Takes Control of Steel Plant Amidst Trade War and Political Pressure

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer intervened to take effective state control of Britain's last virgin steel plant from its Chinese owners in response to Donald Trump's tariffs, aiming to counter the political threat from Nigel Farage's Reform UK and address the concerns of working-class voters.

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Birmingham Bin Strike Continues Amidst Concerns Over New Labor Laws

A strike by 170 Birmingham bin workers, ongoing since March 11, continues despite a council offer; only 40 remain unmoved, raising concerns about potential wider impacts of proposed pro-union labor law changes.

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Birmingham Bin Strike Continues Despite Improved Offer

Birmingham bin workers' strike, ongoing since March 11th, continues despite a "significantly improved" pay offer; approximately 17,000 tonnes of rubbish has accumulated, causing public health concerns and prompting government intervention.

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Birmingham Garbage Strike Creates Public Health Crisis

A month-long garbage strike in Birmingham, UK, caused by job cuts and pay reductions for garbage collectors amid the city council's financial crisis, has resulted in overflowing trash piling up, causing health concerns and disrupting daily life.

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Starmer Unveils Economic Plan to Counter US Tariffs

Keir Starmer announced measures to support the UK car and pharmaceutical industries following US tariffs, including relaxing electric car targets and streamlining clinical trials, in response to market downturns and warnings of an "age of insecurity".

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Labour MP Arrested on Suspicion of Rape and Child Sex Offences

Labour MP Dan Norris, 65, was arrested on April 4th, 2025, on suspicion of rape, child sex offences, child abduction, and misconduct in a public office; the alleged offences span from the 2000s to the 2020s, leading to his suspension from the Labour Party and resignation from his charitable position...

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Birmingham's Waste Crisis: Strike Highlights Austerity's Impact

A six-week refuse workers' strike in Birmingham, UK, caused by council cost-cutting measures following financial difficulties, has resulted in overflowing bins, particularly impacting poorer residents; the government urges a resolution, while the union proposes debt restructuring.

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NASUWT Faces Backlash Over Nomination of Wrack

The NASUWT teaching union nominated Matt Wrack, lacking teaching experience and known for a combative approach, as its next general secretary, prompting government concern and raising questions about his suitability given his past political affiliations and handling of antisemitism claims.

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UK Prioritizes US Trade Deal Over Immediate Retaliation to Import Tariffs

The UK government published a list of US products facing potential import tariffs, but Prime Minister Starmer is prioritizing negotiations for a bilateral trade deal with the US instead of immediate retaliatory measures, seeking lower tariffs and a reduction in UK taxes on large tech companies while...

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Labour Faces Reform UK Challenge in Runcorn By-election Amidst Economic Uncertainty

The upcoming Runcorn and Helsby by-election reveals a challenge for Labour due to voter dissatisfaction with their handling of economic anxieties and immigration concerns, with Reform UK capitalizing on this sentiment by promising stricter immigration and tax cuts.

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UK MPs Barred from Israel Amid Gaza Conflict Tensions

Two British Labour MPs, Yuan Yang and Abtisam Mohamed, were barred from entering Israel, prompting a diplomatic row after Israel accused them of planning to "document the activities of the security forces and spread anti-Israel hatred.

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Labour MP Arrested on Rape and Child Sex Offenses

Labour MP Dan Norris was arrested on suspicion of rape and child sex offenses following a police raid on his home; the offenses allegedly occurred between the 2000s and 2020s, and he has been suspended from the Labour Party.

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