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Labour Faces Significant Seat Losses to Reform UK in New Mega-Poll

A new mega-poll by Focaldata, surveying nearly 18,000 voters, indicates Labour could lose up to 76 seats to Reform UK in a hypothetical election, primarily due to dissatisfaction with Labour's policy delivery among "moderate, interventionist" voters; this highlights a broader fragmentation of the Br...

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Heathrow Expansion Sparks Major Political Backlash in UK

The UK government announced plans to expand Heathrow Airport, a decision sparking controversy due to environmental concerns, regional inequality issues, and internal party divisions, despite potential economic benefits.

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Prince Andrew: A Valuable Communication Channel for China?

Newly released court documents reveal Prince Andrew was viewed as a "valuable communication channel" by China, prompting a UK ban on alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo, who cultivated close ties with the Duke of York and potentially British politicians, raising national security concerns.

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Electoral Commission Probes Labour Over Potential EU Funding

The UK Electoral Commission is investigating claims that the Labour Party received indirect funding from the EU via a joint conference and publication with the Fabian Society, following a 30,000 GBP fine against the EU-funded FEPS think tank for this collaboration.

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Channel 4 Docuseries Sparks Debate on Asylum Seekers

Channel 4's "Go Back to Where You Came From" follows British citizens recreating asylum seekers' journeys, sparking polarized reactions and raising crucial questions about immigration and media influence.

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Reform MP avoids suspension despite assault conviction

Reform UK MP James McMurdock, convicted of assaulting his girlfriend in 2006, will not face suspension despite a recent report highlighting a worsening epidemic of violence against women and girls in the UK; his conviction was not disclosed prior to election.

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Gender Equality
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Reeves's U-Turn on Heathrow: Growth Trumps Green Agenda

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves's support for Heathrow's third runway, despite previous environmental objections, prioritizes economic growth over climate concerns, sparking internal party conflict and environmental criticism; the decision is based on a Heathrow-commissioned report with questionable...

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Shell's Jackdaw Gas Platform: Court Ruling Delays Drilling, but Installation Proceeds

A Scottish court ruled that the previous UK government unlawfully approved Shell's Jackdaw gas platform and Rosebank oilfield due to inadequate environmental assessments, halting drilling until new permissions are granted; however, Shell plans to install the Jackdaw platform this spring, pending new...

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Rugeley Reflects Rise of Populism in Britain

In Rugeley, England, the closure of an Amazon warehouse and economic hardship have fueled support for populist leaders, as evidenced by significant local support for the Reform UK party and the admiration expressed by residents for Donald Trump's decisive style of politics.

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UK Government Announces Welfare Reform to Curb \£100bn Sickness Benefit Costs

The UK government will implement welfare reforms to reduce the \£100bn projected cost of sickness benefits by the next election, aiming to incentivize work and address concerns over system abuse, despite political opposition from Labour.

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Mandelson Reverses Stance on Trump, Citing Changed Circumstances

British Ambassador to the US, Peter Mandelson, reversed his 2019 criticism of President Trump, describing his previous comments as "ill-judged", citing changed circumstances and Trump's reelection as key factors.

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UK Government Fails to Curb Violence Against Women and Girls Amidst Worsening Epidemic

A UK government report criticizes the failing efforts to combat violence against women and girls (VAWG), revealing a worsening epidemic despite past strategies and promises; sexual assault prevalence rose from 3.4% to 4.3% annually, while the Home Office underspent its VAWG budget by 15% on average.

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