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Starmer's Immigration Remarks Spark Political Backlash

Keir Starmer's comments on immigration, deemed by many as xenophobic, caused a major political controversy, with criticism from both the left and right, revealing deep-seated anxieties and highlighting the challenges of balancing immigration policy with public opinion.

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Conservative MP Charged with Sexual Assault

Patrick Spencer, Conservative MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich, has been charged with two counts of sexual assault following alleged incidents at London's Groucho Club in August 2023; he was suspended from the Conservative Party.

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UK Pride Organizers Ban Political Parties to Protest Anti-Trans Ruling

Four major UK Pride organizers banned political parties from their events to protest a UK Supreme Court ruling excluding transgender women from the legal definition of "woman" in the Equality Act, reflecting a global trend of anti-trans legislation.

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Gender Equality
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Jenrick Claims UK Already an 'Island of Strangers,' Despite Contradicting ONS Data

Robert Jenrick argued the UK is already an "island of strangers," citing high proportions of non-UK-born residents in certain cities; however, ONS data reveals that a majority in those cities report England as their country of birth, contradicting his claim and highlighting a complex debate about im...

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Fire Damages UK Prime Minister's Home; Police Investigate

A small fire damaged the front door of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's north London home early Monday morning; police are investigating, treating the incident as suspicious and involving counterterror police.

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UK Prime Minister Faces Backlash Over Divisive Immigration Crackdown

The UK prime minister's announcement of a proposed immigration crackdown sparked controversy due to his divisive language, drawing comparisons to Enoch Powell's 'Rivers of Blood' speech and eliciting criticism from multiple MPs, yet Downing Street confirmed he stands by his statement.

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Reform Leads Labour in YouGov Poll Amidst Internal Labour Divisions

A YouGov poll shows the Reform party with a five-point lead over Labour (28 percent to 23 percent), while the Conservatives lag at 18 percent; this follows Reform's recent local election victories and highlights internal divisions within the Labour party regarding economic policy and immigration.

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Arson Attacks on Properties Linked to UK Prime Minister Prompt Counterterrorism Investigation

A 21-year-old man was arrested in London on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after small fires were set outside two properties linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday and Monday; police say the Counter Terrorism Command is leading the investigation.

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Assisted Dying Bill Amendment Calls for Palliative Care Review

MP Kim Leadbeater is urging Parliament to support an amendment to the assisted dying bill, commissioning a review of palliative care services in England and Wales following concerns about quality and access, aiming for improvements alongside the assisted dying bill's implementation.

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Labour Unveils Immigration Plan: System Overhaul, No Cap on Numbers

Labour's new immigration plan, unveiled today, aims for a substantial reduction in net migration by reforming the system, requiring a decade-long residency for citizenship and English proficiency, but faces criticism for lacking a numerical cap, unlike the successful Reform UK approach in recent loc...

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Labour's Delay on Conversion Therapy Ban Sparks Outrage

The Labour government's continued delay in banning conversion therapy in the UK, seven years after its initial pledge, is facing criticism from LGBTQ+ campaigners, who argue it endangers LGBTQ+ individuals and sends a message that their safety is negotiable. The Scottish government has also suspende...

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UK Government Unveils Stricter Immigration Policies

Keir Starmer's government published a 69-page white paper on Monday proposing major changes to the UK immigration system to curb the rise of Reform UK in the polls by limiting foreign workers and prioritizing homegrown skills.

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