Tag #Uk 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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Prince Andrew Aide Admits Newsnight Interview Was 'Ill-Advised' in Letters to Alleged Chinese Spy

Prince Andrew's aide, Dominic Hampshire, admitted in letters to alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo that the Duke's 2019 Newsnight interview was "ill-advised", thanking Yang for his support in managing the fallout and highlighting efforts to improve Andrew's reputation in China.

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Blair Urges AI-Driven Reform of Public Services

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair proposes using AI, including digital ID and facial recognition, to reform public services, reduce crime, and improve border control, acknowledging privacy concerns but arguing for significant efficiency gains and public support.

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Poll Shows Widespread Support for Capping Political Donations in UK

A Survation poll for 38 Degrees reveals 60% public support for capping political donations in the UK, including over half of Reform UK voters, amid concerns about Elon Musk's potential multi-million-pound donation to the party and existing loopholes allowing overseas funding.

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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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Emails Contradict Prince Andrew's Statement on Epstein Contact

Newly released emails contradict Prince Andrew's claim that his last contact with Jeffrey Epstein was in December 2010, revealing communication between them until at least February 2011, including an exchange on the day a photo of Andrew with Virginia Giuffre emerged; this is part of a legal case ag...

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Conservative Party Faces Major Donor Shift to Reform UK

The Conservative party is experiencing a significant drop in donations as wealthy donors shift their support to Nigel Farage's Reform UK party, raising concerns about the party's electoral strategy and fundraising capabilities ahead of the next general election.

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UK Renames Submarine, Sparking Political Debate

The Royal Navy renamed its new Astute-class attack submarine from HMS Agincourt to HMS Achilles, prompting accusations of appeasing France and sparking a political debate, with a former Royal Navy commander calling the decision a "craven and contemptible surrender".

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Climate Activists' Appeal Hearing Met with Mass Protest in London

Hundreds of protesters, including celebrities, blocked a London road during the appeal hearing of 16 jailed Just Stop Oil activists, condemning their combined 41-year sentence as an attack on democracy and the rule of law.

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