The prime minister says July’s election was a “massive petition” as he defends tax rises in the Budget.
Month: November 2024
Focus on families affected by harrowing deaths, says MP behind assisted dying bill
Kim Leadbeater says the vote on her assisted dying bill on Friday is likely to be “very close”.
Gambling slots online to be limited to £5 per spin
Government claims reforms will reduce gambling-related harm and raise funds to treat addiction.
Electric car targets under review as backlash grows
The government faces pressure from the industry to make changes to electric vehicle sales quotas.
Plan to boost NHS dental treatments ‘not on track’, says watchdog
Watchdog warns target of 1.5m more treatments unlikely to be hit as calls grow for major reform.
US bombing suspect ‘found in Wales’ 21 years on
Daniel Andreas San Diego is in custody after an operation backed by counter terror police.
Remains exhumed from cemetery in search for Troubles dead
The ICLVR says the timeframe and location “coincide with the disappearance of Joe Lynskey in 1972”.
Groucho Club closes over ‘serious crime’ claims
Westminster City Council says it suspended the Soho venue’s licence following a request by the Met.
MPs back plans for phased smoking ban
The legislation would make it illegal for anyone aged 15 or younger to ever buy cigarettes in the UK.
Vauxhall owner to close Luton factory
Motor giant Stellantis says it is closing the van making plant in the context of the UK’s rules on electric vehicle sales.
