PM says government will 'look at every conceivable way' to stop Gerry Adams payout
Wednesday, 15 January 2025 Sir Keir Starmer has said he will "look at every conceivable way" to stop former Troubles internees claiming compensation after a report warned ex-Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams is in line for "a payday from the taxpayer".
The BBC has been ordered to pay Gerry Adams £84,000 after he won a libel case against the broadcaster. Adams said the case was about “putting manners on the BBC” and claimed it was out of step with the peace process in Ireland. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
G7 allies will discuss further sanctions on Russia if Vladimir Putin does not agree to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine, Sir Keir Starmer has said. Sky News
Sir Keir Starmer meets Canadian PM Mark Carney in Ottawa, calling UK-Canada ties “very much needed in the here and now.” The leaders discussed democratic values, trade, and security, with Starmer stressing the need for de-escalation in the Middle East ahead of G7 talks.
Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Keir Starmer is welcomed by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at Rideau Cottage ahead of the G7 summit. The pair share beers while watching the Stanley Cup Final, as they discuss reviving UK-Canada trade talks and deepening economic ties. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Wednesday, 15 January 2025
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