Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden defended Labour’s welfare reforms, saying they aim to support those who cannot work while encouraging employment for those who can.
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An Israeli government spokesperson said suggestions that the IDF targets aid workers are "blood libel," after a Labour MP called for investigations into attacks.. Sky News
Labour has pledged to stick to its manifesto commitments as talks have continued over the prospect of a youth mobility scheme with the EU. Environment secretary Steve Reed confirmed the government will not be returning to Freedom of Movement or the Single market or customs union. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A former Labour MP who resigned from the Party over her gender-critical views has told ITV News there's no way back with Sir Keir Starmer in charge. Rosie Duffield has faced accusations of transphobia over her views on gender. Following the Supreme Court's ruling last week that the definition of a woman is based on biological sex, there are calls for her to be allowed back. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Can Reform UK turn votes into seats - and from there into power? How far do the Tories have to fall? How unpopular is Labour now that it's in government? We find.. Sky News
Civil Service credit cards will be frozen this week under plans to reduce their numbers by 50% and slash Government spending. The Cabinet Office will order almost all of the 20,000 procurement cards used by civil servants to be frozen. Cabinet Office minister Pat McFadden said the so-called government procurement cards should only be provided to officials when it is essential. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Ministers are set to implement “radical” reforms to the civil service, focusing on improved efficiency and performance. Under new proposals, under-performing staff could leave voluntarily, and senior officials' pay will be linked to performance. Pat McFadden stressed the need for better value for money and greater freedom for civil servants. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch accuses Labour of “chasing Reform”, saying “they want to sound like they’re strong on migration". Her comments come as the government introduces new measures to deny asylum seekers the right the stay in the UK if convicted of committing sexual offences. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey condemns Belfast-based rap group Kneecap for making “outrageous” remarks as footage emerges of one of its members appearing to say "kill your local MP".
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Two men accused cutting down the landmark Sycamore Gap tree on Hadrian's Wall in 2023 arrive in court. Daniel Graham, 39, and Adam Carruthers, 32, deny two counts each of criminal damage - one to the tree and one to the ancient Roman-built wall.
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Cabinet ministers arrive in Downing Street as the government introduces new measures to deny asylum seekers the right the stay in the UK if convicted of committing sexual offences.
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Shadow Crime and Policing Minister Matt Vickers mocks Labour’s new law on asylum seekers saying, “the immigration system is an utter disaster”. The government plans to ban migrants convicted of sex offences, home secretary Yvette Cooper says.
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The Conservatives have branded the Government’s welfare reforms as too little, too late, with Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall being urged to be tougher. Shadow work and pensions secretary..
Shadow Scotland Secretary Andrew Bowie said Labour’s welfare reforms may have more support from Conservatives than Labour MPs, accusing Sir Keir Starmer of walking back on ambitious plans. Bowie..