Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride warns that the UK could face higher prices, job losses, and lower wages without a trade deal with the US.
He said that businesses, investors, and stock markets are unhappy, urging the government to accelerate negotiations and secure a deal quickly to avoid economic difficulties.
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Sir Mel Stride defends a super injunction obtained by former defence secretary Ben Wallace to block the reporting a data leak relating to Afghan nationals who supported British forces during the Afghanistan War. The shadow chancellor says people could have been murdered and tortured had the Taliban got hold of the information. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Mel Stride, Shadow Chancellor said ''Putting taxes on businesses, borrowing a lot of money and spending a lot of money has kept inflation higher than it otherwise would have been.'' It comes as UK inflation rose to a near 18-month high in June as food prices surged for the third month running, according to official figures. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Mel Stride has appeared to distance himself from Robert Jenrick, who earlier posted a video on social media claiming Rachel Reeves' career as chancellor was "dead". The shadow chancellor adds, "everybody has their own particular way of conducting their politics". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Mel Stride admits he felt "very upset" seeing a tearful Rachel Reeves sitting opposite him at PMQs in the House of Commons. The shadow chancellor adds that he sent her a message to make sure she was alright. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Shadow Chancellor Sir Mel Stride describes Wednesdayâs inflation figures of 3.4% as âpretty disappointingâ saying it is âof this governmentâs makingâ after putting up National Insurance for employers in the last budget. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Priti Patel has claimed the prime minister was "under enormous political pressure" from his backbenchers to recognise Palestine as a free state. The shadow foreign secretary added that Keir Starmer's decision to recognise Palestinian statehood was "ill-timed". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Deputy Chairman for the Conservative Party Matt Vickers urges the government to secure a âreal dealâ as Sir Keir Starmer prepares to visit US President Donald Trump during his visit to Scotland.
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Kemi Badenoch has rejected calls for the UK to recognise Palestinian statehood, saying doing so now would ârewardâ Hamas after its October attack. The leader of the Conservative Party said a two-state solution remains the goal but ânow is not the time.â On the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, she called images of starving civilians âheartbreakingâ and blamed Hamas for prolonging the war. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir James Cleverly has returned to the Conservative frontbench as Kemi Badenoch announced changes to her shadow cabinet. Addressing the reshuffle during a visit to a housing site, Ms Badenoch said Mr Cleverly is "a very experienced member of the parliamentary party" who agrees with her position on the ECHR. "I wouldn't bring someone into the shadow cabinet if they didn't agree with me," she added. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The business secretary has unveiled plans to crack down on late payments to ease the burden on small businesses. Jonathan Reynolds said the small business commissioner is to be given powers to fine large companies which continue to pay their suppliers late. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Keir Starmer has announced plans to stabilise business rates and allow easier access to loans in a bid to support small businesses. In a speech delivered in Wiltshire on Thursday, the prime minister said 38 businesses are forced to shut every day due to late payments, costing the economy "ÂŁ11bn per year". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The government are cracking down on late payments by cutting red tape for small businesses. Discussing the plans, Business Minister Gareth Thomas said: "We are determined to crack down on late payments. It costs ÂŁ11bn to the UK economy every year. Potentially very significant fines if companies continue to make payments later in the day."
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A shadow minister has said the government's recognition of Palestine as an independent state is unlikely to happen. Keir Starmer said he would recognise the state if Hamas surrendered power. Shadow chancellor of Duchy of Lancaster Alex Burghart said: "Hamas is not about to lay down it's weapons and go quietly into the night. I just think this is nonsense really." Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sharon Osbourne broke down in tears as she paid tribute to her late husband Ozzy Osbourne at his coffin procession in Birmingham on Wednesday. The procession was accompanied by a live brass band performance by musicians from Bostinâ Brass. Sharon was supported by her children Kelly and Jack as she laid a single rose amongst the dozens of floral tributes to the late Black Sabbath star.
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