Chancellor announces billions in public transport investment
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Chancellor announces billions in public transport investment
Rachel Reeves has announced billions of pounds in funding for transport outside London, but also warns she has had to make difficult decisions ahead of her spending review next week.
The Ā£15.6 billion package for mayoral authorities includes funding to extend the metros in Tyne and Wear, Greater Manchester and the West Midlands, along with a renewed tram network in South Yorkshire and a new mass transit system in West Yorkshire.
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Sizewell C nuclear power plant construction to cost Ā£38bn as investors sign deal. Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the development would reduce the UKās reliance on āforeign dictatorsā for energy. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Rachel Reeves unveils proposals to reform the UKās financial sector and boost the economy and retail investment. The chancellor was speaking at the annual Financial & Professional Services Dinner at Mansion House in the City of London on Tuesday. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Shadow Business Secretary Andrew Griffith calls on chancellor Rachel Reeves to rule out tax rises on wealth creators ahead of her Mansion House speech this evening ā warning that āanother summer of uncertaintyā is āputting job hiring and investment on holdā. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says it is "clear" she was "upset" at PMQs on Wednesday, adding the reason she was tearful was down to a "personal issue". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer, Rachel Reeves and Wes Streeting tour a health facility in east London, as the government sets out its 10-year plan for the NHS. The chancellor could be seen smiling and laughing with her colleagues, a day after appearing tearful at PMQs. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Lionessesā celebrations continue as they go on an open-top bus parade through central London along The Mall and end at Buckingham Palace. Report by Gluszczykm. 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 Bostinā 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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The government has announced plans to build 40,000 new homes on brownfield railway sites. Discussing the plans,Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said it will lead to the "highest rate of house building in 40 years".
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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
The UK will recognise the state of Palestine in September unless Israel takes āsubstantive stepsā to end the āappalling situation in Gazaā, Sir Keir Starmer has said. The UK and its allies need to see āat least 500 trucks entering Gaza every dayā to deliver aid, the Prime Minister added. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A double-decker bus in Manchester crashed into a low canal bridge, tearing off its roof and injuring 15 passengers, including children. The accident occurred at Barton Road and Trafford Road in Eccles, Salford, with three passengers seriously hurtāone in critical condition. Doorbell camera footage captured the shocking moment of impact. Locals rushed to aid victims before paramedics arrived. Residents say this dangerous bridge has caused multiple crashes before. Greater Manchester transport officials have now launched an urgent investigation into the recurring hazard.
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Rachel Reeves doesnāt say whether the UK believes strikes by the US on Iran were legal. The Chancellor tells broadcasters during a visit in the West Midlands: "It is up to the US to make that case. We were not involved in these actions and, of course, we would never comment on the legal advice that the government receives." Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A yellow thunderstorm weather warning is in place for parts of England and Wales - as the heatwave across the country continues.
The warning is in place for parts of the East and West Midlands, North and East England, Yorkshire and Wales.
It will last from 3pm and will last until 4am on Sunday.
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The Government has approved over 50 road and rail projects across the UK as part of a Ā£92 billion transport investment plan. Minister Heidi Alexander said the schemes will support jobs, unlock housing..
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