Both Labour and Conservatives have raised red flags over a proposed Chinese super-embassy in London.
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp said the US was right to be concerned, claiming Labour is “cosying up to China” at the cost of national security.
Meanwhile, Technolgy Secretary Peter Kyle says the UK has longstanding, secure processes in place to monitor foreign diplomatic sites, adding the public should feel reassured.
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Labour MP Stella Creasy has urged Sir Keir Starmer to recognise the state of Palestine now, warning that waiting could end hopes of a two-state solution. One of over 200 MPs to sign a letter to the Prime Minister, Creasy said: “Time is running out for Palestine,” and called recognition a powerful step towards securing a ceasefire and lasting peace. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Jeremy Corbyn has promised “a new kind of political party” as he launched a new outfit with Zarah Sultana. At the moment there is no agreement on the party’s name, but Mr Corbyn denied that the launch had been “messy”. Mr Corbyn led the Labour Party from 2015 to 2020 before being suspended following a row over a report into antisemitism in the party. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has defended Labour's record on returning asylum seekers and criticised Reform UK for ''continuously attacking'' the police. It comes as the Chief Constable of Essex Police has denied that officers drove counter-protesters to a demonstration outside a hotel housing asylum seekers after claims made by Nigel Farage. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp dismisses Labour’s latest migrant strategy, claiming it will only return 6% of illegal Channel arrivals and calling it “just another gimmick”. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp attacks the government’s pay deals with junior doctors, accusing Labour of failing to get results or stop strikes. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Conservatives’ Chris Philp says he has “no faith whatsoever” in the government’s “one in, one out” illegal migrant deal with France, describing it as a “gimmick”. The shadow home secretary adds the agreement “won’t be a deterrent at all.” Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chris Philp has hit out at the government for "losing control of the borders" as it emerged illegal migrants have been working for food delivery companies. The shadow home secretary said the government "needs to come down on Deliveroo, UberEats and JustEat like a ton of bricks". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Angela Rayner brands shadow home secretary Chris Philp "Johnny Come Lately", after he accuses the government of prioritising immigrants over young people when it comes to housing. In a back and forth in the Commons, Mr Philp claims landlords are being offered "above market deals" to secure properties for "illegal immigrants". Report by Blairm. 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 “real deal” 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 “reward” Hamas after its October attack. The leader of the Conservative Party said a two-state solution remains the goal but “now is not the time.” On the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, she called images of starving civilians “heartbreaking” 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
Kemi Badenoch is reshuffling her shadow cabinet today - and former foreign secretary James Cleverly is set to return to the Conservative frontbench, Sky News.. Sky News
The Lionesses’ 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
Nigel Farage stands by his demands for a Cabinet minister to apologise for accusing him of being on the side of “extreme pornographers”. It comes as Technology Secretary Peter Kyle hit out at Reform UK’s pledge to scrap the Online Safety Act if they were to get into power. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
An ally of Donald Trump and critic of the Online Safety Act is to raise his concerns about the UK legislation with Technology Secretary Peter Kyle on Wednesday,.. Sky News
Peter Kyle has refused to apologise to the leader of Reform UK and doubled down on his comments, saying “Nigel Farage is on the side of predators and paedophiles and needs to be called out for it.” It comes as the leader of Reform UK called on Mr Kyle to apologise for the “disgusting” comments. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Speaking ahead of the Tuesday Cabinet meeting on Gaza, Science & Innovation Secretary Peter Kyle said he would not “pre-empt” the meeting, but added the Prime Minister was “deeply moved” and “disturbed” by “horrific images” coming from Gaza. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Peter Kyle has rejected calls for the UK to immediately recognise Palestinian statehood, insisting it must be part of a wider political solution. The Technology Secretary said Labour remains committed to recognition but stressed the current focus should be on easing suffering in Gaza and securing a ceasefire. Report by Covellm. 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 “substantive steps” to end the “appalling situation in Gaza”, Sir Keir Starmer has said. The UK and its allies need to see “at least 500 trucks entering Gaza every day” 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 three-minute silence was observed at 3pm on Tuesday in Southport to mark one year since the attack. Bebe King, six, Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, and Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, were all killed at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class on 29th July 2024. People were asked not to leave flowers at the scene or at the schools the girls attended as the town continues to rebuild after the tragedy. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A three-minute silence was observed at 3pm to mark a year since Axel Rudakubana launched his attack on a Taylor Swift-themed dance class and murdered Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
England manager Sarina Wiegman said winning the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 was ''like a dream come true'' after the Homecoming Victory Parade. The Lionesses were cheered by thousands of fans along the Mall after the team defended their title. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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