Tories: We would ‘in principle’ support US attack on Iran
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Tories: We would ‘in principle’ support US attack on Iran
Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge says the Conservative Party would “in principle” support US military action against Iran “if they took the view, that on the basis of the intelligence it was necessary”.
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A grooming gang survivor speaks about leaving politics aside in order to solve and rebuild issues surrounding grooming gangs. Speaking at a press conference with Conservative Party Leader Kemi Badenoch Fiona, a victim of grooming, also advocates for prevention and encourages victims to come forward. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Conservative Party Leader Kemi Badenoch introduces a press conference with grooming gang survivors, insisting it is "not about politics".
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Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch arrives before addressing the Scottish Conservative Party conference in Edinburgh.
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Shadow Chancellor Sir Mel Stride describes Wednesday’s inflation figures of 3.4% as “pretty disappointing” saying it is “of this government’s making” 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
Economic secretary Emma Reynolds said victims of grooming gangs must be “front and centre” as the government delivers “truth and justice”. She accused the Tories of wasting time and said they should apologise, adding Labour is focused on action, not “scoring political points”. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The shadow chancellor says it is "deeply disappointing" that the economy shrunk by 0.3% in April, a figure higher than expected. Mel Stride adds, "this is a budget that's spiralling ever-upwards and this government is failing to get a grip on". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury Richard Fuller urged Rachel Reeves to keep to her fiscal rules as she unveils her spending review. He said that whilst it is nice to announce spending, “money doesn’t grow on trees” and tax rises must be avoided. While backing key infrastructure projects, he said Reeves must prove she can fund plans without “coming back for more taxes”.
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UK Ambassador to the US Lord Mandelson is amongst attendees as Sir Keir Starmer chairs an emergency Cobra meeting as Donald Trump considers whether to join Israeli strikes against Iran. Report by Blairm. 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
Liam Og O hAnnaidh, who performs under the name Mo Chara arrives at Westminster Magistrates Court charged with supporting a proscribed terrorist organisation. The rapper from the group Kneecap is accused of displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah at a London gig in November last year. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Housing minister Matthew Pennycook calls on Israel and Iran to “show restraint, to step back and give diplomacy a chance” but would not comment on “what the US may or may not be contemplating”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn