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Not even Liberal Democrats like Ed Davey, damning new poll reveals
An Ipsos poll released at the start of the Liberal Democrats’ annual conference reveals Ed Davey is unpopular even amongst his own supporters, facing the lowest satisfaction ratings of any major party leader amongst their membership. The findings highlight a significant challenge for the Lib Dems as they struggle to establish relevance in the current…
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Cost of housing migrants in taxpayer-funded hotels rises to £200 a night despite Government vowing to shut them down
The cost of housing asylum seekers in taxpayer-funded hotels has risen to £199 per person per night, despite the Government’s pledge to end the practice during the current Parliament. Ministers say they are moving people into rented accommodation and former military sites, while speeding up asylum decisions and closing hotel contracts. The Home Office attributed…
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Andy Burnham urged to increase bloated housing benefit bill by ANOTHER £2billion at the Budget by Labour’s favourite think tank
The Resolution Foundation has urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to increase housing benefit spending by £2 billion annually by linking Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates to local rental prices at the October 28 Budget. This matters because LHA rates have been frozen since April 2024 despite rising rents, leaving claimants with growing monthly shortfalls; the…
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The very catty battle to replace Karoline Leavitt as next press secretary: Why Trump allies have turned on CNN star frontrunner… Disney actress ‘auditioning’ against MAGA mouthpieces… and ‘flamed out’ loyalist who has ZERO chance
The White House has not rushed to appoint a successor to Karoline Leavitt, who left her press secretary role to spend more time with her young children. Several Trump allies are competing for the position, while Leavitt remains involved in advising President Trump through his political operation. Potential candidates include CNN commentator Scott Jennings, Alina…
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Russia plotting to deploy sinister new AI weapon to meddle in US elections, officials warn just WEEKS before midterms
US officials warn that Russia has authorised a covert online influence campaign ahead of November’s midterm elections, using social media and artificial intelligence to spread divisive political material and undermine confidence. The operation reportedly aims primarily to deepen existing divisions and create chaos, rather than directly alter voting systems or support one particular party. The…
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Labour council leader who compared St George’s flag campaigners to paedophiles survives no confidence vote again
Jeremy Newmark, leader of Hertsmere Council, remains in office after a proposal to place another confidence motion against him on the agenda ended in a 17–17 tie. The motion, brought by Reform UK councillors, followed the Labour–Liberal Democrat administration losing its majority and renewed criticism of Newmark’s conduct and leadership. The casting vote by Labour…
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‘Blasé’ Andy Burnham is urged to wake up to Putin’s ‘plans to attack Europe’ amid concerns warning signs are being missed
The article reports growing warnings from European leaders that Russia could intensify attacks against NATO countries, while accusing the UK Government of appearing insufficiently concerned. Poland’s Donald Tusk and France’s Emmanuel Macron urged greater urgency, as Russia was alleged to be conducting hybrid operations and testing European support for Ukraine. The report says drones and…
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Trump claims Denmark has handed over permanent control of Greenland in ‘infinite life’ agreement
President Donald Trump has announced an agreement granting the United States permanent control over Greenland’s security, describing it as an “infinite life” deal that represents a cornerstone achievement of his second term. Trump has positioned the acquisition of security control over Greenland as a national security imperative, citing the territory’s strategic Arctic location and concerns…
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Donald Trump says he is banning CNN and Politico from White House
Donald Trump has announced that CNN, MS NOW and Politico are being “immediately” banned from the White House, accusing them of repeatedly publishing false reports about his administration without citing specific examples. The decision has prompted condemnation from the affected organisations and the White House Correspondents’ Association, which say it threatens press freedom and the…
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Well hello Mary Lou! The Sinn Fein leader has had a glow-up that has made her look years younger. Here’s the inside story of how to replicate her re-style – from the woman who cut her hair!
Mary Lou McDonald, the Sinn Féin leader, garnered significant attention at a first ministers’ gathering in Cardiff this week with a striking new hairstyle and radiant complexion that observers noted made her appear considerably younger. The 57-year-old politician debuted a blunt-ended bob featuring a heavy fringe, which sparked media interest in the elements of her…