Dominic McGrath
Politics11 Dec 2024
What is in the Windsor Framework? MPs approve Rishi Sunak’s deal
Commons approves proposals PM agreed with European Commission president despite Tory and DUP opposition
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Charlie Bird: From roving reporter to campaigner
The Irish broadcaster brought stories from around the world to TV screens across the country.
12 Mar 2024
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UK-registered cargo ship ‘under attack’ near Yemen – reports
A UK-registered cargo ship has come under attack off the coast of Yemen, according to reports.
19 Feb 2024
Politics19 Feb 2024
Teachers given new guidance to stop children using phones in schools
New guidance instructs headteachers on how to ban the use of phones not only during lessons but during break and lunch periods as well
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Navalny death likely to be discussed in Commons as MPs return
The Government is currently weighing up its response to the death of the jailed opposition leader.
19 Feb 2024
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‘Scandalous’ if watchdog role empty when Rwanda plan starts, says inspector
It emerged last year David Neal’s three-year term would end next month.
18 Feb 2024
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Sunak warned against ‘playing footsie’ with Farage and Reform UK
Lord Patten’s warning came after the blow of twin by-election defeats.
18 Feb 2024
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UK weighs up response in wake of Navalny death
Lord Cameron signalled that there could be fresh sanctions against Russia officials, following the death of Alexei Navalny.
18 Feb 2024
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Kemi Badenoch hits out at former Post Office chairman in Horizon row
The Government has denied Henry Staunton’s claim that he was told by a senior civil servant to ‘stall’ spending on compensation to subpostmasters.
18 Feb 2024
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Starmer says ‘fighting must stop now’ in Gaza conflict
Sir Keir Starmer has called for a ‘ceasefire that lasts’ in Gaza during a speech to the Scottish Labour conference.
18 Feb 2024
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Labour still considering SNP motion on Gaza ceasefire, says Lammy
Labour has not ruled out backing an SNP vote on an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, in a sign the party leadership hopes some arrangement can be found.
18 Feb 2024
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Minister rejects claim Post Office compensation stalled ahead of election
Former chairman Henry Staunton claimed he was told to ‘stall’ spending on compensation. The Government has firmly denied the accusation.
18 Feb 2024
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Rwanda flights will take off ‘as soon as possible’, says minister
Illegal migration minister Michael Tomlinson defended the Government’s flagship asylum policy.
18 Feb 2024
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Government rejects claim Post Office compensation stalled ahead of election
Former Post Office chairman Henry Staunton said he was told by a senior civil servant to ‘stall’ spending on compensation to subpostmasters.
17 Feb 2024
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Ministers urge police to make ‘robust use’ of powers over MPs’ safety fears
It comes after activists calling for a ceasefire in Gaza gathered at the Dorset home of Tobias Ellwood.
17 Feb 2024
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Labour will deal with Trump if he becomes president, says Starmer
Sir Keir Starmer said that his party would remain fully committed to Nato if it wins office at the next election.
17 Feb 2024
Politics17 Feb 2024
Cameron warns of ‘consequences’ following Alexei Navalny’s death
Protests and gatherings took place around the world after news emerged of the death of the jailed Russian opposition leader
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Starmer nearly quit after Hartlepool by-election defeat, says new biography
The by-election loss in May 2021 in the Co Durham constituency was a bitter blow to Sir Keir Starmer and his top team.
17 Feb 2024
Politics
UK stresses Kyiv backing amid Zelensky appeal at Munich conference
Lord Cameron has repeated his call for Republican politicians in Washington not to frustrate funding for Ukraine’s war effort.
17 Feb 2024
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Starmer set to attend major Munich security conference
Foreign Secretary David Cameron, alongside fellow world leaders, has been attending the annual event.
16 Feb 2024
Politics
‘Come together’ Sunak tells Conservatives after twin by-election blow
Rishi Sunak has called on British conservatives to ‘come together’, after a bruising set of by-election defeats in Wellingborough and Kingswood.
16 Feb 2024