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Coronavirus pandemic shows UK not ready for climate crisis, stark report claims
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Coronavirus pandemic shows UK not ready for climate crisis, stark report claims
Britain is “acutely vulnerable” to the impacts of climate change and a potential environmental crisis, a leading think tank has warned.
UK faces 'cultural catastrophe' if £100bn industry not supported, cross-party MPs say
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UK faces 'cultural catastrophe' if £100bn industry not supported, cross-party MPs say
The UK faces a "cultural catastrophe" if the £100bn industry is not supported in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, a cross-party group of MPs has warned.
Labour warns number of patients waiting more than six weeks for life-saving tests has rocketed amid coronavirus pandemic
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Labour warns number of patients waiting more than six weeks for life-saving tests has rocketed amid coronavirus pandemic
The number of patients having to wait more than six weeks for potentially life-saving diagnostic tests has skyrocketed amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to new analysis by Labour.
Victory for campaigners as MPs will not debate bullying and harassment sanctions
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By Sebastian Whale
Victory for campaigners as MPs will not debate bullying and harassment sanctions
MPs will not debate the most serious sanctions against a member determined by an independent panel after a widespread backlash to the plans by parliamentary staff and unions.
Boris Johnson 'will not hesitate' to bring back lockdown if coronavirus spikes — as Chris Whitty says two-metre move not ‘risk-free’
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Boris Johnson 'will not hesitate' to bring back lockdown if coronavirus spikes — as Chris Whitty says two-metre move not ‘risk-free’
Boris Johnson says he "will not hesitate" to re-introduce lockdown measures at a local and national level if Covid-19 infection rates spike, after announcing further relaxations on restrictions.
Liberal Democrat leadership race: Wera Hobhouse drops out and backs Layla Moran
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Liberal Democrat leadership race: Wera Hobhouse drops out and backs Layla Moran
Wera Hobhouse has dropped out of the Liberal Democrat leadership race and thrown her weight behind fellow contender Layla Moran.
Minister says government ‘aspiring’ to reopen gyms in mid-July as they miss out on latest lockdown easing plan
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Minister says government ‘aspiring’ to reopen gyms in mid-July as they miss out on latest lockdown easing plan
The Government has an “aspiration” to re-open gyms and other indoor leisure centres in mid-July, the Culture Secretary has said.
Government will spell out plan to implement full Windrush review before summer, Priti Patel says
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Government will spell out plan to implement full Windrush review before summer, Priti Patel says
The government will share its plan to implement all recommendations set out in a review into the Windrush scandal in full before Parliament breaks for summer, Priti Patel has confirmed.
Daily coronavirus press conferences scrapped by Downing Street after PM unveils easing of lockdown rules
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Daily coronavirus press conferences scrapped by Downing Street after PM unveils easing of lockdown rules
Government press conferences updating the nation on the coronavirus response will no longer be held daily, Downing Street has revealed.
Pubs, restaurants, hotels and hairdressers to re-open as Boris Johnson unveils biggest easing to lockdown after relaxing 2-metre rule
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Pubs, restaurants, hotels and hairdressers to re-open as Boris Johnson unveils biggest easing to lockdown after relaxing 2-metre rule
The hospitality industry will be able to re-open from 4 July as Boris Johnson unveiled the biggest easing of lockdown restrictions yet.
Coronavirus: Social distancing guidelines to be cut from two metres to 'one metre plus'
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Coronavirus: Social distancing guidelines to be cut from two metres to 'one metre plus'
Social distancing guidelines will be cut from two metres to "one metre plus", as Boris Johnson sets out plans to continue to ease the national lockdown.
Explained: All the key changes to England's coronavirus lockdown announced by Boris Johnson as two-metre rule cut
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Explained: All the key changes to England's coronavirus lockdown announced by Boris Johnson as two-metre rule cut
Boris Johnson has announced a major relaxation of the coronavirus lockdown restrictions in England. But what are the details of the new plans and how will it impact on our day-to-day lives?
The Breakfast Briefing: Boris Johnson to unveil lockdown plan, Sajid Javid doubts recovery PLUS coping without party conference
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The Breakfast Briefing: Boris Johnson to unveil lockdown plan, Sajid Javid doubts recovery PLUS coping without party conference
Good morning and welcome to the PoliticsHome Breakfast Briefing for Tuesday, June 23.
Boris Johnson expected to say cinemas and pubs can reopen as two-metre rule scrapped
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Boris Johnson expected to say cinemas and pubs can reopen as two-metre rule scrapped
Boris Johnson is expected to confirm on Tuesday that cinemas, pubs, museums and galleries in England will be allowed to reopen from July 4.
Coronavirus: Ex-Chancellor Sajid Javid urges Rishi Sunak to focus on growth not austerity after pandemic
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Coronavirus: Ex-Chancellor Sajid Javid urges Rishi Sunak to focus on growth not austerity after pandemic
The former Chancellor Sajid Javid is urging his successor Rishi Sunak to focus on growth not austerity when the UK comes out of the coronavirus pandemic.
Ministers urged to use coronavirus economic recovery plan to slash carbon emissions
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Ministers urged to use coronavirus economic recovery plan to slash carbon emissions
Six select committee chairs have written to the Prime Minister urging him to use the coronavirus economic recovery plan as a chance to also slash carbon emissions.
Lockdown curbs for coronavirus 'shielding' group to be eased from July, Matt Hancock confirms
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Lockdown curbs for coronavirus 'shielding' group to be eased from July, Matt Hancock confirms
Restrictions for people in the coronavirus 'shielding' group are set to be eased from early July, Matt Hancock has confirmed.
Reading attack: Threat from 'lone actors' growing, warns Priti Patel
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Reading attack: Threat from 'lone actors' growing, warns Priti Patel
The threat from “lone actor” terror attacks is growing, Priti Patel has warned, in the wake of the Reading stabbings which left three people dead.
Government to set out plans next week for 'full return of every single child' to school in September
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Government to set out plans next week for 'full return of every single child' to school in September
Detailed plans for "a full return of every single child" to school in September will be set out by the government next week.
Boris Johnson has 'full confidence' in Robert Jenrick despite new twist in Tory donor planning row
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Boris Johnson has 'full confidence' in Robert Jenrick despite new twist in Tory donor planning row
Number 10 said Boris Johnson still has "full confidence" in Robert Jenrick despite new revelations in the row over a Tory donor's planned development.
Downing Street to keep plans to relax Sunday trading rules ‘under review’ amid revolt by Tory MPs
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Downing Street to keep plans to relax Sunday trading rules ‘under review’ amid revolt by Tory MPs
Downing Street has said it will keep plans to relax Sunday trading rules “under review” after Tory MPs threatened to revolt over the measure.
No car-crash interviews, bad sandwiches or warm wine: what political insiders really think about the cancellation of party conference
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No car-crash interviews, bad sandwiches or warm wine: what political insiders really think about the cancellation of party conference
September is a big month in the Westminster calendar. Each autumn sees politicos in their droves pack their weekend bags, don their lanyards and stock up on Lemsip in a bid to stave off the dreaded conference cold.
The Breakfast Briefing: Boris Johnson’s two-metre plan, ‘appalling’ Reading terror, and Tory trouble on Sunday trading
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The Breakfast Briefing: Boris Johnson’s two-metre plan, ‘appalling’ Reading terror, and Tory trouble on Sunday trading
Good morning and welcome to the PoliticsHome Breakfast Briefing for Monday, June 22.
‘At least 50’ Tory MPs would oppose plan to rip up Sunday trading laws, Boris Johnson is warned
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‘At least 50’ Tory MPs would oppose plan to rip up Sunday trading laws, Boris Johnson is warned
Boris Johnson’s plan to lift the six-hour cap on Sunday shop opening hours could be heading for trouble amid warnings that at least 50 Tory MPs will vote against them.
Builders could work longer hours to halt coronavirus spread as ministers unveil construction sector rescue plan
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Builders could work longer hours to halt coronavirus spread as ministers unveil construction sector rescue plan
Construction sites could see longer working hours to help them maintain social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic, ministers have said.
Coronavirus: DWP ‘must not ignore’ people claiming legacy benefits after Universal Credit boost
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Coronavirus: DWP ‘must not ignore’ people claiming legacy benefits after Universal Credit boost
The Government must boost a host of legacy welfare benefits to help people cope with the coronavirus crisis, MPs have said.
Coronavirus: Boris Johnson to unveil findings of two-metre rule review this week
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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson to unveil findings of two-metre rule review this week
Boris Johnson will announce the findings of the Government review into the two-metre coronavirus social distancing rule this week, it has been confirmed.
Boris Johnson says he is 'appalled and sickened' by Reading terror attack
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Boris Johnson says he is 'appalled and sickened' by Reading terror attack
Boris Johnson has said he is "appalled and sickened" by the Reading attack which left three people dead and three others seriously injured.
Shaun Bailey claims he has Boris Johnson's personal backing after rumours of plot to oust him as London Mayor candidate
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Shaun Bailey claims he has Boris Johnson's personal backing after rumours of plot to oust him as London Mayor candidate
Shaun Bailey has claimed Boris Johnson gave him his personal backing as London Mayoral candidate following rumours of a Tory coup to remove him.
Coronavirus: Matt Hancock suggests people might have to register before going to the pub
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Coronavirus: Matt Hancock suggests people might have to register before going to the pub
Matt Hancock has suggested people might have to register before going to the pub under new plans for easing the coronavirus lockdown.
Rishi Sunak reportedly mulling VAT cut to boost economy amid coronavirus slump
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Rishi Sunak reportedly mulling VAT cut to boost economy amid coronavirus slump
Rishi Sunak is reportedly considering a VAT cut to get the economy moving as the UK continues to emerge from lockdown.
Coronavirus: 2m distancing rule could be relaxed this week, ministers suggest
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Coronavirus: 2m distancing rule could be relaxed this week, ministers suggest
The two-metre social distancing rule could be relaxed this week following a review of safety implications, ministers have hinted.
Russia report: MPs urge Boris Johnson to 'get a grip' over security committee delay
Foreign affairs
Russia report: MPs urge Boris Johnson to 'get a grip' over security committee delay
MPs have urged Boris Johnson to "get a grip" over the delay in establishing a key parliamentary committee responsible for publishing a report into Russian interference in UK politics.
Teachers urged to curtail summer holiday as experts warn of looming child mental health crisis
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Teachers urged to curtail summer holiday as experts warn of looming child mental health crisis
Teachers are being urged to curtail their summer holiday to help get schools ready to re-open, as experts claim the UK faces a looming child mental health crisis.
WATCH Free school meals u-turn, Priti Patel hits out at 'far-right thugs' and Dawn Butler's racism warning: catch up on the week in Parliament
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By Eleanor Langford
WATCH Free school meals u-turn, Priti Patel hits out at 'far-right thugs' and Dawn Butler's racism warning: catch up on the week in Parliament
Catch up on the week in Parliament with our three-minute round-up
Tory activist suspended for tweeting that Labour MP Naz Shah should ‘go back to Pakistan’
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Tory activist suspended for tweeting that Labour MP Naz Shah should ‘go back to Pakistan’
A Conservative party activist has been suspended by the party after reportedly tweeting that a Labour MP should “go back to Pakistan”.