Labour has promised not to raise income tax or National Insurance if elected at the next general election – however, the party has not yet ruled out making some cuts to public spending. Speaking to the BBC, Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves stated she did not intend to make any spending cuts, but acknowledged the challenges… Continue reading Labour's Rachel Reeves rules out increasing income tax or NI
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National service explained: Rishi Sunak unveils Conservative election plan
The UK’s Conservative Party has revealed its plans for a new national service scheme, which would require all 18-year-olds to participate following a general election win on 4 July. Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, suggested that the scheme would provide young people with a reinstated sense of national pride and collective purpose. However,… Continue reading National service explained: Rishi Sunak unveils Conservative election plan
Anas Sarwar accused of 'hypocrisy' over Labour living wage plan
The Scottish Labour Party’s leader, Anas Sarwar, has said that not all staff currently receive pay equal to the real living wage at United Wholesale, a business owned by his family. Sarwar’s party has proposed new minimum pay rates linked to the cost of living in its “new deal for workers”. Should Labour win the… Continue reading Anas Sarwar accused of 'hypocrisy' over Labour living wage plan
Bournemouth stabbing: Police give reassurances following beach murder
Authorities are investigating the murder of a woman who was fatally stabbed on Durley Chine Beach in Bournemouth. The tragedy, which took place shortly before midnight on Friday, also left another woman, aged 38, seriously injured. A 17-year-old boy from Lancashire has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody. Dorset Police have… Continue reading Bournemouth stabbing: Police give reassurances following beach murder
Spitfire crash: Tributes to pilot killed at Coningsby
A pilot who died in a Spitfire crash near an RAF base in Coningsby has been honoured with tributes. The Royal Air Force announced that they would carry out an extensive investigation into the accident, which occurred shortly before 1:20 pm BST on Saturday. The Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, noted his shock at the occurrence,… Continue reading Spitfire crash: Tributes to pilot killed at Coningsby
Gwent Police: David Broadway would've been sacked if he hadn't quit
An investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct by David Broadway, the former head of criminal justice with Gwent Police, has found him guilty of gross misconduct. Had he not resigned two weeks prior to the hearing, he would have been dismissed. The disciplinary panel found that the claims of sexual misconduct by three women were… Continue reading Gwent Police: David Broadway would've been sacked if he hadn't quit
Ex-Spurs stars toast Argentina's big day in Barley pub
On Saturday, two Argentinian football legends celebrated their national independence day in an English village pub. Ossie Ardiles and Ricardo Villa were guests of honour at the Fox and Hounds in Barley, Hertfordshire, and even managed to watch the FA Cup Final on a big screen in the garden. The pub owner, Graham Smith-Bernal, is… Continue reading Ex-Spurs stars toast Argentina's big day in Barley pub
Michael Sheen's Nye: Doctor turns performer for NHS play
Playing a junior doctor in a play alongside Michael Sheen has given Dr Sara Otung hope for the future of the NHS. An understudy in the play Nye, Dr Otung has been working with Sheen since January. The play has been transferred from the National Theatre in London to the Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff.… Continue reading Michael Sheen's Nye: Doctor turns performer for NHS play
The Middlesbrough footballer's widow trying to save future players
Judith Gates, wife of retired footballer Bill Gates, has spoken about her campaign to prevent future footballers from suffering the same brain damage as her husband. Bill Gates was a youth defender for Middlesbrough and England and retired from the game at the age of 30 before the prevalence of professional football head injuries became… Continue reading The Middlesbrough footballer's widow trying to save future players
Conservatives plan to bring back mandatory National Service
The Conservative Party has outlined its intention to reintroduce national service if it wins the forthcoming general election. The party plans to offer 18-year-olds the choice of either full-time military service or undertaking community service one weekend per month. While a Royal Commission would likely be established to finalise the details of the scheme, provision… Continue reading Conservatives plan to bring back mandatory National Service