uk politics

Anas Sarwar Targets SNP Voters As Poll Shows Labour Has Closed Gap

The Scottish Labour leader told Nicola Sturgeon's supporters that backing his party would “get the Tories out of Downing Street”.
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How Will The SNP Choose Its Next Leader Following Nicola Sturgeon's Exit?

Humza Yousaf, Angus Robertson and Kate Forbes are all likely contenders.
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Nicola Sturgeon Resigns: Runners And Riders To Replace Her As Scotland's First Minister

The outgoing leader said the SNP was "awash with talented individuals" who could replace her.
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Rachel Reeves Interview: The UK Needs To Be Less Reliant On China

Labour's shadow chancellor said national security "has got to come first" following alarm over spy balloons.
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Brexit Cost UK £1,000 Per Household, Says Bank Of England Economist

Jonathan Haskel says investment was "stopped in its tracks" after the referendum.
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RAF Ready To Shoot Down Chinese Spy Balloons, Says Rishi Sunak

The prime minister said the government would do “whatever it takes” to keep the country safe.
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Further Rail Strikes On The Cards As RMT Rejects Latest Pay Offer

General secretary Mick Lynch said the union's "industrial campaign will continue for as long as it takes".
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No 'Major' New Help With Energy Bills, Says Chancellor

Jeremy Hunt said there was no extra "headroom" to stop energy bills rising from April.
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Rishi Sunak Rejects Call From Deputy Tory Chairman For Return Of Death Penalty

The prime minister said while Lee Anderson wanted capital punishment brought back, it was "not my view".
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'There Is No Need To Do This': Martin Lewis Calls For April Energy Bills Hike To Be Postponed

The consumer rights champion urged the government to delay the £500 rise in the energy price guarantee from April.
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