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Thursday, 07 November 2024 22:28
Ireland: general election confirmed for 29 November
Taoiseach Simon Harris has officially confirmed that Ireland will hold a general election on Friday 29 November, ending months of speculation. Following a European Council meeting in Budapest, Harris plans to return to Dublin to initiate…
Thursday, 07 November 2024 22:21
Starmer gets tougher on freebies
Keir Starmer is updating the ministerial code to address growing concerns over ministers accepting hospitality and gifts. While an outright ban was considered, the revised code instead emphasises public perception and accountability, allowing ministers to accept…
Thursday, 07 November 2024 22:08
Firefighters and fire engines attacked on Bonfire Night in 'disgusting' scenes
On Bonfire Night, County Durham firefighters faced multiple attacks, including fireworks being aimed at them and bricks thrown at their fire engines. The Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service (DDFRS) reported six incidents of anti-social…
Thursday, 07 November 2024 22:03
GAFCON demands that Justin Welby publicly repent
The Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON) has called on Archbishop Justin Welby to publicly repent for endorsing same-sex blessings, claiming his stance contradicts the traditional 'doctrine of Christ’. In a recent podcast, Welby advocated for allowing…
Friday, 01 November 2024 07:39
Budget: NHS, schools, houses, tax rises
The UK’s largest tax increase since 1993 was announced as Rachel Reeves introduced a budget aimed at revitalising healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Taxes will rise by £40 billion, with employer national insurance contributions, capital gains tax,…
Friday, 01 November 2024 07:38
Southport attack: murder suspect in court
Axel Rudakubana, 18, appeared in court facing new charges related to a deadly stabbing incident at a Taylor Swift-themed dance workshop in Southport. The charges, stemming from a home search, include producing ricin and possessing an…