Keir Starmer embraces Brexit slogan with ‘take back control’ pledge This video can not be played To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. By Becky Morton Political reporter Sir Keir Starmer has promised a new “take back control” bill to transfer powers from Westminster to communities. In his first speech… Continue reading Keir Starmer embraces Brexit slogan with ‘take back control’ pledge
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Amazon to shed over 18,000 jobs as it cuts costs, CEO says
Amazon to shed over 18,000 jobs as it cuts costs, CEO says Getty Images By Annabelle Liang Business reporter Amazon aims to shed more than 18,000 roles as it cuts costs, the technology giant’s boss says. He added the announcement was brought forward “because one of our teammates leaked this information externally”. The job cuts… Continue reading Amazon to shed over 18,000 jobs as it cuts costs, CEO says
Labour won’t spend its way out of Tory ‘mess’, says Sir Keir Starmer
Labour won’t spend its way out of Tory ‘mess’, says Sir Keir Starmer PA Media By Sam Francis Political reporter, BBC News Sir Keir Starmer is to warn that Labour “won’t be able to spend our way out” of the “mess” left by Tories – even though he recognises the need for investment. In his… Continue reading Labour won’t spend its way out of Tory ‘mess’, says Sir Keir Starmer
Senior Tories urge Rishi Sunak to prioritise childcare reform
Senior Tories urge Rishi Sunak to prioritise childcare reform Getty Images By Becky Morton BBC political reporter Senior Conservative MPs are urging Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to prioritise childcare reforms, arguing it is too expensive for parents. Robin Walker, chairman of the Commons education committee, said his party needed “a serious set of policies” on… Continue reading Senior Tories urge Rishi Sunak to prioritise childcare reform
Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud
Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud Getty Images By Natalie Sherman Business reporter, New York The former boss of collapsed cryptocurrency exchange FTX has officially denied charges that he defrauded customers and investors. Sam Bankman-Fried pleaded not guilty in a US court to claims that he took customer deposits at FTX to fund his… Continue reading Sam Bankman-Fried pleads not guilty to fraud
NHS: Government urged to take action over pressures
NHS: Government urged to take action over pressures Hollie Adams/Getty Images By Charley Adams BBC News Ministers are under mounting pressure to respond to “intolerable and unsustainable” pressure facing the NHS. Senior doctors described the NHS as on a knife edge, with some A&Es in a “complete state of crisis”. The Liberal Democrats called for… Continue reading NHS: Government urged to take action over pressures
National Archives: Tony Blair said Putin should be on ‘top table’
National Archives: Tony Blair said Putin should be on ‘top table’ PA Media By Sanchia Berg BBC News Tony Blair argued Vladimir Putin should be given a seat at the world’s “top table” despite misgivings from officials, newly released files reveal. Papers released by the National Archives show in early 2001, the then-prime minister believed… Continue reading National Archives: Tony Blair said Putin should be on ‘top table’
Michael Gove: Better housing design could curb development opposition
Michael Gove: Better housing design could curb development opposition Getty Images Opposition to new housing developments could be curbed if there was more focus on the “heart and soul” of areas, Michael Gove has suggested. The levelling up, housing and communities secretary said too many planning applications were “indifferent” or “insipid”. Mr Gove made the… Continue reading Michael Gove: Better housing design could curb development opposition
Apple and Tesla: Tech shares tumble amid supply issues
Apple and Tesla: Tech shares tumble amid supply issues Getty Images By Monica Miller BBC News, Singapore Apple and Tesla stocks have tumbled over growing concerns about delays in their production lines in China. Apple shares hit their lowest point since June 2021. Tesla’s stock has dropped 73% from a record high in November 2021.… Continue reading Apple and Tesla: Tech shares tumble amid supply issues
Police are solving only 1% of catalytic converter thefts, data suggests
Police are solving only 1% of catalytic converter thefts, data suggests Getty Images By Chas Geiger BBC News Tens of thousands of catalytic converter thefts are going unsolved, with only 1% of cases resulting in someone being charged, figures obtained by the Liberal Democrats suggest. Data from 20 police forces in England and Wales for… Continue reading Police are solving only 1% of catalytic converter thefts, data suggests