Lib Dem leader: Invest in NHS or accept decline PA Joshua Nevett Political reporter, in Brighton @JoshuaNevett 1 hour ago Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey is urging the Labour government to “invest more in the NHS or accept continued decline”. Sir Ed is calling for a “budget for the NHS” in October, with more investment… Continue reading Lib Dem leader: Invest in NHS or accept decline
Greens hit with £90,000 legal bill after discrimination case
Greens hit with £90,000 legal bill after discrimination case Getty Images Sam Francis Political reporter 11 minutes ago The Green Party of England and Wales have been ordered to pay £90,000 to cover the costs of their former deputy leader, who won a discrimination case against them. Shahrar Ali had already been awarded £9,100 in… Continue reading Greens hit with £90,000 legal bill after discrimination case
Stephen Fry: Musk and Zuckerberg have ‘polluted culture’
Stephen Fry: Musk and Zuckerberg have ‘polluted culture’ Richard Eaton, Kings College London Zoe Kleinman Technology editor @zsk 5 minutes ago Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg and X owner Elon Musk are “the worst polluters in human history” according to Stephen Fry. The actor and comedian made the claims during a lecture at Kings College, London.… Continue reading Stephen Fry: Musk and Zuckerberg have ‘polluted culture’
Russia can end war now, says PM as Putin warns West
Russia can end war now, says PM as Putin warns West PA Media Chris Mason Political editor @ChrisMasonBBC Isabella Allen Senior political producer Reporting from Washington, travelling with the Prime Minister 1 hour ago Russia “started” the conflict in Ukraine and can end it “straight away”, Sir Keir Starmer has said after Vladimir Putin suggested… Continue reading Russia can end war now, says PM as Putin warns West
Tories took £5m from Hester days before election called
Tories took £5m from Hester days before election called YouTube/PA Media Helen Catt Political correspondent @BBCHelenCatt 12 September 2024, 10:35 BST Updated 1 hour ago The Conservative Party accepted a further £5m donation from the businessman Frank Hester days before the general election was called in May. The donation was taken two months after he… Continue reading Tories took £5m from Hester days before election called
Government to propose ban on no-fault evictions
Government to propose ban on no-fault evictions Getty Images Jennifer McKiernan Political reporter, BBC News @_JennyMcKiernan 2 hours ago England’s 11 million renters are set to get more security as Labour introduces a new bill to ban “no-fault” evictions. A Renters’ Rights Bill was introduced by the Conservatives but initial plans for a ban were… Continue reading Government to propose ban on no-fault evictions
Sony reveals much more expensive and powerful PlayStation 5 Pro
Sony reveals much more expensive and powerful PlayStation 5 Pro Sony Tom Gerken Technology reporter 10 September 2024, 16:40 BST Updated 46 minutes ago After years of rumour, speculation and hype, Sony has confirmed it is launching a more powerful – and much more expensive – version of its hugely popular PlayStation 5 console. The… Continue reading Sony reveals much more expensive and powerful PlayStation 5 Pro
Last night in jail for early release prisoners
Last night in jail for early release prisoners Dominic Casciani Home and Legal Correspondent @BBCDomC 9 September 2024 Chris Mason: Prison release plans spark fears but for ministers it is the only option 2 hours ago Up to 1,750 offenders are spending their last night in prison before being released under the Ministry of Justice’s… Continue reading Last night in jail for early release prisoners
More bus services could come under control of councils under planned law
More bus services could come under control of councils under planned law Getty Images Katy Austin & Lora Jones Transport correspondent & Business reporter, BBC News 9 September 2024, 00:46 BST Comments Updated 46 minutes ago More local authorities in England are to be given powers to take control of bus services under legislation being… Continue reading More bus services could come under control of councils under planned law
Starmer faces union pressure over winter fuel payment cut
Starmer faces union pressure over winter fuel payment cut This video can not be played To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. Zoe Conway in Brighton & André Rhoden-Paul BBC News 8 September 2024 Updated 1 hour ago Leaders of two of the biggest unions have added further pressure on… Continue reading Starmer faces union pressure over winter fuel payment cut