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New coalmine would be ‘a monumental mistake’, campaigners warn ahead of decision

New coalmine would be ‘a monumental mistake’, campaigners warn ahead of decision

New coalmine would be ‘a monumental mistake’, campaigners warn ahead of decision

06 July 2022

The decision on the go-ahead for the project to provide coal for steel production is expected shortly.


New Chancellor to review planned corporation tax increase

New Chancellor to review planned corporation tax increase

New Chancellor to review planned corporation tax increase

06 July 2022

Nadhim Zahawi, who replaced Rishi Sunak after his shock resignation on Tuesday evening, said ‘everything is on the table’.


More than a third ‘have ditched at least one subscription as living costs rise’

More than a third ‘have ditched at least one subscription as living costs rise’

More than a third ‘have ditched at least one subscription as living costs rise’

06 July 2022

Some 31% of those cancelling subscriptions cite higher prices as a reason why, according to Barclaycard Payments.


Amazon faces investigation over suspected anti-competitive practices

Amazon faces investigation over suspected anti-competitive practices

Amazon faces investigation over suspected anti-competitive practices

06 July 2022

The Competition and Markets Authority has said it is probing concerns over practices on Amazon’s UK Marketplace.


Bigger rate hikes may be on the way as Bank gets tough on inflation

Bigger rate hikes may be on the way as Bank gets tough on inflation

Bigger rate hikes may be on the way as Bank gets tough on inflation

06 July 2022

Bank of England top economist Huw Pill said interest rates may need to rise at a quicker pace to rein in ‘uncomfortably high’ inflation.


Rise in children vaping across Britain ‘influenced by social media’

Rise in children vaping across Britain ‘influenced by social media’

Rise in children vaping across Britain ‘influenced by social media’

06 July 2022

Over the last year, a new generation of disposable vapes known as ‘puff bars’ – which contain nicotine – have come on to the market.


People could be nudged to consider work, wealth and wellbeing earlier on in life

People could be nudged to consider work, wealth and wellbeing earlier on in life

People could be nudged to consider work, wealth and wellbeing earlier on in life

06 July 2022

Pensions and financial inclusion minister Guy Opperman suggested people could receive prompts to consider their options during life milestones.


Live: Boris Johnson sacks Michael Gove and Welsh secretary quits

Live: Boris Johnson sacks Michael Gove and Welsh secretary quits

Live: Boris Johnson sacks Michael Gove and Welsh secretary quits

06 July 2022

All the latest updates as the Prime Minister fights for his position amid criticism of the Chris Pincher affair.


Taoiseach views devastation inflicted by Russian forces on visit to Kyiv

Taoiseach views devastation inflicted by Russian forces on visit to Kyiv

Taoiseach views devastation inflicted by Russian forces on visit to Kyiv

06 July 2022

Micheal Martin toured the war-torn suburbs of Borodyanka, Bucha and Irpin.


Housebuilders face worst month for two years, survey shows

Housebuilders face worst month for two years, survey shows

Housebuilders face worst month for two years, survey shows

06 July 2022

Growth in the UK’s construction sector slowed in June, according to the influential PMI survey


Embattled Boris Johnson remains defiant as support slips away

Embattled Boris Johnson remains defiant as support slips away

Embattled Boris Johnson remains defiant as support slips away

06 July 2022

The Prime Minister is convinced he can remain in No 10 despite a wave of government resignations and the submission of more letters of no confidence.


We must lance the boil, says Blackford in plea for Johnson to quit

We must lance the boil, says Blackford in plea for Johnson to quit

We must lance the boil, says Blackford in plea for Johnson to quit

06 July 2022

The SNP Westminster leader was speaking following a series of resignations from the PM’s Cabinet.


William wishes Lionesses ‘good luck’ ahead of opening match in Women’s Euros

William wishes Lionesses ‘good luck’ ahead of opening match in Women’s Euros

William wishes Lionesses ‘good luck’ ahead of opening match in Women’s Euros

06 July 2022

Hosts England take on Austria at Old Trafford on Wednesday evening in the opening fixture of the tournament.


Will Quince quit after repeating ‘inaccurate’ assurances from Johnson

Will Quince quit after repeating ‘inaccurate’ assurances from Johnson

Will Quince quit after repeating ‘inaccurate’ assurances from Johnson

06 July 2022

Will Quince said he had ‘no choice’ but resign after statements about the appointment of Chris Pincher were shown to be untrue.


Inquest told Zara Aleena died from head and neck injuries

Inquest told Zara Aleena died from head and neck injuries

Inquest told Zara Aleena died from head and neck injuries

06 July 2022

A man has appeared in court charged with her murder.


Government told to criminalise ‘downblousing’ and sharing pornographic deepfakes

Government told to criminalise ‘downblousing’ and sharing pornographic deepfakes

Government told to criminalise ‘downblousing’ and sharing pornographic deepfakes

06 July 2022

The Law Commission recommends a new ‘base’ offence for all acts of intentionally taking or sharing an intimate photo or video without consent.


Zahawi vows to honour pledge on teachers’ pay

Zahawi vows to honour pledge on teachers’ pay

Zahawi vows to honour pledge on teachers’ pay

06 July 2022

The former education secretary was appointed Chancellor in a reshuffle forced on Boris Johnson by a raft of resignations.


Johnson on brink as resignations from his Government continue

Johnson on brink as resignations from his Government continue

Johnson on brink as resignations from his Government continue

06 July 2022

The Prime Minister’s position remains perilous with junior ministers and aides following Rishi Sunak and Sajid Javid in quitting.


Cameron Norrie’s father says watching quarter-final conclusion was ‘torture’

Cameron Norrie’s father says watching quarter-final conclusion was ‘torture’

Cameron Norrie’s father says watching quarter-final conclusion was ‘torture’

06 July 2022

David Norrie, a microbiologist originally from Glasgow, said he struggled to watch the final points of his son’s match on Tuesday.


Possible runners and riders to replace Boris Johnson

Possible runners and riders to replace Boris Johnson

Possible runners and riders to replace Boris Johnson

06 July 2022

Several of the PM’s allies – and those who have chided him from the backbenches – are among the frontrunners to become the next Tory leader.


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