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Government’s Employment Rights Bill: Impact of Flexible Working and Paternity Leave

The Government is set to introduce new rights for workers with the Employment Rights Bill, which is being hailed as a significant boost to pay and productivity in the workplace. The focus of the...
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Former Cabinet Secretary Believes £200k-Year Job Is Massively Underpaid

Former cabinet secretary, Lord Gus O'Donnell, recently expressed his belief that the £200,000 annual salary for the head of the civil service is "massively underpaid." Lord O'Donnell, who is currently involved in the process...
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£120 Government-Funded Blood Test for 12 Common Cancers: What You Need to Know

The government is set to provide funding for a new £120 blood test that has the potential to detect the 12 most common forms of cancer before symptoms even develop. This new Mionco screening...
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Government Implements Ban on Vaping Near Schools to Safeguard Children’s Health

The government is taking steps to protect children's health by banning vaping in certain public areas. The ban will include playgrounds, hospital grounds, and areas near schools to prevent young people from picking up...
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Celebrating the Contribution of Older Residents in Hillingdon

Hillingdon's older residents were celebrated by the borough for their contributions to the community during an activity day. The annual Day of the Older Person, which took place on Tuesday, was a big success...
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Beck Theatre in Hillingdon to Remain Open under Leadership Promise

Hillingdon Council has made a promise to the residents of Hayes that the Beck Theatre will not be closing its doors, despite uncertainties surrounding its management.Trafalgar Theatres, the current operator of the theatre, has...
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Renovating Downing Street: Starmer Removes Portrait of Margaret Thatcher

Sir Keir Starmer, the newly-elected Prime Minister, has quickly started to make changes to Downing Street to make it feel more like home. Instead of spending a fortune on interior designers or expensive wallpaper,...
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Rees-Mogg instructs Truss to connect nuclear submarine to power grid

Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg has been revealed to have suggested a rather unconventional idea to former Prime Minister Truss. According to extracts from Sir Anthony Seldon's upcoming political biography, 'Truss at 10: How Not to...
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Boost in Home Bids as Policy Limiting Options is Halted

Southwark families are celebrating a significant win after the local council decided to put a stop to a policy that was limiting the availability of social homes for bidding. The policy, which was implemented...
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Trump discusses divisive topics in interview with Musk

Donald Trump and Elon Musk had a lengthy and contentious interview, where Trump revisited some of his most controversial views. The interview, which aired on Musk's network, experienced technical difficulties at the start, causing...
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Product Safety and Metrology Bill: Key Post-Brexit Legislation

The Product Safety and Metrology Bill is being hailed as a significant development post-Brexit, with the UK taking steps to align with EU standards once again. The bill, part of the King's Speech, aims...
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Reeves Attacks ‘Worst Inheritance’ to Support Spending Cuts – CityAM

Reeves criticizes what he calls the "worst inheritance" in order to justify proposed spending cuts. He argues that the current level of government debt is unsustainable and that tough decisions need to be made...
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Third Heathrow Runway Discussion: Campaigners Find Relief

The discussion around the potential construction of a third runway at Heathrow Airport continues to spark debate among campaigners and government officials. While the new Labour Government contemplates its stance on the matter, opponents...
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Tories Accused of Covering Up Public Finances: Minister’s Revelation

The recent revelation from a cabinet minister has sparked controversy surrounding the Conservative government's handling of public finances. Environment Secretary, Steve Reed, accused the Tories of deliberately covering up the true state of public...
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The UK’s Austerity Olympics: A Look Back at History’s Frugal Games

The Olympics have always been a symbol of unity and sportsmanship, but the 1948 London Olympics, also known as the 'Austerity Olympics', held a special significance. Coming just after the end of World War...