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Friday, 06 October 2023 11:26
HS2 northern leg cancelled
Rishi Sunak has faced sharp criticism for cancelling the northern leg of HS2, but he refuses to apologise. The PM defended the decision, stating that the cost had doubled, and he believes the new plan will…
Friday, 06 October 2023 11:23
Plan to make smoking less accessible for teenagers
Rishi Sunak has unveiled a plan to increase the legal smoking age by one year every year, describing it as the ‘most significant public health intervention in a generation’. This initiative has the potential to substantially…
Friday, 06 October 2023 11:17
Hottest September on record
The UK has experienced its joint-warmest September since record-keeping began nearly 150 years ago. The record-breaking month was characterised by an exceptionally warm first half, featuring the year's hottest day and seven consecutive days with temperatures…
Friday, 06 October 2023 11:11
Homes and house building in England
According to a damning report by the Home Builders Federation (HBF), homes in England and Wales are the lowest quality yet among the most expensive, in the developed world. The UK’s housing market is ‘reaching a…
Friday, 06 October 2023 11:03
Metro Bank seeks to raise capital
When Metro Bank was launched in 2010,it was the first new high street bank in 150 years. Now, there are concerns about its future. The bank, which has around 2.7 million customers, is reportedly in discussions…
Friday, 06 October 2023 11:02
Northern Ireland: holiday pay ruling may have a wider impact
After a recent landmark legal ruling, taxpayers in Northern Ireland may be facing additional expenses to cover holiday pay for public sector workers. The Supreme Court ruled that the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) must…