Rishi Sunak to pledge more money to support Ukraine: The prime minister is travelling to Poland and Germany, highlighting an additional £500m to Ukraine.
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Quick Glance: Trump Accused of Trying to 'Corrupt' 2016 Election in Hush-Money Trial
- A prosecutor alleged that Donald Trump tried to illegally influence the 2016 presidential election by preventing damaging stories about his personal life from becoming public.
- The defense argued that Trump was 'innocent' and attacked the integrity of the former Trump confidant who is now the government's star witness.
- The opening statements provided the 12-person jury and the public with a roadmap to understand the allegations in the case and Trump's expected defenses.
- Prosecutors emphasized the gravity of the case by framing it as about election interference and sought to address criticism that the case lacks the grievous allegations present in Trump's other three cases.
Netanyahu too ‘busy’ to talk to Sunak after RAF helped repel Iranian attack: Israeli leader faces domestic pressure to rebuff international calls for restraint
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu's Busy Schedule Hinders Communication with Sunak Post-RAF Assistance Against Iranian Attack
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not yet managed to engage in a conversation with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak following the assistance provided by Royal Air Force warplanes in defending the Jewish state from an Iranian aerial assault.
- Efforts are still underway to arrange a discussion between the two leaders, as Netanyahu is under significant domestic pressure to reject calls from the UK, the US, and the EU for restraint after Iran's attack.
- Sunak stated in the House of Commons on Monday that the UK is urgently collaborating with allies to de-escalate the situation and prevent further bloodshed, mentioning that he will communicate with Netanyahu 'shortly'.
- With Netanyahu's right-wing coalition partners pushing for substantial retaliation against Iran, Israel's western allies are advocating for caution and restraint to prevent a regional conflict.
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
UK Parliament approves Rwanda deportation bill: British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s latest effort to send some migrants to Rwanda finally won approval from ...
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Quick Glance: Rwanda Bill Showdown: MPs and Lords Clash as Sunak Promises July Flights
- Lord Carlile criticizes the cost of the Rwanda scheme, describing the bill as awful.
- Jewish peers absent due to Passover, Lord Carlile questions refusal for alternative debate date.
- Lord Browne urges government to honor promises, while Lord Sharpe confirms review of decisions in Afghan Relocation Scheme.
- Criticism of Rwanda legislation as 'post-truth bill', as government offers concessions and urges Lords to accept will of Commons.
BREAKING: A suspected migrant boat has left the coast of France and heading in the direction of the UK.
It comes after Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill was finally ... Show more news.sky.com/story/dominic-raab-latest-deputy-pm-warns-of-chilling-effect-of-setting-bullying-threshold-so-low-in-critical-resignation-letter-12593360
Rishi Sunak Enters Rwanda Migration Plan Endgame With UK Tories Fearing Failure: As Rishi Sunak’s flagship migration policy enters its endgame next week ...
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UK lawmakers back landmark 'smoke-free generation' bill: A plan by Britain’s government to introduce a landmark smoking ban that aims to stop young people from ...
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Quick Glance: UK Lawmakers Support Groundbreaking 'Smoke-Free Generation' Bill
- The British government's plan for a landmark smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking passed its first hurdle in Parliament despite opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.
- The bill, announced by Sunak, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009, creating one of the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world to establish the 'first smoke-free generation' in modern Britain.
- The bill also includes measures to crack down on youth vaping, such as banning the sale of cheap disposable vapes and restricting their flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine.
- The number of people who smoke in the U.K. has declined by two-thirds since the 1970s, but approximately 6.4 million people in the country still smoke, accounting for about 13% of the population. Smoking remains the number one preventable cause of death, disability, and poor health.
Ex-chief inspector defends Met Police over treatment of Jewish man at protest: Sir Tom Winsor said officer was ‘clumsy’ but doing his duty to prevent disorder ...
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He has been accused of trying to make life harder for people struggling with poor health. www.mirror.co.uk/news/politics/rishi-sunak-accused-full-assault-32624332
UK’s Sunak to Visit Poland Soon to Discuss Security, Tusk Says: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will visit Poland “soon” to discuss security topics ...
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'Work is good for mental health': Sunak bats off criticism as he seeks to end 'sick note culture'
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Rishi Sunak expected to unveil new UK warship programme: Premier set to approve plans to replace current amphibious fleet with multi-purpose support ships
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UK Launches Saudi Investment Drive as Sunak Eyes MBS’s Vision 2030: The UK and Saudi Arabia will hold a trade expo in Riyadh next month as Rishi Sunak launches ...
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Paid articlePaid Liz Truss: ‘I don’t believe in guardrails’: Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister on being ejected from office, the need for radical economic remedies — and ...
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Public will be able to use NHS algorithm to sign off sick: Planned revamp includes a website or app as the first point of contact for obtaining a doctor’s note
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The prime minister said it was his ‘moral mission’ to reform the welfare system
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The prime minister may not be around to see it through, but he is pointing the way, writes John Rentoul 👉 www.independent.co.uk/voices/rishi-sunak-long-term-sickness-doctors-b2531404.html
Liz Truss: The world was safer under Trump: Former PM Liz Truss says she hopes Donald Trump wins the next US election.
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Quick Glance: Liz Truss: The World Was Safer Under Trump
- Former PM Liz Truss expresses hope for Donald Trump to win the next US election, stating that the world is on the brink of a strong conflict and requires a strong America more than ever.
Rishi Sunak's Long-Term Sick Leave and Disability Benefits Speech: Hi there, I’m Ailbhe Rea, a Bloomberg UK Associate Editor based in Westminster ...
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Rishi Sunak said to be 'appalled' by Met Police officer's 'openly Jewish' comment
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U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Sparks Debate Over Plan to End ‘Sick Note Culture’
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PIP payment to be overhauled as Sunak shakes up the benefits system: Rishi Sunak has announced a major review of how Britain's disability benefits system ...
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‘It was a reckless and dangerous escalation.’
The UK destroyed “a number of Iranian drones” aimed at Israel, PM Rishi Sunak says as he speaks in the House of ... Show more #iran #israel
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
"Free movement within the EU was ended" said a government spokesperson.
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#BREAKING | "I condemn in the strongest terms the Iranian regime's reckless attack against Israel," says UK PM #RishiSunak on Iran drone attack on Israel ... Show more #Iran #Isreal
RAF shot down 'a number of drones' in Iran's attack on Israel: Rishi Sunak has confirmed that the RAF shot done Iran attack drones headed towards ...
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PM Sunak sets Britain back on climate change, says watchdog head: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has set Britain back on tackling climate change and must do more on ...
reuters.com/business/environment/pm-sunak-sets-britain-back-climate-change-says-watchdog-head-2024-04-20/
🇬🇧 Britain's PM announces plans to crackdown on 'sick note culture'.www.euronews.com/business/2024/04/19/britains-pm-announces-plans-to-crackdown-on-sick-note-culture
Liz Truss: ‘I don’t believe in guardrails’: Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister on being ejected from office, the need for radical economic remedies — and ...
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Feeling depressed doesn’t mean you can’t work, Sunak says in welfare reform speech
independent.co.uk/tv/news/sunak-welfare-reform-speech-depression-work-b2531453.html
Rishi Sunak faces cabinet revolt over leaving ECHR: Chancellor, home secretary and justice secretary are among a dozen ministers against leaving the European ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Cabinet Revolt Looms Over Rishi Sunak's ECHR Exit
- According to reports by The Times, Rishi Sunak would face opposition from at least 12 cabinet ministers if he decides to leave the European Convention on Human Rights.
- It is understood that Jeremy Hunt, the chancellor, James Cleverly, the home secretary, Alex Chalk, the justice secretary, and Chris Heaton-Harris, the Northern Ireland secretary, are among those against leaving the convention.
- Following a significant ruling by the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg on Tuesday that governments have a duty to protect people from climate change, there is a growing sentiment among Conservative MPs to withdraw from the ECHR.
- Last week, Sunak issued a threat to exit the ECHR if flights to Rwanda are not resumed.
Allegra Stratton: The Two-Year Flight: It will be a long night for MPs as the government is determined to get the Rwanda legislation done ...
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GPs like me know better than Rishi Sunak – his ‘sick note culture’ war hurts us all
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Join Nina Hossain and ITV News Political Editor Robert Peston as Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sets out details of his flagship Rwanda Bill ahead of the final ... Show more www.itv.com/watch
The Brexit revelations: May’s no-deal, a Canada plan and mating porcupines: Blundering, backstabbing, tampering with chairs … our chief political commentator has ...
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Paid articlePaid A key plank in Britain's plan to send migrants to Rwanda is set to become law: A key plank in the British government’s plan to send some asylum-seekers on a ...
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BREAKING: PM Rishi Sunak confirms the RAF shot down "a number" of Iranian attack drones overnight
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Britain is moving to prohibit tobacco sales to those born after 2009 in a bid to create a smoke-free generation
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Rishi Sunak says he will reform 'sick note culture' with reform to the disability benefits system. The prime minister's proposed changes involve shifting the ... Show more #Healthcare #NHS #GPs #RishiSunak #UKnews #channel4news
UK PM Sunak to consult on tougher rules to combat 'sick note culture': British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will look at tightening the rules for long-term sick ...
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The Israeli Prime Minister said he spoke with Rishi Sunak and appreciates suggestions and advice but emphasised that Israel will make its own decisions in its ... Show more #iran #israel #middleeast #benjaminnetanyahu
Rishi Sunak ‘has nothing left to lose’ and may hold election as early as June: Rishi Sunak is considering holding the General Election as early as June or July.
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Sunak Faces Election With Second Lowest Growth in G-7, IMF Warns
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
Rishi Sunak's war on 'sick note culture' makes me sick with worry: Jack Wynn was signed off work for 2 months for his mental health. He believes Rishi ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/19/rishi-sunaks-war-sick-note-culture-makes-sick-worry-20682363/
Lords delay Rwanda bill to next week in blow to Rishi Sunak's agenda: The government was defeated twice, with peers backing the need for a report before ...
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"Inflation is expected to continue falling. These things don't happen by accident. It's because we have a plan, and that plan is working ... Show more news.sky.com/story/bank-of-england-governor-talks-up-rate-cut-prospects-as-inflation-eases-to-3-2-13116964
Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
Rishi Sunak’s plan to cut sickness benefits bill prompts charity fury: The prime minister said it was a ‘moral mission’ to reform the welfare system
independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/rishi-sunak-sickness-benefits-sick-note-b2531633.html
Sunak Resists Call to Set Election Date Amid Leadership Threat: Rishi Sunak is resisting advice from allies to set the date for the UK general election ...
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Liz Truss says Tories are part of a Blairite attempt to silence her: Reform UK leader Richard Tice said the Conservative Party is 'socialist' and ...
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U.S. and UK issue new sanctions on Iran in response to weekend attack on Israel amid escalating tensions
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Sunak Eyes Rwanda Vote and Europe Trip to Boost Election Hopes: Rishi Sunak will have lawmakers sit late Monday to consider legislation on his flagship migration ...
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Sunak insists he can rescue youth vote as just 14% of 18-25s plan to vote Tory: Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has insisted he can win over more young people ahead ...
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Ailbhe Rea: Anti-Smoking Warnings: Hi there, I’m Ailbhe Rea, a Bloomberg UK Associate Editor and Readout author. Hope you enjoy today’s newsletter.
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UK ‘pothole crisis’ threatens Conservative party ahead of local elections: Motorists and cyclists are increasingly outraged by state of the country’s roads
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Asylum pact - Sunak takes on the European Court of Justice: The asylum pact with Rwanda is causing controversy. Sunak is still adamant about it ...
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NHS waiting lists: Rishi Sunak fails on key pledge as 7.5m people languish: Extra 300,000 patients waiting for hospital care compared with January last year
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Paid articlePaid Rishi Sunak ‘set us back’ on climate change target, watchdog boss Chris Stark warns
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Did Rishi Sunak Ruin the Adidas Sambas Trend?: Photos of Britain’s prime minister wearing Adidas Sambas briefly united a nation.
nytimes.com/2024/04/10/style/rishi-sunak-adidas-sambas.html
Liz Truss thinks the ‘deep state’ is out to get Donald Trump: Ex-UK prime minister has a warning for the man hoping return to the White House.
politico.eu/article/liz-truss-deep-state-get-donald-trump/
Quick Glance: Liz Truss: From Premiership to Resignation in 49 Days
- Liz Truss became Prime Minister and resigned after just 49 days, despite her husband's prediction that 'it would all end in tears'.
- Truss assumed office on September 6, 2022, succeeding Boris Johnson, but faced early challenges and personal struggles.
- Despite implementing economic measures and facing political turbulence, Truss resigned after a mini-budget led to a pensions crisis.
- She reflects on her failed tenure, attributing blame to structural issues and drawing parallels to the controversial football manager Brian Clough.
How RAF jets protected British troops from Iran’s attack on Israel: Rishi Sunak approved the intervention of the Typhoon aircraft amid fears that Tehran’s ...
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Former Prime Minister Liz Truss criticises supporters of Rishi Sunak's smoking ban Bill ... Show more #Liztruss #ukpolitics #rishisunak #smokingban #channel4news
Britain defended Israel — but Rishi Sunak now has war on three fronts: The operation to repel Iran was a success despite nerves in No 10. Can the PM or his ...
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Paid articlePaid The Rwanda bill is going through parliament in what is anticipated to be a long night for Rishi Sunak, with MPs already rejecting proposed amendments from the ... Show more #rwanda #uk #politics #politicshub
Former Winchester teacher denies kissing pupil: Simon Taylor, who taught English and drama at Rishi Sunak’s old school, tells court: ‘Lips have memory ...
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Everything seems to be going wrong for Rishi Sunak: With just two weeks until local elections that will likely go badly for his governing Conservative Party ...
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Sunak to cite Britain’s ‘sicknote culture’ in bid to overhaul fit note system: Prime minister to express concern about ‘over-medicalising’ normal worries with ...
theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/19/sunak-to-cite-britains-sicknote-culture-in-bid-to-overhaul-fit-note-system
British fighter jets shot down Iranian drones, according to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
Iran fired more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel on Saturday ... Show more
Dorset Tories tell Sunak’s MPs to ‘stay away’ in local election battle: Conservative candidates try to distance themselves from party’s problems in Westminster
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US and UK impose fresh Iran sanctions in wake of Israel attack: Most of the sanctions are linked to Iranian drone production
politico.eu/article/us-uk-slap-sanctions-iran-linked-to-israel-attack/
Liz Truss isn’t done yet: The more the Tories fracture and fragment, the further Sunak’s supremacy is eroded
inews.co.uk/opinion/liz-truss-just-getting-started-3008052
It follows The Times Education Commission and The Times Health Commission, the findings of which have been endorsed by both Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer
Rishi Sunak Hit by Fresh Poll Blows as Working Age Voters Desert Tories: UK voters of working age have turned their backs on the governing Conservative Party ...
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Sunak’s ‘sick note’ mission is bad enough – but there’s worse to come for disabled people
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Escalation in the Middle East: Scholz warns Iran against further attacks: Politicians around the world have strongly condemned the attack on Israel ...
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
How Rishi Sunak built a close relationship with Blackstone’s bosses : Links between UK prime minister and the private equity group have fuelled speculation about ...
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