UK sanctions help bring down Kosovo people-smuggling forgery network
A Kosovo-based criminal network accused of producing forged documents for thousands of people seeking to enter the UK and other European countries illegally has...
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Scottish Labour leadership contest narrows to Michael Marra and Joe Fagan
The race to become the next leader of Scottish Labour will be a two-way contest between Michael Marra MSP and Joe Fagan MSP after...
Sadiq Khan welcomes record Met stop-and-search find rate as use rises by a fifth
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has welcomed a record stop-and-search find rate for the Metropolitan Police after new figures showed the force increased its...
London's Cycleway network reaches 450km as Khan promises further expansion
London’s Cycleway network has reached 450 kilometres, with Mayor of London Sadiq Khan welcoming the expansion and promising that further routes will open this...
Rayner unveils 'default yes' for new homes near well-connected stations
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has unveiled new planning rules designed to unlock thousands of homes around well-connected train, tram and Underground stations across England....
Burnham puts cost of living at heart of government agenda
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said easing the pressure on household finances is his “number one priority”, promising further action to make everyday life...
Baggy Shanker welcomes new powers to tackle vape and gambling shops on Derby high streets
Labour MP Baggy Shanker has welcomed new government plans to give councils and communities greater powers over the spread of vape shops, betting premises...
TUC chief Paul Nowak backs Labour action on zero-hours contracts and says Burnham is ‘making strides’
TUC General Secretary Paul Nowak has praised Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s early progress in government and backed Labour’s action on exploitative zero-hours contracts, in...
James Frith backs new powers to give communities greater control over high streets
James Frith has backed new powers to give communities greater control over high streets, arguing that local people should have a stronger say over...
Jeevun Sandher: Cutting energy bills will help bring down inflation and interest rates
Labour MP Dr Jeevun Sandher has said cutting energy bills will help bring down inflation and interest rates, arguing that the Government’s cost-of-living measures...
Darren Jones: Stronger partnership with Europe means a stronger Britain
Darren Jones has said a stronger partnership with Europe means a stronger Britain, as the Government continues its reset of relations with European partners...
Matt Turmaine MP welcomes Labour cost-of-living measures including £2 bus fares and electricity VAT cut
Labour MP Matt Turmaine has welcomed a package of Government measures aimed at easing the cost of living, including a £2 cap on bus...
Stephen Doughty vows UK will continue to stand with Afghan women and girls five years after Taliban takeover
Labour MP Stephen Doughty has reaffirmed Britain’s support for the women and girls of Afghanistan, five years after the Taliban returned to power, condemning...
UK must keep more young people in education to tackle NEET challenge, Resolution Foundation says
Countries with lower rates of young people not in education, employment or training than the UK achieve this largely by keeping more young people...
Labour MPs call for 'bold change' in Burnham's first 100 days
Labour MPs Neil Duncan-Jordan and Chris Hinchliff have called for “bold change” during Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first 100 days in Downing Street, as...
Ed Miliband sends condolences following devastating earthquake in Indonesia
Ed Miliband has expressed his condolences to those affected by a devastating earthquake in Indonesia, as British nationals in the region are urged to...
UKHospitality steps up campaign for VAT cut to 10% as sector calls for Government action
UKHospitality has stepped up its campaign for the Government to reduce VAT for the hospitality sector to 10%, arguing that businesses across Britain’s high...
Tracy Brabin welcomes temporary disposable barbecue ban amid wildfire risk
West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin has welcomed a temporary ban on disposable barbecues as hot and dry conditions continue to increase the threat of...
Michael Shanks backs Michael Marra for Scottish Labour leader
Labour MP Michael Shanks has endorsed Michael Marra in the contest to become the next leader of Scottish Labour, describing him as an experienced...
FBU calls for 5,000 more firefighters as Steve Wright raises wildfire resilience with Angela Rayner
Fire Brigades Union general secretary Steve Wright has called for greater investment in fire and rescue services, including 5,000 additional firefighters, after holding talks...
Burnham and Stephen Morgan meet Cornwall farmers as Government unveils drought support
Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Farming Minister Stephen Morgan MP have met farmers in Cornwall affected by one of the driest summers in recent...
John Healey joins Young Labour campaign for John Roberts ahead of Penistone East by-election
Chancellor John Healey joined Young Labour activists campaigning for John Roberts ahead of Thursday’s Penistone East by-election, as Labour stepped up its activity in...
Louise Haigh Praises Firefighters Tackling Sheffield Wildfires Amid Heatwave
Labour MP Louise Haigh has praised firefighters working under intense pressure to tackle wildfires across Sheffield, warning that anyone found to have started fires...
Sadiq Khan Condemns ‘Public Hounding and Campaign of Abuse’ Following Death of Professor Jason Arday
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has said Professor Jason Arday faced an “unacceptable public hounding and campaign of abuse” as political and academic figures...
Feryal Clark MP Welcomes £343m Labour Investment in New Mental Health Services
Labour MP Feryal Clark has welcomed the Government’s £343 million investment in a major expansion of community and emergency mental health services across England,...