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Workers' rights to four-day week could be strengthened

Employees could get greater powers to work their contracted hours over fewer days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zPiH8Eh

Starmer moves Thatcher portrait from her former study

The decision to move the painting of the former Conservative prime minister has angered some Tories. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cqPD45o

Hospitality and health leaders clash on outdoor smoking plan

The prime minister says his government is looking at tougher rules to reduce the burden on the NHS. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YGNzlKh

Outdoor smoking ban at pubs being considered - PM

Health experts welcome plans but some pub owners and hospitality bosses warn of economic pain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wi18xDp

£1bn spent housing homeless families in England

Councils spent more 50% more in the past year on housing families in temporary accommodation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w9M6sQa

Starmer: Reset with EU will not reverse Brexit

The PM says he wants closer relations with Europe, as he begins talks on a new agreement with Germany. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OHzQ06N

A quick guide to smoking bans across the world

As the UK government looks at expanding its restrictions on smoking, here's a guide to smoking bans across the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xy3trDs

Watchdog reprimands Labour following data breach

The information watchdog has rebuked Labour for failing in its obligations following a cyber attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z6jvPBn

Under 100 spaces in men's prisons in England and Wales

The government hopes that overcrowding will ease once new measures are brought in this September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GZM35Do

SNP choices contributing to financial pressure - watchdog

The Scottish Fiscal Commission is warning of “difficult decisions” ahead to balance the Scottish budget. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4Lujrn6

Election betting scandal: Met Police ends investigation

Police say end of their investigation should not be "misinterpreted as an all clear" for those involved. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5jrCxJo

Infected blood authority can now pay patients

The first payments to those infected with contaminated blood will start at the end of the year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zuGpetJ

Starmer cancels Sunak's £40m helicopter contract

Labour scraps the ex-PM's 'VIP helicopter service', saying it was a waste of public money. from BBC News https://ift.tt/72zgtvs

PM to say Parliament return not 'business as usual'

The prime minister will make a speech in Downing Street before Parliament returns next week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w4EZFpj

Tories ask who authorised Labour donor's No 10 pass

The Conservatives say it is 'deeply concerning' Labour's biggest donor was given access to No 10. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o7CfpRY

Zombie knife amnesty and compensation scheme starts

New legislation closes a loophole and comes into force at the middle of next month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bprl8wy

Labour donor was given 'temporary' No 10 pass

The Conservatives have accused the government of "cronyism" after it emerged the peer could access No 10. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LB6A0qj

No blank cheques for unions over pay, says Reeves

The Conservatives say Labour has lost control of public sector pay and is "being played by" the unions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6idrp0O

Infected blood authority can now pay patients

The first payments to those infected with contaminated blood will start at the end of the year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4EkZs9H

How much are gas and electricity bills going up this winter?

Energy prices will rise by 10% and winter fuel payments will only be paid to pensioners who receive benefits. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yUwK3dT

Child benefit claims rise after income rule change

The number of new claims rose in April, after a rule change on how much parents can earn and still be eligible. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CSYioKw

Labour Welsh minister's fuel payment cut warning

Jane Hutt says scrapping universal pensioner winter fuel payments risks pushing some into poverty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bArLSRX

Switching off from job boosts productivity - No 10

The right to switch off when outside work could help boost the UK's economic growth, Downing Street says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yYc4wXG

Robertson not considering position over Israel meeting

The cabinet secretary has come under fire from SNP colleagues over talks with the deputy ambassador. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OrfKoPl

Doug Beattie quits as Ulster Unionist leader

A senior party colleague says Mr Beattie's decision to quit came as a shock. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U7lqZuS

Recent violence in NI was intolerable, PM says

Sir Keir Starmer was speaking after meeting injured police officers in east Belfast on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mEZKoIs

Robertson not considering position over Israel meeting

The cabinet secretary has come under fire from SNP colleagues over talks with the deputy ambassador. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OrfKoPl

Switching off from job boosts productivity - No 10

The right to switch off when outside work could help boost the UK's economic growth, Downing Street says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1qDkwfN

We want same pay deal as drivers, says RMT boss

The Conservatives say Labour has been "played" by the unions and lost control of public sector pay. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xn132wR

Foreign Office official resigns over Israel arms sales

The official resigned over arms sales to Israel, saying the UK government "may be complicit in war crimes". from BBC News https://ift.tt/yWxreAm

Misogyny to be treated as extremism by UK government

The Home Office will look at hatred of women as one of the ideological trends that the government says is gaining traction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aZEvmir

Farage denies almost £100,000 a month GB News salary

The Clacton MP has told the BBC the sum also covers work carried out since April and includes additional services. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ue1JlaE

Mason stripped of SNP whip over 'unacceptable' Gaza posts

Writing on X Mr Mason said Israel's actions in Gaza did not amount to "genocide". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ezuNlb3

Why solid growth complicates the Budget masterplan

Having inherited an economy growing at a normal rate, can the chancellor justify tax rises this autumn? from BBC News https://ift.tt/OhPi4Mn

Rayner meets businesses and unions on workers' rights

Proposals include banning zero-hours contracts and ending "fire and rehire" practices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PFvrBA7

UK economy continues recovery with 0.6% growth

Strong growth in the services sector helped the UK to continue to emerge from last year's recession. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nW38t6S

Rayner meets businesses and unions on workers' rights

Proposals include banning zero-hours contracts and ending "fire and rehire" practices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5pQzY2F

Train drivers union 'on cusp of deal' to end strikes

The BBC understands talks regarding train driver pay are taking place on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z6YVkmb

Angus Robertson criticised by SNP colleagues for Israel meeting

Ambassador Daniela Grudsky posted a photo on social media of the meeting with Angus Robertson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c8mtrxZ

Mosque explosion call woman jailed for online post

Julie Sweeney, 53, had suggested the Southport mosque "should be blown up with the adults inside." from BBC News https://ift.tt/FZqszfe

'I don't live, I just exist': Ukrainian families torn apart by visa changes

The government is facing calls to reverse changes making it harder for Ukrainians to bring family to the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8s7XxYK

Higher compensation proposed for poor water service

Water companies that miss standards should pay customers more compensation, the government proposes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d1QeWNM

UK's Starmer urges Iran to refrain from Israel attack

The UK PM tells Iran's president there is a serious risk of miscalculation if an attack goes ahead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zVn1yiW

Tory blasts Senedd leader's abolish stunt

Andrew RT Davies warned against going down "blind alley" in trying to debate whether to scrap Senedd. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m2uCidz

Corbyn in talks to form new independent MPs group

A new group could unlock hundreds of thousands of pounds of public funding and access. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2SCLI3J

Councillor charged with encouraging violent disorder

Ricky Jones was remanded in custody until a pre trial preparation hearing on 6 September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z2cZnXf

Who is in the running for the Scottish Tory leadership?

The Scottish Tories are looking for a new leader - in which direction will the winner take them? from BBC News https://ift.tt/5WUlByD

Stay on high alert for riots, Starmer tells police

Rapid sentencing and increased police presence is deterring violence, the prime minister says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X0SqsLK

UK military on standby for possible Lebanon evacuation

Preparations are being made after the government warned the situation in the Middle East could deteriorate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H34OFCQ

Jamie Greene launches Scottish Tory leadership bid

The West Scotland MSP has pledged to oversee a "radical shake-up" of the party's Holyrood strategy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AXxp7mH

Starmer says rioters can expect rapid sentencing

Teenager James Nelson is thought to be the first person to be jailed for their part in the disorder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9xo6S0g

Tories can win next election, says leadership hopeful Jenrick

The ex-Home Office minister says his party must face "hard truths" before it can get back into power. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aR8bhjJ

Water companies face £168m fines over sewage spills

Thames Water, Northumbrian Water and Yorkshire Water face fines for repeated sewage leaks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NsYTIwh

Six months since Stormont returned, how is it going?

It has been six months since NI's devolved government was restored following a two-year hiatus. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oL2NxgM

What taxes might Rachel Reeves raise?

The chancellor says taxes will have to rise to fix the public finances - but which ones could go up? from BBC News https://ift.tt/X0xHVJZ

'We're watching you,' far-right protesters warned

A home office minster says criminal activity will not be tolerated ahead of expected demonstrations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i76eRqJ

Government sets record budget for green energy auction

The government says its budget to support a renewable energy auction will rise 50%. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6s1ElAC

'No evidence' SNP MSPs misused parliament stamps

Holyrood politicians and their staff were accused of passing stamps bought with expenses to UK general election candidates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8kjDB47