The Independent – Can PM win back voters who put him in No 10?
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The Independent – Can PM win back voters who put him in No 10?
Can PM win back voters who put him in No 10? the Independent writes. The paper adds, election experts warn Boris Johnson has a mountain to climb with the public. The paper also leads with Senegal’s historic AFCON win.
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Starmer says plans for military support for Ukraine now entering ‘operational phase’
Labour leader Keir Starmer has announced that plans for military support for Ukraine are now entering the “operational phase.” This comes as the situation in Ukraine continues to escalate, with Russian forces advancing on multiple fronts. Starmer stated that the UK government is working closely with its allies to provide military assistance to Ukraine, including equipment and training. He emphasized the importance of standing with Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression and reiterated his
Disabled people to get ‘right to try’ work without risk of losing benefits
The UK government has announced plans to introduce a new ‘right to try’ scheme that will allow disabled people to work without the risk of losing their benefits. Under the scheme, disabled people will be able to take on temporary or part-time work without having their benefits reduced or withdrawn. This move aims to encourage more disabled people to enter the workforce and gain valuable work experience, while also providing them with financial security. The
Starmer tells Putin to stop playing games and get serious about Ukraine peace deal
Labour leader Keir Starmer has called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to stop playing games and get serious about negotiating a peace deal for Ukraine. Starmer’s comments come as tensions continue to escalate in the region, with reports of increased Russian military activity near the Ukrainian border. In a statement, Starmer said, “Putin needs to stop playing games and start engaging in meaningful negotiations to end the conflict in Ukraine. The people of Ukraine deserve
‘Labyrinth’ of secret tunnels hidden beneath railway station
A network of secret tunnels has been discovered beneath a railway station, creating a mysterious labyrinth that has sparked intrigue and speculation among locals. The tunnels, which are believed to date back to the early 19th century, were uncovered during routine maintenance work at the station. They stretch for miles underground, connecting various parts of the station and leading to unknown destinations. Rumors have circulated about the purpose of these tunnels, with some speculating that
Martin Lewis issues urgent advice to anyone who uses mobile phone for banking
Martin Lewis, the founder of MoneySavingExpert.com, has issued urgent advice to anyone who uses their mobile phone for banking. He warns that cyber criminals are increasingly targeting mobile banking users and using sophisticated tactics to steal their personal information and money. Lewis advises mobile banking users to take the following precautions: 1. Use strong, unique passwords for each of your banking accounts and enable two-factor authentication if available. 2. Be cautious of phishing emails and
Moment UN judge who forced woman to work as slave claims ‘immunity’ to police
The former UN judge who allegedly forced a woman to work as a slave is claiming immunity from police investigation. The judge, who has not been named, is invoking diplomatic immunity as a defense against the accusations. The woman, who was reportedly brought to the judge’s home under false pretenses and forced to work without pay, has filed a complaint with the police. The judge’s lawyer has argued that his client is protected from prosecution
