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Rishi Sunak’s threat of nuclear war failed to move voters, new poll reveals There is no bias in the title provided. Rishi Sunak’s attempts to kickstart the general election campaign with a threat of nuclear war and a need to have a government strong on defence and security has failed to move voters, a new poll has revealed. The Techne UK weekly tracker poll seen by The Independent has shown that Mr Sunak’s speech at the Policy Exchange thinktank has left his party rooted on just 21 percent, unchanged from last week. It also followed a week where pollsters -…

Gordon Brown has warned that the West may never be forgiven for not offering African countries urgent relief during the worst debt crisis in a generation. The former prime minister’s rallying call comes as a poll shows nearly half of Britons think the UK should wipe the debts of lower income countries so the money can be used to fund hospitals, schools and tackle the climate crisis. West must stop forcing African nations to pay off debt says Gordon Brown It follows a report which shows many African countries spent more on debt payments than on health or education last year. Mr Brown said the…

Sunak clashes with Janet Street-Porter on Loose Women as Starmer unveils Labour’s general election pledges – UK politics live There is no bias in the title provided. Keir Starmer launches Labour election campaign with six pledges to voters Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Rishi Sunak has clashed with Janet Street-Porter on ITV’s Loose Women over his recent spring Budget. The Prime Minister was confronted on why he “hates pensioners” as some measures “didn’t cater to older people”. It came hours after Sir Keir…

Welsh Water secures £1.5m Ofwat Innovation Fund grant There is no bias in the title provided. The funds will be used to lead a trailblazing project aimed at reducing carbon in the water treatment process. The initiative aims to provide benefits across the industry and contribute to a healthier environment. The not-for-profit company will also collaborate with partners on other projects designed to save both carbon and costs whilst addressing the environment. At the heart of the proposal is an innovative solution which could save Welsh Water two tonnes of carbon every year by transforming the management of organics during…

Plans for this skyline dominating landmark in historic town divides opinion There is no bias in the original title Civic Hall plans have been submitted to Conwy county council https://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/plans-skyline-dominating-landmark-historic-29185596

Sir Chris Hoy announces he is being treated for cancer There is no bias in the original title provided. The six-time Olympic gold medallist said the news came as a “huge shock” last year and he is undergoing chemotherapy. The 47-year-old from Edinburgh posted a statement on social media saying he had wanted to keep his diagnosis private but his “hand has been forced”. He said: “I have a bit of news. Last year I was diagnosed with cancer, which came as a huge shock, having had no symptoms up to that point. “I’m currently receiving treatment including chemotherapy, which…

John Swinney vows to go all out to build Scotland’s economy There is no bias in the original title provided. He said this approach coupled with resources such as renewable energy were grounds for optimism, but added that it was necessary for Scotland to “work even harder” on the economy with the powers it had to offset the effects of Brexit. The First Minister said: “My goal is to help people live happier and healthier lives with higher living standards and to help businesses boost profitability. “The evidence shows that independent countries that are comparable to Scotland are wealthier and…

Georgians Protest foreign agents bill opposition parties unite in small numbers to object to foreign funding. Whilst the government is enforcing rules for national security threats for misinformation from NATO allies. Egypt has joined South Africa in bring Israel to justice over its war crimes committed in Gaza. The Egyptians have officially vowed to support the legal case at the ICJ. Mbappe named France’s player of the year again in hs last year at the club. And a round up of all the latest sports and Finance news from the markets. Georgians Protest foreign agents bill and pledge to continue…

The UK’s best family day out is this ‘brilliant little museum’ in London There is no bias in the title provided. There are so many options when it comes to a family day out in London, but you could be overlooking one of the capital’s top spots. The Horniman Museum and Gardens has been crowned London’s best family attraction, reigning above the likes of The Young V&A, the Science Museum and The London Transport Museum, among others. The quirky South London tourist attraction, famous for its giant Walrus, has been welcoming visitors since 1901, and there’s plenty to keep both…

There are only 6 London postcodes where you can rent for under £800 There is no bias in the title provided. London has always been expensive, but there was a time when you could get considerable change out of £1,000 for your monthly rent (and buy a pint for under £5). Fast forward to 2024 and there are just six postcodes left in the Big Smoke where you can still rent a room for under £800 – AKA about a third of the average full-time worker’s monthly earnings. There are plenty of Londoners who don’t earn the average, too, despite…