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Brexit: Labour will seek re-write of deal, Starmer says Sir Keir Starmer has spoken to the Financial Times about Labour’s plans if they win the next general election – expected at some time in 2024. Starmer told the FT that the current Brexit deal, which is due for review in 2025, is “too thin.” Speaking at a conference of centre-left leaders in Canada, Starmer ruled out re-joining the customs unions, the single market or the EU. It’s not clear however if Brussels would even be open to making major changes to the agreement, which was agreed by former PM Boris…

Liz Truss urges PM to cut taxes and benefit increases Former Prime Minister Liz Truss is set to call on PM Rishi Sunak to cut taxes, reduce benefit increases, raise the retirement age and delay net-zero commitments. In a speech, she will defend her chaotic 44 days in office and the policies she tried to push through. She will also acknowledge she tried to do too much in a short amount of time. Truss, who will speak at an event held by the Institute for Government think tank, will argue that she could not deliver her plans due to the…

Elementor #551212 September 18, 20231 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Metro – Brand: What did TV bosses know?  The Metro reports that the controversy raises questions about what television executives knew about Brand’s alleged behaviour, saying some may have turned a blind eye. The star is accused of rape and sexual assaults, allegations he has strenuously denied, saying his relationships were “always consensual”. The front page reports on Shania Twain – with the paper reviewing her recent concert. Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the…

Elementor #551206 September 18, 20231 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today Financial Times – Labour government would seek to rewrite Brexit deal, Starmer pledges  The Financial Times leads on Labour’s Brexit plan if they win the next general election. Sir Keir Starmer plans to seek a “major rewrite” of Britain’s Brexit deal if his party wins the next general election. In an interview with the paper, Sir Keir says the current deal the UK has with the bloc is “too thin”. The paper’s main image shows an anti-fossil fuel protest in New York, as world leaders gather…

Elementor #551200 September 18, 20231 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Guardian – Unite launches ‘red wall’ push for more radical Labour policies  Labour’s biggest union backer is launching a grassroots campaign in industrial constituencies across the UK demanding more radical policies on energy, steel and green jobs, The Guardian reports. The union is launching campaigns in the “red wall” seats aimed at “stoking public pressure” on Labour. Sharon Graham tells the paper that funding earmarked for the party will instead be used to demand “more radical policies on energy, steel and green jobs.” The front…

Elementor #551194 September 18, 20231 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today Daily Mirror – What did TV chiefs know?  The Daily Mirror asks how much TV chiefs knew about claims against Russell Brand. A source tells the paper that investigations by the comedian’s former employers will aim to establish whether “a blind eye was turned to any claims”. The paper also leads on the upcoming Netflix documentary about murdered TV presenter Jill Dando. Dando’s brother is hoping the new documentary could help find her killer, 24 years after she was gunned down on her doorstep. Today’s top…

Elementor #551188 September 18, 20231 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today The Sun – Beeb probe ‘demon’ Brand  The Sun says the BBC and Channel 4 have launched inquiries into Russell Brand after more details emerged of rape and sexual assault allegations. The paper notes the police have urged people to come forward and speak to them. The paper also leaves space to report on Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Everton, but most of the paper’s front page leads on Brand. Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share it? its easy … just click the…

Elementor #551182 September 18, 20231 Min Read Summary of the Top 6 headlines today Daily Express – Russell Brand sex assault claims may be ‘tip of iceberg’  The Daily Express leads on the latest claims made against comedian Russell Brand. The rape and sexual assault claims from the four women in the documentary may just be ‘tip of the iceberg’ according to TV experts. The paper notes police are urging people to get in contact with them. England beat Japan in the Rugby World Cup also makes the front page. Today’s top stories Like this article? why don’t you share…

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