The Independent – ‘PM defends climate pact after backlash’
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The Independent – ‘PM defends climate pact after backlash’
The prime minister has defended the climate pact made at cop26 following backlash. The PM admits disappointment at the watered-down agreement but says the deal is ‘game-changing’, the Independent’s front-page splashes.
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John Prescott’s funeral – latest: Starmer joins mourners as Reeves vows Heathrow third runway within decade
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The history behind Heathrow’s third runway debate – and who’s against it
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Royal Mail set to ditch some Saturday deliveries in new shake up
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UK politics – live: Anger as Reeves’ support for third Heathrow runway sparks climate backlash
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Housing market has strongest start in three years — see how your area fared
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