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Cost-of-living challenges ‘more severe than at any time since 1970s’

A former Sainsbury’s boss has claimed that cost-of-living challenges are more severe than at any time since the 1970s, as he criticised the Government’s policy on energy bills. Speaking on Sky News, Justin King argued against a blanket reduction in ...

09 Oct 2022 at 13:20

Boris Johnson comeback cannot be ruled out, says ally

A close ally of Boris Johnson believes a comeback for the former prime minister cannot be ruled out. Nadine Dorries, who served as culture secretary in Mr Johnson’s administration, told BBC One’s Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg programme: “I have ...

09 Oct 2022 at 12:51

Blackouts ‘extremely unlikely’ but planning taking place, says Zahawi

The UK Government is planning for blackouts but it is an “extremely unlikely scenario”, according to Nadhim Zahawi. The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster said it is “only right that we plan for every scenario”, before ruling out a £14 ...

09 Oct 2022 at 15:40

Zahawi accuses Sturgeon of ‘dangerous language’ in swipe at Tories

Nicola Sturgeon has been accused of using “dangerous language” as she took a swipe at the Conservatives. Speaking to the BBC during the SNP conference in Aberdeen on Sunday, the Scottish First Minister said she would prefer a Labour ...

09 Oct 2022 at 12:31

Northern Ireland

Donaldson: Unionists are coalescing around position of DUP

The leader of the DUP has insisted he does not fear an election and said that unionists are coalescing around the position of his party. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, who has warned the Prime Minister that the DUP will not return to ...

09 Oct 2022 at 12:07

National Trust urges Liz Truss not to ‘rip up critical nature protections’

The National Trust has raised concerns over Government proposals it claims will “rip up critical nature protections, remove planning regulations in so-called ‘investment zones’ and review environmental farming subsidies”. ...

09 Oct 2022 at 18:09

Minister confirms free train travel for veterans to attend remembrance services

The Transport Secretary has confirmed military personnel and veterans will be able to access free train travel to attend remembrance services again this year. It was reported on Friday that the Government had revoked the ...

09 Oct 2022 at 17:44

Zahawi warns ‘delay is our biggest enemy’ as he urges Tory unity

Cabinet minister Nadhim Zahawi has warned “delay is our biggest enemy” as he sought to quell disquiet in Tory ranks after a tumultuous week for the party. The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster said colleagues must ...

09 Oct 2022 at 23:33

Cabinet minister backs PM ‘swiftly’ sacking ex-minister Conor Burns

A Cabinet minister has backed the Prime Minister’s decision to “swiftly” sack Conor Burns from the Government following a complaint of misconduct. Nadhim Zahawi said he believes Mr Burns has been treated fairly ...

09 Oct 2022 at 14:21

Truss promises to make ‘hard choices’ in search for economic growth

Liz Truss said she would make the “difficult but necessary” choices to get economic growth, but was heckled by environmental campaigners during her first conference speech as Tory leader. The Prime Minister ...

05 Oct 2022 at 16:14

Fireworks ban for under-18s to come into force

Legislation to improve public safety by banning the supply of fireworks to under-18s is set to come into force on October 10. In addition, the Fireworks and Pyrotechnics (Scotland) Act will see attacks on ...

05 Oct 2022 at 13:06

Service sector breaks from 18 months of growth, survey suggests

The UK’s service sector has interrupted 18 months of consecutive growth to stagnate for the first time since lockdowns as customers across the country tightened their belts. Under-pressure household ...

05 Oct 2022 at 11:48

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