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‘There is no moral case’: Labour divided over prospect of benefit cuts

Some feel the party is moving away from the working class, but others argue ministers must show new Labour voters the system can work

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer could face biggest rebellion over disability benefit freeze

Exclusive: Dozens of Labour MPs understood to have urged the government to think again

The Guardian - UK

MPs back package of workers’ rights reforms in ‘landmark’ Bill

MPs backed the Bill at its third reading 333 votes to 100, majority 233, and it will now undergo scrutiny in the House of Lords.

Evening Standard

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The Guardian view on Labour’s welfare plans: betraying the vulnerable

Editorial: Sir Keir Starmer’s suggested benefit cuts are deeply unfair to poor, sick and disabled people – and ignore expert warnings that these measures won’t boost employment

The Guardian - UK

We need smaller councils, not larger ones

Letters: Yvonne Williams says that for the Isle of Wight, integration with Hampshire will be a disaster. Plus a letter from Robert Jones

The Guardian - UK

Katie Amess says ‘glimmer of hope’ inquiry will be reconsidered after PM meeting

The murdered MP’s daughter met with the Prime Minister and the Home Secretary on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Welsh Secretary asked if she would resign over benefit cuts

Jo Stevens was questioned whether she will vote against any welfare cuts, as she did against similar proposals in 2015, and resign from the cabinet.

Evening Standard

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Fact check: Labour’s council tax promise applied to 2023-2024

If they had been in power Labour said at the time they would have frozen council tax in the tax year ending in the spring of 2024.

Evening Standard

Labour planning 'far-right inspired Project Chainsaw' to cut public sector – reports

The Labour Government is considering launching a “Project Chainsaw” inspired by the far-right poster boys Elon Musk and Argentinian president…

The National (Scotland)

Nicola Sturgeon slams treatment of trans people in Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon has said she believes society will look back and "feel a sense of collective shame" at the vilification of trans people ...

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Labour grandee claims £30k – but hasn't spoken in Lords in 26 years

A SCOTTISH Labour grandee claimed more than £30,000 in expenses from the House of Lords during the last parliament despite not speaking in the…

The National (Scotland)

Parties must tackle ‘toxic’ politics to attract more women, warns Sturgeon

It came as the former Scottish first minister confirmed she will not run again in the 2026 Holyrood election.

Evening Standard

‘Job-killing’ Government led by ‘trash’ talker Starmer, claims Badenoch at PMQs

The two leaders clashed over the economy and cost of living during their exchanges at Prime Minister’s Questions.

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Sturgeon ‘changed Scottish lives for the better’ – Swinney

First Minister John Swinney thanked Nicola Sturgeon for her contribution to public life.

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Bridgen has ‘no real prospect’ of winning Hancock libel claim, High Court told

The ex-MP for North West Leicestershire is suing the former health minister over a post on social media in January 2023.

The Guardian - UK

Nicola Sturgeon to stand down as MSP next year

Scotland’s former first minister, who led SNP from 2014 until 2023, says she will not seek re-election in 2026

The National (Scotland)

Timeline of Nicola Sturgeon's time as an MSP and first minister

FORMER Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced she will not seek re-election to Holyrood next year ...

The National (Scotland)

Scotland reacts as Nicola Sturgeon announces plan to quit as an MSP

TRIBUTES have been paid to former first minister Nicola Sturgeon after she announced plans to stand down as an MSP next year.

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'Sorrow and anticipation': Read Nicola Sturgeon's MSP resignation message in full

NICOLA Sturgeon has announced that she will be stepping down from Holyrood at the 2026 elections ...

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20 reasons to subscribe to The National for £20 (for a whole year!)

WE'RE offering an entire year of access to The National for just £20 as part of our spring sale – and what better way to convince you to…

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Scottish Labour MPs challenged to back bid to give Holyrood workers' rights powers

SCOTTISH Labour MPs face a challenge to back calls for Holyrood to get powers over workers’ rights.

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer’s stature continues to grow in office

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: After a shaky start, the prime minister has won effusive tributes from otherwise grudging Tories, while seeing off critics within his party to remain undefeated in the House of Commons. He is the careful, unshowy and assiduous leader the country needs

The Guardian - UK

Labour used to give the needy the benefit of the doubt. Now they slash their benefits

It’s no wonder many people on welfare are starting to look back on the last government with affection

Evening Standard

Inevitability of four-day week should be embraced, Labour MP says

Peter Dowd said a four-day week could lead to more productivity, with employees less likely to experience burnout.

The Guardian - UK

Economic growth for its own sake is ruining Britain

Letters: Philip Wood, Daniel Scharf and Sheila Triggs respond to an article by Rowan Williams calling for a refocusing of Labour’s goals on wellbeing, not wealth

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