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Labour’s new towns plan means home ownership no longer pipe dream for millions of Britons, says Angela Rayner

The deputy prime minister has written for The Independent hailing Labour’s plans for up to a dozen new towns in England

The Independent UK

Greenfield land likely to be included in proposals for new towns, says minister

Matthew Pennycook said some ‘standalone’ areas of undeveloped land could be included in the recommendations.

Evening Standard

Thursday briefing: Has Labour laid the foundations for fixing Britain’s housing crisis?

In today’s newsletter: The government is proposing big investment and sweeping planning law reform, but critics say the goals are unrealistic and inadequate. We recap Angela Rayner’s housing policy

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Angela Rayner doubles down on Ukraine support amid Trump-Putin talks

THE UK will continue to support Ukraine’s defence against Russia, the Deputy Prime Minister emphasised, after Donald Trump claimed he and Vladimir…

The National (Scotland)

UK vows ‘steadfast’ support for Ukraine amid reports of Trump-Putin talks

‘The whole of Parliament’ continues to support Ukraine, Angela Rayner said, amid the US president’s moves to draw the conflict to an end.

Evening Standard

British builders will start work on new towns before next election – Starmer

Each new town will have the potential for 10,000 or more homes, contributing towards the 1.5 million which the Government has pledged to build.

Evening Standard

Starmer sets out plans for 10,000-home new towns

Sir Keir Starmer said the Government was ‘sweeping aside the blockers’ to get homes built.

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Angela Rayner took advice from NHS trauma specialists for Grenfell demolition meeting

Some of those who survived and were bereaved by the 2017 fire expressed upset and shock after the meeting

Evening Standard

Rayner took advice from NHS trauma specialists for Grenfell demolition meeting

Some of those who survived and were bereaved by the 2017 fire expressed upset and shock after the meeting.

The Independent UK

How lobbying Charles saw himself as a ‘meddler’ before he became King

As the Prince of Wales, Charles faced criticism for his frequent letters to government ministers.

Evening Standard

King hosts Prime Minister and devolved leaders at Windsor

Sir Keir Starmer was invited along with the First Ministers of Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Evening Standard

Minister ‘absolutely’ confident Government will meet 1.5 million homes pledge

It comes as ministers have pledged an additional £350million for affordable and social rent homes.

The Independent UK

King to host political leaders from across the UK at Windsor Castle

Sir Keir Starmer, as well as devolved leaders from Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, have been invited the event, it is believed.

Evening Standard

Labour rebels push for four-day week in employment rights drive

More than a dozen Labour MPs, and one Green MP, have challenged Angela Rayner to commit to exploring a transition ‘across the economy’ from five working days to four – with no reduction in pay

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Rogue landlords in England to face curbs on housing benefit income, says Labour

Deputy PM Angela Rayner announces plans as she presents £350m funding increase for affordable housing

Evening Standard

Government pledges another £350 million for affordable homes

The Government has pledged to build 1.5 million homes over the course of the Parliament.

Evening Standard

King ‘to host political leaders at Windsor Castle’

Charles is believed to have invited Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and leaders of the devolved nations to Windsor Castle.

Evening Standard

What we know about 'offensive' Labour WhatsApp group that has seen two MPs suspended

Labour officials are said to concerned that more messages from the ‘Trigger me Timbers’ group will be leaked

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Evening Standard

Diane Abbott calls on all members of 'racist and sexist' Labour WhatsApp group to quit

Diane Abbott urges all involved in offensive Labour WhatsApp group to step down as two MPs lose the whip

The Guardian - UK

No 10 denies dragging king into politics after visit to Cornwall with Starmer and Rayner

Government says timing of trip to ‘sustainable community’ days before major housing announcement is a coincidence

The Guardian - UK

Mergers of English councils could lead to tax rises due to high debt levels

Labour’s ‘devolution revolution’ aims to simplify local authorities but will force some to combine with others in financial distress

Evening Standard

No 10 denies dragging King into politics after joint visit with Prime Minister

The King, Sir Keir Starmer and Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner toured a housing development in Cornwall on Monday.

The Guardian - UK

Labour was told about ‘vile’ WhatsApp group more than a year ago, says councillor

Gerald Cooney, former leader of Tameside council, says he warned regional officials about Trigger Me Timbers group

Evening Standard

What was said in the Labour WhatsApp group? Diane Abbott calls for MPs to quit

Diane Abbott has called for everyone involved in the racist WhatsApp group to “step down from whatever position they have in Labour”

The Independent UK

Prime Minister and deputy join King for tour of Cornwall housing scheme

It is rare for the King to be accompanied by senior politicians during official royal engagements.

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