Tory MPs defend former minister Green after rejection as election candidate Damian Green failed to win selection for the new Weald of Kent constituency. The Independent UK · Feb 20, 2023
Damian Green rejected as Tory candidate for Weald of Kent Deselection fuels speculation that those deemed responsible for Boris Johnson’s exit are being targeted The Guardian - UK · Feb 19, 2023
Tory moderate leader Damian Green rejected as election candidate Local party executives taking ‘revenge’ over Boris Johnson’s removal, claims grassroots group chair The Independent UK · Feb 19, 2023
Senior Tory Damian Green rejected as candidate in next election The former deputy prime minister was not selected as the Conservative candidate for the new Weald of Kent seat. The Independent UK · Feb 19, 2023
MPs find Richard Sharp made ‘significant errors of judgment’ over Johnson loan Sharp’s failure to disclose his role in facilitating a loan guarantee could damage trust in the broadcaster, MPs said. The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2023
MPs find BBC chairperson made ‘significant errors of judgment’ over Johnson loan Sharp’s failure to disclose his role in facilitating a loan guarantee could damage trust in the broadcaster, MPs said. The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2023
BBC chair made 'significant errors of judgement' over Boris Johnson loan, report finds Labour is calling for BBC chair Richard Sharp to quit following a damning report today by MPs into his role helping Boris Johnson get an £800,000 loan Daily Mirror · Feb 12, 2023
BBC chairman made ‘significant errors of judgment’ over Johnson loan, MPs find Richard Sharp’s failure to disclose his role in facilitating a loan guarantee could damage trust in the broadcaster, MPs said. The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2023
BBC chair concedes he acted as a sort of ‘introduction agency’ over £800k loan for Boris Johnson Richard Sharp also admitted he discussed job at broadcaster with the then PM before he applied The Independent UK · Feb 7, 2023
Why are MPs questioning the BBC chair on Boris Johnson’s finances? Questions over the ex-prime minister’s personal finances are set to come to the fore once again, writes Sean O’Grady The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2023
Minister refuses to reveal smart speaker use on cyber security grounds Julia Lopez said it is not wise for politicians to disclose details of their devices amid Chinese espionage fears. The Independent UK · Jan 31, 2023
Local papers need new support to survive, MPs warn Government urged to help local news organisations achieve charitable status and encourage 'philanthropic donations' to publishers Wales Online · Jan 25, 2023
Local papers need new support to survive, say MPs Local newspapers have been among those hit hardest by the drastic changes in the news industry, with many forced to close in recent years. The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2023
BBC chairman to be quizzed by MPs over link to Boris Johnson loan BBC chairman and Tory donor Richard Sharp has been summoned to appear at Westminster to be quizzed by MPs about his appointment. The National (Scotland) · Jan 24, 2023
The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2023 BBC chairman set to be grilled by MPs amid questions over Boris Johnson loan BBC chairman Richard Sharp has said that he believed his selection process was conducted ‘by the book’.
The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2023 EFL safety chief rejects criticism over Hillsborough response Newcastle fans complained of overcrowding at Sheffield Wednesday’s ground during an FA Cup tie earlier this month.
The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2023 MPs issue damning report on Premiership clubs’ ‘unsustainable’ finances The select committee report was critical of the Rugby Football Union and Premiership Rugby.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 13, 2023 Government urged to combat ‘pitiful returns’ for musicians Parliamentary report calls for more streamlined policymaking for the creative industries, in order to make the British music ecosystem more amenable to artists
Evening Standard · Jan 13, 2023 Musicians making ‘pitiful’ returns on streaming, MPs say There needs to be a ‘complete reset’ of the streaming market, according to the DCMS committee
The National (Scotland) · Jan 11, 2023 Porn allegations Tory MP to oversee online safety reforms A FORMER minister sacked following allegations he had pornography on his work computers will be one of the MPs overseeing the passage of the…
The Independent UK · Jan 10, 2023 Damian Green appointed acting chairman of Commons DCMS Committee The former Cabinet minister said there were ‘major policy challenges’ which his committee would scrutinise.
The Independent UK · Dec 26, 2022 Former Conservative deputy prime minister calls for higher wages for care workers Prime minister already under pressure amid demands for higher salaries for nurses and paramedics
The Guardian - UK · Nov 27, 2022 The Tories are tearing themselves apart over housing – but this is another crisis of their own making Twelve years of decaying public services mean any sensible conversation about much-needed new housing is impossible, says the Guardian columnist John Harris
The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2022 Sunak delays housebuilding targets due to Tory rebellion – reports The Prime Minister’s plan to build 300,000 homes a year has reportedly been put on hold.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 22, 2022 Rishi Sunak faces MPs’ rebellion over local housebuilding targets About 50 MPs sign amendment to scrap mandatory local housing targets for councils