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Hillsborough law unanimously backed by MPs

Labour MP Ian Byrne, who was at Hillsborough during the fatal crush, was visibly emotional as he spoke in the chamber.

Evening Standard · Jul 14

‘Keir Starmer made Hillsborough families a promise, now we fear he won’t keep his word’

The prime minister has repeatedly pledged to introduce a Hillsborough Law, but those campaigning for it are tired of waiting

The Independent UK · Mar 29

‘Sickening, Irresponsible’—Man Utd, Liverpool Defeat Elon Musk in AI Battle

A series of posts from the X AI tool Grok inspired complaints from both Premier League clubs.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 8

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MPs warn Premier League clubs ‘football without fans is nothing’ amid concerns over rising ticket prices

Arsenal have already confirmed their ticket prices will be increasing for next season

The Independent UK · Mar 5

Why Liverpool MP fears Hillsborough Law ‘could be kicked into the long grass’

The government must continue to work with campaigners, MPs say, after delaying the Bill’s proceedings

The Independent UK · Jan 19

Hillsborough law on hold ‘until agreement reached with families’

Bill will not return to Commons until government finds common ground over role of active intelligence officers

The Guardian - UK · Jan 19

Starmer ‘wants to get balance right’ on Hillsborough Law after amendment pulled

Ministers are now speaking to campaigners and bereaved families to try to agree on how to move forward.

Evening Standard · Jan 19

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Government pulls amendment to Hillsborough law after backlash

Proposed change relating to spies was criticised by campaigners and MPs as allowing an opt-out for senior officials

The Guardian - UK · Jan 18

Withdraw Hillsborough law amendment, urge Liverpool and Manchester mayors

Draft creates ‘too broad an opt-out’ for intelligence chiefs to decide what information is released after major incident

The Guardian - UK · Jan 17

Labour MPs could rebel over Hillsborough law after talks with families break down

Families are concerned about possibility for intelligence services to veto officers giving evidence after disasters

The Guardian - UK · Jan 14

Hillsborough families call for ex-police chief to be stripped of knighthood after damning report

A report into the 1989 disaster and its aftermath was published by the Independent Office for Police Conduct on Tuesday

The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2025

Hillsborough Law coming ‘very soon’ as Labour conference in Liverpool nears

Solicitor general Lucy Rigby told the Commons a ‘Hillsborough Law’ would include the duty of candour for public officials that campaigners wanted.

The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2025

Plan to link rare cancer sufferers to suitable clinical trials clears Commons

Allison Gardner MP dedicated her support for the Rare Cancers Bill to her mother, who died of pancreatic cancer.

Evening Standard · Jul 11, 2025

Labour MP reintroduces bid for Hillsborough Law after campaign stalls

Ian Byrne (Liverpool West Derby), who was with family at the Hillsborough disaster in 1989, said a law is needed to restore faith in justice.

The Independent UK · Jul 2, 2025

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Evening Standard · Jun 12, 2025

Government urged not to weaken ‘Hillsborough Law’ as MPs demand Bill is passed

Labour MPs have insisted that the law that would ensure a duty of candour on public bodies and workers must not be watered down amid further delays.

Evening Standard · May 7, 2025

Labour MPs urged to focus on future amid post-election discontent

Labour is facing a ‘battle for the very future and the heart and soul of our country’, Cabinet Office minister Pat McFadden said.

Evening Standard · May 7, 2025

Starmer faces backbench rebellion over Pip benefit squeeze, Labour MPs indicate

Several MPs indicated they would vote against proposed changes to the personal independence payment benefit.

The Independent UK · Apr 30, 2025

MP calls for independent football regulator to play role in setting ticket prices

Labour MP Ian Byrne urged the government to ‘tackle the issue of the pricing out of working class supporters’ from football games

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Evening Standard · Apr 15, 2025

Reynolds says Chinese firms would be viewed ‘in different way’ over steel bids

But the Business Secretary added that the dispute over the North Lincolnshire site was because of ‘one specific company’.

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2025

Labour restores whip to three more MPs who opposed two-child benefit cap

Ian Byrne, Imran Hussain and Richard Burgon suspended last July for backing SNP amendment to king’s speech

Evening Standard · Feb 5, 2025

Four rebel MPs given Labour whip back

Richard Burgon, Ian Byrne, Imran Hussain and Rebecca Long-Bailey were among seven Labour MPs who were suspended from the parliamentary party in July.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 29, 2025

Labour rebels could remain suspended because of Gaza criticism

LABOUR rebels suspended from the party may be readmitted if they promise to “behave themselves” – with some expected to remain out in the cold…

The Guardian - UK · Jan 28, 2025

First of seven Labour MPs suspended for voting against party to have whip restored

Keir Starmer suspended the seven in July after they voted against two-child benefit cap

Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2024

Starmer faces pressure from own party over Waspi decision

A former shadow employment minister is among those urging Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to ‘reconsider’ the decision.

The Guardian - UK · Dec 17, 2024

Thames Water wins court approval to secure ‘critical’ £3bn cash lifeline

Decision came after protesters called on judges to block a financial bailout they say will cost customers £250 a year

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