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Apple, Google push for judicial oversight in Canada online safety bill

Apple and Google are urging Canada to amend Bill C-22, seeking judicial oversight to prevent secret orders that could force them to break encryption. The tech giants argue such measures would undermine user privacy and transparency, citing concerns similar to those that led Apple to withdraw features from the UK.

The Economic Times

Speaker scolds Labour ministers for making major announcements on TikTok before Parliament

The Speaker of the House of Commons has slammed ministers for making major announcements on TikTok before making them in the chamber.

The Independent UK

Starmer says UK bagged trade deal with North Korea in PMQs blunder

Sir Keir Starmer accidentally announced a UK trade deal with North Korea in the House of Commons.

The Independent UK

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Some see 'King of the North' as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament

Britain’s government is in turmoil, and some see Andy Burnham as the one to save it

The Independent UK

What could happen next in Labour leadership challenge?

How a contest to become PM is triggered, and Andy Burnham’s chances in the Makerfield byelection

The Guardian - UK

Watch: UK Parliament revives centuries-old ritual before King’s Speech

Black Rod was symbolically denied entry to the House of Commons during the ceremonial opening of the UK Parliament ahead of King Charles III’s speech.

Euronews

What is the king’s speech and what is the state opening of parliament?

Ceremonial event marks start of new parliamentary year, and outlines government policies and proposed legislation

The Guardian - UK

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King’s Speech: The full text of Charles’ address in the House of Lords

Charles has set out the Government’s priorities for the year ahead

The Independent UK

How Keir Starmer could be replaced as UK prime minister after discontent rises in his own party

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under pressure to resign following Labour's poor local election results. Dozens of party lawmakers are calling for his departure. Starmer remains defiant, but a leadership contest could be triggered. The process involves lawmaker support and party member votes. Potential successors are being discussed. Many…

The Economic Times

Dave Doogan to lead SNP at Westminster as Stephen Flynn steps down

Mr Doogan, the MP for Angus and Perthshire, said his election came at a ‘crucial time for Scotland’s future and our journey to independence’.

The Independent UK

Senior cabinet ministers and more than 70 MPs call for Keir Starmer’s resignation as speech fails to quell rebellion – as it happened

Home secretary Shabana Mahmood reported to be among those who have told the PM to consider his position.

The Guardian - UK

A democracy or a republic? History shows that some Americans are asking the wrong question

As the nation observes its 250th birthday, historians can help settle one present-day dispute: Is the United States a democracy or a republic?

The Conversation

Farage’s attempt to get ahead of £5m gift story only raises more questions

Reform leader went public after approach from Guardian, but does his claim stack up that money was for his security?

The Guardian - UK

Nigel Farage referred to standards watchdog over failure to declare £5m gift

The Reform UK leader revealed he had received a seven-figure sum from a crypto investor to boost his security and that his home was firebombed.

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Evening Standard

Nigel Farage referred to standards watchdog over undeclared £5m gift 'for security after firebomb attack'

The Reform UK leader claimed he received the seven-figure sum from a crypto investor to boost his security and that his home was firebombed

The Independent UK

Fresh breakthrough in plans to curb social media for under-16s in UK as peers end stand-off with MPs

Peers stood down on Tuesday after ministers announced they would impose social media restrictions for young people regardless of the outcome of the current consultation

Evening Standard

Anas Sarwar challenged to order MPs to back inquiry into PM

MPs will vote on whether the Privileges Committee should carry out an inquiry into Sir Keir Starmer.

Euronews

UK House of Lords accused of 'obstructionism' as time runs out on assisted dying bill

MPs in the House of Commons had backed legalising euthanasia for adults who have been given less than six months to live and can clearly express a wish to die, in a historic vote last June.

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The Conversation

Prime ministers have always faced political scandals – so why can’t they weather them now?

UK prime ministers today are about as secure in their jobs as football managers. In the nearly three decades between 1979 and 2005, Britain had just three prime ministers: Margaret Thatcher, John Major and Tony Blair. From 2005-2015, we again had three: Blair, Gordon Brown and David Cameron.

The Independent UK

Bill to allow assisted dying in England and Wales is set to fall as parliamentary time runs out

A proposed bill to allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to choose to end their lives is set to fall Friday as parliamentary time runs out

The Independent UK

The assisted dying Bill has run out of time – but could still become law. Here’s how

More than 1,200 suggested changes were tabled in the Lords to the Bill

The Guardian - UK

‘Not democratic’: opponents and backers of assisted dying bill remain divided

Recriminations continue over failure to bring in new laws allowing assisted dying for terminally ill people in England and Wales

International Business Times UK

Did Andrew Force a Royal Procession for Princess Eugenie? Inside Ex-Prince's Alleged Wedding Demand

Prince Andrew's demand for a grand wedding for Princess Eugenie in 2018 sparked public backlash over taxpayer expenses, with a petition urging the royal family to cover the costs.

The Independent UK

Watch in full: Starmer faces more backlash from MPs over Mandelson vetting scandal at PMQs

Sir Keir Starmer faced a grilling in the House of Commons at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday (22 April) amid the ongoing fallout over the vetting of Lord Peter Mandelson.

International Business Times UK

Revised Labour Pension Plan Blocked as Pension Power Grab Over Workers' Retirement Savings Deepens

Labour pension plan blocked again. The UK government's attempt to expand control over private pension funds faces another setback as the House of Lords blocks a key measure in the Pension Schemes Bill.

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