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Voter ID: analysis shows Conservative MPs offering weak justification for law which is now in force

The UK government has changed the law so that people in England will have to show ID when they go to vote. This controversial new rule was brought in on the insistence that the “integrity of elections” needs to be protected. But it has the potential to prevent many people…

The Conversation · Apr 14, 2023

New Covid variant Arcturus has rare symptom, doctor explains, as first cases found in UK

A more infectious Covid variant has been surging in India, while cases have also been confirmed in the UK, and a doctor has revealed an unusual symptom that has been found

Irish Mirror · Apr 14, 2023

Labour's attack ads on Rishi Sunak: gutter politics or smart election campaigning?

I feel this is a sign that Labour is serious about winning, rather than a sign that they have lost their moral compass.

The Conversation · Apr 14, 2023

OPINION - The London Discount: Britain’s biggest firms would be worth £460bn more in New York

Education, skills, demand for labour – a range of factors determine how much any of us are worth. But the single biggest factor is geography. A car wash manager in the US can earn more than the head of cyber security at HM Treasury in London, who in turn makes…

Evening Standard · Apr 14, 2023

Holiday spots where laughing gas is banned as Cyprus tightens up rules

Laughing gas is a term commonly used for nitrous oxide or NOS that is often found in pressurised metal canisters and is facing being banned under stricter new laws in the UK

Daily Mirror · Apr 14, 2023

Karen's Diner is taking its 'rude waiters and terrible service' on tour

The UK's 'rudest restaurant' is hitting the road

Manchester Evening News · Apr 14, 2023

Micheal Martin defends Joe Biden over claims the US President 'hates the UK'

The Tanaiste spoke on RTE's Morning Ireland about Joe Biden's ongoing visit in Ireland and said he was "surprised" by recent comments made by Arlene Foster

Dublin Live · Apr 14, 2023

Three key questions about deadly new Arcturus Covid variant - and horrific new symptom

The Covid subvariant Arcturus is leading to skyrocketing infections in India and has prompted health officials to reintroduce mandatory mask-wearing among other measures as a new symptom has emerged

Daily Mirror · Apr 14, 2023

Grand National 2023: Companies warned sweepstakes may be illegal if entrants work from home

Thousands of workers will be taking part in a sweepstake for the Grand National this Saturday - but they've been advised to stick to the Gambling Commission's rules

Daily Mirror · Apr 14, 2023

7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more this weekend (April 14)

From brand new Netflix movies to returning HBO Max series, there’s plenty to watch this weekend.

TechRadar · Apr 14, 2023