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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 3h

Lib Dem's Daisy Cooper calls for an assessment into the threat Elon Musk poses to UK democracy after Tommy Robinson said Musk is paying for his legal fees

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 5h

Government finally acknowledges ‘severe’ economic impact of Brexit

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Government finally acknowledges 'severe' economic impact of Brexit

It looks like Keir Starmer's government is finally acknowledging one of the main reasons behind the UK's malaise: Brexit.

www.thelondoneconomic.com

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Andrew Cutting @andrewcutting.coe.int · 8h

The European Convention on Human Rights is being misrepresented in the UK, says former Supreme Court President Lady Hale👇

🔗 www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home... via @the-independent.com

“It seems so short-sighted. I’m sorry, I’m really, really worried about it.”

#ECHR #OurRightsAndFreedoms

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Fairness Foundation @fairness.bsky.social · 6h

In November's Budget, the Chancellor can reform taxes on wealth to achieve three wins - raising revenue, tackling inequality and boosting growth. Find out more at fairnessfoundation.com/win-win-win

Win-Win-Win

Taxing wealth for fairness, revenue and growth

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 9h

Price cap should be placed on vet prescriptions, watchdog says

The Competition and Markets Authority said price caps should be placed on prescriptions provided by vets to stop pet owners from being ripped off

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Price cap should be placed on vet prescriptions, watchdog says

The Competition and Markets Authority said price caps should be placed on prescriptions provided by vets to stop pet owners from being ripped off.

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 9h

BREAKING: Chancellor Rachel Reeves tells Sky’s Sam Coates tax rises are coming

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 9h

Chancellor admits tax rises and spending cuts considered for budget

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Chancellor admits tax rises and spending cuts considered for budget

Speaking exclusively to Sky's deputy political editor Sam Coates, Rachel Reeves says Brexit, austerity, and the Liz Truss mini-budget have all played a role in damaging Britain's economy - as she prep...

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 9h

BREAKING: “There is no doubting that the impact of Brexit is severe and long lasting” says Chancellor Rachel Reeves

It’s about time!

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 23h

Teenagers using Instagram will now only see content that abides by a PG-13 cinema rating, according to Meta

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Meta rolls out PG-13 restrictions on Instagram teen accounts

Chats between teenagers and Meta AI will also be restricted to a PG-13 rating.

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

Labour has already delivered or making progress towards two-thirds of its manifesto pledges

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Labour has already delivered or making progress towards two-thirds of its manifesto pledges

The Labour government has already delivered or is making progress towards around two thirds of its manifesto pledges.

www.thelondoneconomic.com

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned UK inflation is set to surge to the highest in the G7 in 2025 and 2026

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UK facing highest inflation in G7 in yet another pre-Budget blow for Reeves

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is predicting the UK will have the highest inflation in the G7

www.independent.co.uk

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

'When I said build baby build I absolutely meant it'

Housing Secretary Steve Reed tells #BBCBreakfast about new powers to support more building in England

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

'Make or break': Chancellor warned businesses can't take more tax hikes in budget

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'Make or break': Chancellor warned businesses can't take more tax hikes in budget

Rachel Reeves will deliver her second budget on 26 November. She has vowed not to raise taxes on "working people", but some increases are expected as she faces a multibillion-pound black hole in the p...

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

“The European Convention on Human Rights protects us all. The rights within it are the reason why families devastated by disasters like Hillsborough could demand justice, why victims of abuse can seek safety, & why disabled people are treated with dignity in care

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🚨UK will leave the ECHR if Tories win next election Kemi Badenoch has announced

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

Alan Shearer and Michael Caine join calls for PM to ban smacking

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Alan Shearer and Michael Caine join calls for PM to ban smacking

Smacking is already banned in Wales and Scotland, but in England, the Children's Act allows for the practice in cases where it is "reasonable punishment".

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

I’m glad we can now talk about Brexit damage, says Wes Streeting

The Prime Minister is gearing up to blame Nigel Farage and Brexit for Britain’s expected downturn in productivity at the November Budget

It’s about time

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I’m glad we can now talk about Brexit damage, says Wes Streeting

The prime minister is gearing up to blame Nigel Farage and Brexit for Britain’s expected downturn in productivity at the November Budget

www.independent.co.uk

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said he has "full confidence" in national security adviser Jonathan Powell following the collapse of the China spy trial

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Sir Keir Starmer has 'full confidence' in national security adviser after China spy trial collapse

The collapse of a trial against two men accused of spying for China has led to an extraordinary blame game in parliament - with the Tories accusing the government of seeking to "curry favour" with Bei...

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

Let’s not forget when the Tories were last in office - according to international Human Rights Watch - the UK was on course to make the list of countries that abuse rather than protect human rights

We need to protect the ECHR, not leave it

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🚨UK will leave the ECHR if Tories win next election Kemi Badenoch has announced

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Peter Stefanovic @peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 1d

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Frontline19 @frontline19.bsky.social · 5d

URGENT APPEAL on #WorldMentalHealthDay2025

We've supported a million frontline workers, helping save at least 77 from suicide. Our funds are very low & we urgently need your help to meet rising demand this winter.

Please consider donating to our Crowdfunder
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Frontline19 @frontline19.bsky.social · 5d

URGENT APPEAL on #WorldMentalHealthDay2025

We've supported a million frontline workers, helping save at least 77 from suicide. Our funds are very low & we urgently need your help to meet rising demand this winter.

Please consider donating to our Crowdfunder
👇
www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-suppo...

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Andrew Cutting @andrewcutting.coe.int · 2d

“Over the last 70 years, the #ECHR has repeatedly stepped in when domestic courts were unable to provide the protection we now take for granted and cherish,” says the UK’s outgoing judge at the European Court of Human Rights👇

🔗 www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/ecthr-m... via @lawsocietygazette.bsky.social

ECtHR 'more necessary and relevant' now, says outgoing UK judge

Leading silk says he 'hardly recognises' the good work of the ECHR from recent criticism of Strasbourg court.

www.lawgazette.co.uk

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The 99% Organisation @99organisation.bsky.social · 2d

As the Budget draws near, we focus on the question: What positive steps could the Chancellor take in November?

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A graph of the UK's long-run economic decline

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Fairness Foundation @fairness.bsky.social · 2d

Four flavours of fairness: Fairness was a common thread running through the Labour, Conservative, Lib Dem and Reform conferences this year. Read our round-up by @jasonbunting.bsky.social