Here are some of the top UK news stories today, June 19, 2023:
- NHS nurses strike in England could reach ‘end of the road’ this week. Thousands of NHS nurses are set to strike for the third time in as many months, in a dispute over pay and staffing levels. The strikes are due to take place on Wednesday and Thursday, and could have a significant impact on patient care.
- Partygate: Met chief hints at new inquiry after ‘jingle and mingle’ video. The Metropolitan Police has hinted that it could launch a new inquiry into Partygate after a video emerged of Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak attending a “jingle and mingle” event during the COVID-19 lockdown. The video has led to calls for the Prime Minister and Chancellor to resign.
- Student queueing for club died when ‘unsuitable’ screen fell, court hears. A student died when a screen fell on him as he was queuing to get into a nightclub in Manchester. The 20-year-old man, who has not been named, was crushed by the screen, which was not properly secured.
- Johnson’s Partygate lies would have ‘contaminated’ government, MPs told. A committee of MPs has concluded that Boris Johnson’s lies about Partygate would have “contaminated” the government. The committee said that Johnson’s actions had “undermined public trust” in the government.
- Tory mayor resigns after apologising for attending LGBTQ+ event. The Conservative mayor of a town in England has resigned after apologising for attending an LGBTQ+ event. The mayor, who has not been named, said that he had attended the event to “show support for the community”.
These are just a few of the top UK news stories today. For more news, please visit the websites of the news organizations listed above.
- US appeals court throws out plea deal for alleged mastermind of 11 September terror attacksKhalid Sheikh Mohammed, a close confidant of Osama bin Laden and widely regarded as the architect of the 9/11 attacks, was captured on 1 March, 2003 in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, and transferred to the infamous Guantanamo Bay detention facility.http://dlvr.it/TLt140
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- What’s New on Netflix UK This Week: ‘1923’ ‘Too Much’ & ‘We Live in Time’There are 39 new movies to watch on Netflix UK this week.http://dlvr.it/TLt11l
- Black people in England four times as likely to face homelessness, study findsUK News: Black people also less likely than white people to get social housing and can face ‘overt racism’ from private landlords Black people in England are almost four times as likely to face homelessness as white people and substantially less likely to get social housing, according to the first major study into homelessness and… Read more: Black people in England four times as likely to face homelessness, study finds
- Brain Tumour Research: Director of Income Generation and DevelopmentICYMI: £85,000 per annum: Brain Tumour Research: This role will play a critical part in delivering long-term, sustainable income growth to fund our ambitious plans. Milton Keyneshttp://dlvr.it/TLsx4F
- Teaching Fellow in Creative WritingICYMI: University of Birmingham – School of English, Drama and Creative Studies – Department of Film and Creative Writing – College of Arts and Law Salary: £36,130 to £45,413. Grade 7http://dlvr.it/TLsx4B
- Government inheriting poor value assets due to bad handling of PFI contracts, watchdog saysUK News: Public accounts committee warns UK infrastructure risked becoming ‘stony ground’ for investors without major overhaul Bad management of private finance contracts is leading to poor quality assets being handed back to the government, including schools and hospitals, according to parliament’s spending watchdog. Its report into the use of private finance initiatives (PFI) for… Read more: Government inheriting poor value assets due to bad handling of PFI contracts, watchdog says
- Research Associate (RA)University of Westminster – Centre for Research and Education in Arts and Media (CREAM) Salary: £40,518 to £45,899 per annum, pro rata (Incl. LWA) (actual salary £16,207 to £18,359 pa, incl. LWA)http://dlvr.it/TLsx0F
- TATE: Financial Controller£75,000 pa plus excellent benefits: TATE: We’re looking for an experienced and qualified Financial Controller to lead with confidence, clarity, and purpose. Londonhttp://dlvr.it/TLsx0D
- Rayner ’will not be pushed around’ by Unite after union votes to suspend herDeputy PM targeted for role in Birmingham bin strikes but sources say she resigned her membership months ago Angela Rayner has said she will not be “pushed around” by the Unite trade union after it voted to suspend her membership and rethink its ties with the party. The deputy prime minister was censured by the… Read more: Rayner ’will not be pushed around’ by Unite after union votes to suspend her
- HSBC becomes first UK bank to quit industry’s net zero allianceCampaigners condemn ‘troubling’ move that follows departure of six of largest US banks after Trump’s election HSBC has become the first UK bank to leave the global banking industry’s net zero target-setting group, as campaigners warned it was a “troubling” sign over the lender’s commitment to tackling the climate crisis. The move risks triggering further… Read more: HSBC becomes first UK bank to quit industry’s net zero alliance
- PKK militants in Iraq begin laying down arms as part of peace process with TurkeyThe PKK’s original aim was to establish a Kurdish state in the southeast of Turkey, but over time its goals evolved into a campaign for greater autonomy for Turkey’s Kurdish population.http://dlvr.it/TLsdqT
- Dance of the Dwarves returns to La Palma after a decadeAfter a ten-year absence, La Palma’s iconic Dance of the Dwarves returned this week as part of the Bajada de la Virgen de Las Nieves festival.http://dlvr.it/TLsdqG
- Senegal’s navy intercepts 201 African migrants on deadly Atlantic route to EuropeWhile there is no accurate death toll for the Atlantic route because of the lack of information on departures from West Africa, but a Spanish migrant rights group estimates thousands have died this year alone.http://dlvr.it/TLsdpc
- Mourning begins in Texas where more than 170 are still missing from flash floodsTexas governor Greg Abbott called on state lawmakers to approve funding for new warning systems and emergency communications in flood prone areas when the Legislature meets later this month. Abbott also asked for financial relief for the response and recovery efforts.http://dlvr.it/TLs0PZ
- Overnight firefighting efforts contain fires in GreeceWildfires that ignited on Wednesday near Asprochori in Oropos, close to Athens, and on the island of Thassos are now largely under control, authorities said.http://dlvr.it/TLs0PP
- How does English football fix its competitiveness issue?Every footballer dreams of one day playing in the English Premier League. Due to the Pyramid system, their dreams could come true.http://dlvr.it/TLs0Nf
- Lecturer in Speech and Language TherapyICYMI: York St John University Salary: £39,355 to £48,149 per annum (£15,742 to £19,259 pro rata)http://dlvr.it/TLrvRF
- As much as £5bn needed to revive UK’s struggling high streets, study findsUK News: Business rates cuts not enough as people in poorer areas simply ‘don’t have money to spend’, says Centre for Cities As much as £5bn is needed to revive ailing UK town and city centres, with areas including Bradford in Yorkshire, Newport in south Wales, and Blackpool in Lancashire having double the proportion of… Read more: As much as £5bn needed to revive UK’s struggling high streets, study finds
- Anglo-French talks over migration deal hanging in balanceUK News: PM’s hopes of announcing illegal migration curbs during Macron visit depend on several hurdles being cleared Anglo-French talks over a migration deal were deadlocked on Wednesday night, with negotiators haggling over how much Britain will pay towards the cost of policing small boat crossings. Keir Starmer had hoped to be able to announce… Read more: Anglo-French talks over migration deal hanging in balance
- MAGIC ME: Senior Programme Manager (contract)ICYMI: £46,000 pro-rata: MAGIC ME: Shape the future of intergenerational arts as our Senior Programme Manager. Lead creative programs, combat isolation, unite generations! Bethnal Green North, London (Greater)http://dlvr.it/TLrvR4
- Teaching Fellow in Creative WritingUniversity of Birmingham – School of English, Drama and Creative Studies – Department of Film and Creative Writing – College of Arts and Law Salary: £36,130 to £45,413. Grade 7http://dlvr.it/TLrvNN
- Brain Tumour Research: Director of Income Generation and Development£85,000 per annum: Brain Tumour Research: This role will play a critical part in delivering long-term, sustainable income growth to fund our ambitious plans. Milton Keyneshttp://dlvr.it/TLrvNL
- Government inheriting poor value assets due to bad handling of PFI contracts, watchdog saysPublic accounts committee warns UK infrastructure risked becoming ‘stony ground’ for investors without major overhaul Bad management of private finance contracts is leading to poor quality assets being handed back to the government, including schools and hospitals, according to parliament’s spending watchdog. Its report into the use of private finance initiatives (PFI) for infrastructure comes… Read more: Government inheriting poor value assets due to bad handling of PFI contracts, watchdog says
- Black people in England four times as likely to face homelessness, study findsBlack people also less likely than white people to get social housing and can face ‘overt racism’ from private landlords Black people in England are almost four times as likely to face homelessness as white people and substantially less likely to get social housing, according to the first major study into homelessness and racism in… Read more: Black people in England four times as likely to face homelessness, study finds
- Thailand’s star baby hippo Moo Deng celebrates her first birthdayA Thai zoo has thrown a four-day celebration for its internet-famous pygmy hippo, Moo Deng, who has become a global internet sensation.http://dlvr.it/TLrZr7
- Israel begins demolishing buildings hit in 12-day war with IranIsrael has begun tearing down buildings destroyed by Iranian missile strikes during the recent 12-day war.http://dlvr.it/TLrZqp
- Rubio discusses ‘new approach’ to Ukraine peace talks with Lavrov despite ‘frustration’The US secretary of state said on Thursday that President Donald Trump has been “disappointed and frustrated that there’s not been more flexibility on the Russian side” to bring about an end to Moscow’s ongoing all-out war in Ukraine.http://dlvr.it/TLrZnV
- US issues sanctions against UN investigator probing abuses in GazaThe State Department’s decision to impose sanctions on Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur for the West Bank and Gaza, follows an unsuccessful US pressure campaign to force the international body to remove her from her post.http://dlvr.it/TLqvMD
- Exclusive: New militia emerges in Gaza to challenge Hamas’ controlThe Popular Forces, a new Palestinian militia in Gaza, aims to challenge Hamas and its rule. However, scepticism surrounds the group over its ability to assert itself, as well as its leader Yasser Abu Shabab and his criminal past.http://dlvr.it/TLqvMC
- Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50%, citing ‘witch hunt’ trial against country’s former presidentBrazil’s prosecutor-general has filed charges against former President Jair Bolsonaro for attempting a coup to stay in office after his 2022 election defeat.http://dlvr.it/TLqvLg
- Ten ways ESA’s UK site boosts Europe’s space ambitionTen years ago today the flags at the European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications (ECSAT) were raised for the first time, marking a milestone moment that rocket-fuelled the European Space Agency’s strong and enduring collaboration with the UK.http://dlvr.it/TLqv1P
- How do criminal courts work without juries around the world?UK News: US defendants can waive right to jury trial and in Germany jury trials were abolished in 1924 One of the most significant recommendations in a review of the criminal courts in England and Wales, expected to be published this week, is likely to be the scrapping of jury trials for certain offences. The… Read more: How do criminal courts work without juries around the world?
- ASA cracks down on online pharmacies advertising weight loss injectionsUK News: Watchdog releases nine new rulings setting clear precedents for online selling Online pharmacies are no longer allowed to run adverts for weight loss injections, the advertising watchdog has ruled, as part of a crackdown on what has been described as a “wild west” culture of online selling. In the UK, advertising prescription-only medications… Read more: ASA cracks down on online pharmacies advertising weight loss injections
- Research Fellowships 2026ICYMI: University of Cambridge – Peterhouse Salary: The annual remuneration of a residential Research Fellow will, from 1 October 2026, be equivalent to point 35 on the University Scale, at present £32,172*.http://dlvr.it/TLqp2R
- GMB TRADE UNION: National Legal OfficerICYMI: Grade 9 [starting at £71,661 plus London Weighting if applicable]: GMB TRADE UNION: Are you a passionate legal professional committed to social justice and workers’ rights? GMB are seeking a dedicated and experienced Legal Officer London (Central), London (Greater)http://dlvr.it/TLqp25
- Lecturer in Speech and Language TherapyYork St John University Salary: £39,355 to £48,149 per annum (£15,742 to £19,259 pro rata)http://dlvr.it/TLqnwd
- As much as £5bn needed to revive UK’s struggling high streets, study findsBusiness rates cuts not enough as people in poorer areas simply ‘don’t have money to spend’, says Centre for Cities As much as £5bn is needed to revive ailing UK town and city centres, with areas including Bradford in Yorkshire, Newport in south Wales, and Blackpool in Lancashire having double the proportion of empty shops… Read more: As much as £5bn needed to revive UK’s struggling high streets, study finds
- Anglo-French talks over migration deal hanging in balancePM’s hopes of announcing illegal migration curbs during Macron visit depend on several hurdles being cleared Anglo-French talks over a migration deal were deadlocked on Wednesday night, with negotiators haggling over how much Britain will pay towards the cost of policing small boat crossings. Keir Starmer had hoped to be able to announce a returns… Read more: Anglo-French talks over migration deal hanging in balance
- MAGIC ME: Senior Programme Manager (contract)£46,000 pro-rata: MAGIC ME: Shape the future of intergenerational arts as our Senior Programme Manager. Lead creative programs, combat isolation, unite generations! Bethnal Green North, London (Greater)http://dlvr.it/TLqnwG
- Can Germany sell one of its Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine?Donald Trump reportedly told Germany to sell one of its Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine. But can Berlin increase its military support to Kyiv as Russia intensifies aerial attacks?http://dlvr.it/TLpn60
- Death toll from Kenya’s latest anti-government protest surges to 31Monday’s demonstrations, which were met with police roadblocks preventing access to downtown Nairobi, were planned to coincide with the 35th anniversary of the historic Saba Saba pro-democracy protests.http://dlvr.it/TLpn5P
- More than 160 people are still missing after deadly Texas floods, governor saysThe death toll from flash floods which struck Texas last week has now climbed to at least 107. More than 160 people are still missing, according to the state’s governor.http://dlvr.it/TLpn4y
- Lecturer (Teaching & Research) in German StudiesICYMI: University of Leeds – School of Languages, Cultures and Societies Salary: £39,355 to £46,735 per annumhttp://dlvr.it/TLpggd
- How do criminal courts work without juries around the world?US defendants can waive right to jury trial and in Germany jury trials were abolished in 1924 One of the most significant recommendations in a review of the criminal courts in England and Wales, expected to be published this week, is likely to be the scrapping of jury trials for certain offences. The idea in… Read more: How do criminal courts work without juries around the world?
- ASA cracks down on online pharmacies advertising weight loss injectionsWatchdog releases nine new rulings setting clear precedents for online selling Online pharmacies are no longer allowed to run adverts for weight loss injections, the advertising watchdog has ruled, as part of a crackdown on what has been described as a “wild west” culture of online selling. In the UK, advertising prescription-only medications (POMs) –… Read more: ASA cracks down on online pharmacies advertising weight loss injections
- Research Fellowships 2026University of Cambridge – Peterhouse Salary: The annual remuneration of a residential Research Fellow will, from 1 October 2026, be equivalent to point 35 on the University Scale, at present £32,172*.http://dlvr.it/TLpgcZ
- GMB TRADE UNION: National Legal OfficerGrade 9 [starting at £71,661 plus London Weighting if applicable]: GMB TRADE UNION: Are you a passionate legal professional committed to social justice and workers’ rights? GMB are seeking a dedicated and experienced Legal Officer London (Central), London (Greater)http://dlvr.it/TLpgcT
- Migration Commissioner expelled from Libya as ‘persona non grata’The incident comes amid a new surge of departures of irregular migrants from Libya to Southern Europe.http://dlvr.it/TLpMBN
- ICC issues arrest warrants for Taliban leaders over women’s rights violationsThe International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for the Taliban’s supreme leader and the head of Afghanistan’s supreme court, who have limited girls’ education and banned women’s voices from being heard in public.http://dlvr.it/TLpMBF
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- US envoy satisfied with Lebanon’s response to Hezbollah disarmament proposalThe latest Israel-Hezbollah conflict began a day after Hamas’ 7 October 2023 attack on southern Israel and intensified in September, leaving the Iran-backed group badly bruised and much of its political and military leadership dead.http://dlvr.it/TLngQ1
- More than 23m Britons think they may be due compensation for mis-sold car loans, UK poll findsUK News: Survey comes before supreme court decision on secret commission payments ruled unlawful by court of appeal More than 23 million people believe they could be due compensation for a mis-sold car loan, according to a poll before this month’s supreme court decision. Borrowers, banks and the government are anxiously awaiting the ruling, which… Read more: More than 23m Britons think they may be due compensation for mis-sold car loans, UK poll finds
- LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH: Policy and Programme Lead Climate Change and SustainabilityICYMI: £47,354 – £60,515: LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH: We are looking for a Policy & Programme Lead (Climate Change & Sustainability) to drive forward and implement our ambitious climate action strategies. Wandsworth, Londonhttp://dlvr.it/TLnYnf
- Government faces battle over Send overhaul as campaigners voice fearsUK News: MPs and parents worry shake-up may abolish vital education, health and care plans that SEN children rely on Downing Street is facing another bruising battle following last week’s humiliating retreat on welfare reforms, as MPs, campaigners and parents voice concern at its overhaul of special needs education for children in England. A letter… Read more: Government faces battle over Send overhaul as campaigners voice fears
- Lecturer (Teaching & Research) in German StudiesUniversity of Leeds – School of Languages, Cultures and Societies Salary: £39,355 to £46,735 per annumhttp://dlvr.it/TLnYfz
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- Methane gas kills 12 Turkish soldiers in Iraq cave operationThe troops had been looking for the remains of a comrade killed by Kurdish militants.http://dlvr.it/TLnFhf
- (Un)orthodox intelligence operations: How Russia is using its churches abroadSweden is reportedly probing a Russian Orthodox church in the town of Västerås over possible hybrid warfare techniques, a new investigation shows.http://dlvr.it/TLnFfT
- Israel launches airstrikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels, and Houthis launch missile at IsraelThe Israeli military also said it struck the Galaxy Leader, a vehicle-carrying vessel that the Houthis seized back in November 2023 when they began their attacks in the Red Sea corridor over the Israel-Hamas war.http://dlvr.it/TLmb5M
- BRICS group condemns increase of tariffs in summit overshadowed by Middle East tensionsBRICS leaders set to discuss key global political issues, but questions over the bloc’s cohesion arose as Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin opted to skip the summit.http://dlvr.it/TLmb5F
- Death toll in central Texas flash floods rises to 82 as sheriff says 10 campers remain missingTexas governor Greg Abbott vowed that authorities would work around the clock and said new areas were being searched as the water receded. He declared Sunday a day of prayer for the state.http://dlvr.it/TLmb54
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- Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne’s final gig – as it happenedUK News: The influential Birmingham band played their final concert – called Back to the Beginning – and were joined by the cream of heavy metal. Relive all 11 hours of mayhem here You’ll be thinking: show me photos of all these starry metal shenanigans! I’m really sorry but Live Nation have told me there… Read more: Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne’s final gig – as it happened
- One-stop family hubs to be opened in all English council areasUK News: Government announces £500m project to provide single point of access for health, education and wellbeing services One-stop shop family hubs will be rolled out across England to give parents advice and support, the government has announced. The centres will offer help with breastfeeding and housing issues, as well as supporting children’s early development… Read more: One-stop family hubs to be opened in all English council areas
- LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH: Policy and Programme Lead Climate Change and Sustainability£47,354 – £60,515: LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH: We are looking for a Policy & Programme Lead (Climate Change & Sustainability) to drive forward and implement our ambitious climate action strategies. Wandsworth, Londonhttp://dlvr.it/TLmVM3
- More than 23m Britons think they may be due compensation for mis-sold car loans, UK poll findsSurvey comes before supreme court decision on secret commission payments ruled unlawful by court of appeal More than 23 million people believe they could be due compensation for a mis-sold car loan, according to a poll before this month’s supreme court decision. Borrowers, banks and the government are anxiously awaiting the ruling, which could trigger… Read more: More than 23m Britons think they may be due compensation for mis-sold car loans, UK poll finds
- Government faces battle over Send overhaul as campaigners voice fearsMPs and parents worry shake-up may abolish vital education, health and care plans that SEN children rely on Downing Street is facing another bruising battle following last week’s humiliating retreat on welfare reforms, as MPs, campaigners and parents voice concern at its overhaul of special needs education for children in England. A letter to the… Read more: Government faces battle over Send overhaul as campaigners voice fears
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- Iran’s supreme leader makes first public appearance since Iran-Israel war startedThe Iranian Supreme Leader on Saturday made his first public appearance since the conflict between Israel and Iran began.http://dlvr.it/TLlwJf
- 14 children in Texas are among the 37 dead from flash floods as the search continues for the missingThe flooding in the middle of the night caught many residents, campers and officials by surprise in Texas’ Hill Country.http://dlvr.it/TLlwJW
- Rally held in Tel Aviv to call for the release of the remaining hostages held in GazaRallies on the streets of Tel Aviv were held as the Israeli security cabinet reportedly gathered to discuss Hamas’ response to a potential ceasefire-hostage deal.http://dlvr.it/TLlwHy
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- Home Office announces ‘nationwide blitz’ on asylum seekers taking jobsUK News: Government under pressure on issue after stories of asylum seekers working illegally as takeaway delivery riders The Home Office has announced what it is calling a “nationwide blitz” on asylum seekers who take jobs, after recent political controversy about people in asylum hotels working as food takeaway delivery riders. In a statement, which… Read more: Home Office announces ‘nationwide blitz’ on asylum seekers taking jobs
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- Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne’s final gig – as it happenedThe influential Birmingham band played their final concert – called Back to the Beginning – and were joined by the cream of heavy metal. Relive all 11 hours of mayhem here You’ll be thinking: show me photos of all these starry metal shenanigans! I’m really sorry but Live Nation have told me there won’t be… Read more: Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne’s final gig – as it happened
- One-stop family hubs to be opened in all English council areasGovernment announces £500m project to provide single point of access for health, education and wellbeing services One-stop shop family hubs will be rolled out across England to give parents advice and support, the government has announced. The centres will offer help with breastfeeding and housing issues, as well as supporting children’s early development and language,… Read more: One-stop family hubs to be opened in all English council areas
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- 24 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer campDesperate pleas peppered social media as loved ones sought any information available about people caught in the flood zone.http://dlvr.it/TLlCFy
- Hamas says it has given a ‘positive’ response to the latest ceasefire proposal in GazaIt was not clear if Hamas’ statement meant it had accepted the proposal from US President Donald Trump for a 60-day ceasefire.http://dlvr.it/TLlCFw
- India’s leader Narendra Modi hails ‘great potential’ in ties with Trinidad and TobagoModi was greeted by many of the country’s Hindu population, but some in Trinidad and Tobago’s Muslim community sharply criticised the leader.http://dlvr.it/TLlCFh
- What’s New on Netflix UK This Week: ‘The Sandman’, ‘Young Sheldon’ & ‘The Old Guard 2’44 new movies and TV shows were added to Netflix UK this week.http://dlvr.it/TLlBkX
- Lecturer in the History of the Middle East (Education)ICYMI: SOAS University of London – School of History, Religions and Philosophies Salary: £51,249 to £60,269. Grade 8, per annum, inclusive of London Weighting.http://dlvr.it/TLl6nT
- WELLCOME TRUST: Engagement and Participation ProducerICYMI: £46,200 per annum: WELLCOME TRUST: We are looking for an Engagement and Participation Producer to join our team on a temporary basis. Londonhttp://dlvr.it/TLl6nR
- First-time buyers turn from rural areas to Britain’s regional citiesUK News: Number looking to move to urban centres up 16% in first five months of 2025 compared with same period in 2015 With the rise of home working and surging house prices in many urban areas, one might have assumed that British cities had lost some of their appeal to homebuyers over the past… Read more: First-time buyers turn from rural areas to Britain’s regional cities
- MP Zarah Sultana says she will ‘co-lead’ new party as she quits Labour for Corbyn groupUK News: Coventry South MP, who lost whip last year, surprises some in Corbyn’s Independent Alliance with news of formal plans MP Zarah Sultana, suspended from Labour, has announced she is resigning from the party to join Jeremy Corbyn’s Independent Alliance. Sultana declared she will “co-lead the founding of a new party” – even though,… Read more: MP Zarah Sultana says she will ‘co-lead’ new party as she quits Labour for Corbyn group
- Research Fellow in Language Data ScienceUniversity of Surrey – English Salary: £37,174 to £42,882http://dlvr.it/TLl6gv
- Oasis reunion tour: the band play their first tour date in Cardiff – as it happenedNoel and Liam Gallagher got back together on stage for the first time since 2009. See how it unfolded here – from setlist to stadium singalongs While the Oasis subreddit is overspilling with speculation and excitement about the first gigs of the reunion tour, the Cardiff subreddit has been driven up the wall by banal… Read more: Oasis reunion tour: the band play their first tour date in Cardiff – as it happened
- Home Office announces ‘nationwide blitz’ on asylum seekers taking jobsGovernment under pressure on issue after stories of asylum seekers working illegally as takeaway delivery riders The Home Office has announced what it is calling a “nationwide blitz” on asylum seekers who take jobs, after recent political controversy about people in asylum hotels working as food takeaway delivery riders. In a statement, which gave few… Read more: Home Office announces ‘nationwide blitz’ on asylum seekers taking jobs
- YOUTH FUTURES FOUNDATION: Deputy Director of External Affairs£62,210 – £71,210 per annum: YOUTH FUTURES FOUNDATION: Youth Futures Foundation is looking for a senior External Affairs professional to lead a busy multi-disciplinary team. Leeds, Birmingham, Londonhttp://dlvr.it/TLl6gR
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- Russia’s diplomatic circle of friends: Taliban and North Korea in, Azerbaijan and Armenia outAs Russia became the first country to recognise the Taliban as the ruling government of Afghanistan, Moscow’s long-standing ties with its traditional allies have been falling apart. Who are Moscow’s ex-partners, and who are the new allies?http://dlvr.it/TLksvG
- Trump vows tariff hikes of up to 70%, says nations will ‘start to pay’ in AugustDonald Trump stated that “10 or 12” letters would be sent out on Friday, with others to follow, ahead of a 9 July deadline for countries to strike deals and avoid higher import costs.http://dlvr.it/TLkssS
- US Congress gives final approval to Trump’s signature tax bill and sends it to him to signDemocratic leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York delayed voting by holding the floor for more than eight hours with a record-breaking speech against the bill.http://dlvr.it/TLkCX4