According to sources, British opposition leader Keir Starmer is planning to use the Labour manifesto to make his strongest commitment on Palestinian statehood since the war in Gaza started.

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<p>Britain’s first Black female lawmaker, Diane Abbott, on Wednesday (May 29) claimed that she was being barred by the Labour Party from standing as its candidate in the upcoming general election. However, the party leader Keir Starmer later denied this claim saying no decision had been taken.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But Labour leader Keir Starmer later said on May 31 that&nbsp;Abbott is "free to go forward as a Labour candidate" at the general election.</p>

<h2>Was Abbott really barred from running?&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Abbott, 70, is Britain’s longest-serving Black member of parliament and a leading figure of the Labour’s left wing who has campaigned on such issues as racism, poverty and international affairs since she was first elected nearly four decades ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, she was suspended by Labour last year after contentious comments she made about Irish, Jewish and Traveller people saying that they have not faced racism “all their lives”.</p>

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<p>Although Abbott promptly and “unreservedly’ apologised and withdrew the remarks, she was suspended last year.</p>

<p>The ex-shadow home secretary’s suspension was lifted&nbsp;on Tuesday (May 28)&nbsp;following the investigation by the party. The findings of the probe were not publicly disclosed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 70-year-old lawmaker received online racist and sexist abuse after a letter to a newspaper about Jewish people and racism, saying that while they “undoubtedly experience prejudice,” they are “not all their lives subject to racism.” &nbsp;</p>

<p>While she was readmitted to Labour’s parliamentary ranks Abbott said she had been “banned” from standing as the party’s candidate in the July 4 election.</p>

<p>Quoting Abbott, a report by Times newspaper said she would be barred from running in her northeast London district in the upcoming elections.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Starmer denies reports</strong></h2>

<p>The British MP’s claims were denied later on Wednesday by Starmer. “No that’s not true. No decision has been taken to bar Diane Abbott,” said the Labour party leader.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, it was not immediately clear if she would not be barred since he said no formal decision about her candidacy had been made.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Abbott had taken to X and said that she was “delighted” to be a part of the party again. She added, “I will be campaigning for a Labour victory.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>“But I am very dismayed that numerous reports suggest I have been barred as a candidate,” said Abbott, who blazed a trail for other Black women politicians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, reports suggest that the 70-year-old lawmaker may not be out of the woods just yet as Starmer has sought to purge Labour of some left-wing members and to tackle any allegations of antisemitism.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Labour party leader might make the move after the UK’s equalities watchdog accused the opposition party of discrimination against Jews under his predecessor, Jeremy Corbyn.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Corbyn, who led the party from 2015 to 2020, has been barred from running as a Labour candidate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Recent polls, as per Reuters, have suggested that barring Abbott could lead to anger among Black voters who have traditionally voted for Labour.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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Britain’s first Black female lawmaker, Diane Abbott, on Wednesday (May 29) claimed that she was being barred by the Labour Party from standing as its candidate in the upcoming general election.

Britain’s first Black female lawmaker, Diane Abbott, on Wednesday (May 29) claimed that she was being barred by the Labour Party from standing as its candidate in the upcoming general election. However, the party leader Keir Starmer later denied this claim saying no decision had been taken. But Labour leader Keir Starmer later said on May 31 that Abbott is "free to go forward as a Labour candidate" at the general election. Was Abbott really barred from running? Abbott, 70, is Britain’s longest-serving Black member of parliament and a leading figure of the Labour’s left wing who has campaigned on such issues as racism, poverty and international affairs since she was first elected nearly four decades ago. However, she was suspended by Labour last year after contentious comments she made about Irish, Jewish and Traveller people saying that they have not faced racism “all their lives”. WATCH | How Reform UK & Nigel Farage may influence 2024 elections Although Abbott promptly and “unreservedly’ apologised and withdrew the remarks, she was suspended last year. The ex-shadow home secretary’s suspension was lifted on Tuesday (May 28) following the investigation by the party. The findings of the probe were not publicly disclosed. The 70-year-old lawmaker received online racist and sexist abuse after a letter to a newspaper about Jewish people and racism, saying that while they “undoubtedly experience prejudice,” they are “not all their lives subject to racism.” While she was readmitted to Labour’s parliamentary ranks Abbott said she had been “banned” from standing as the party’s candidate in the July 4 election. Quoting Abbott, a report by Times newspaper said she would be barred from running in her northeast London district in the upcoming elections. Starmer denies reports The British MP’s claims were denied later on Wednesday by Starmer. “No that’s not true. No decision has been taken to bar Diane Abbott,” said the Labour party leader. Also Read | Sunak calls general elections on July 4 in surprise move However, it was not immediately clear if she would not be barred since he said no formal decision about her candidacy had been made. Abbott had taken to X and said that she was “delighted” to be a part of the party again. She added, “I will be campaigning for a Labour victory.” “But I am very dismayed that numerous reports suggest I have been barred as a candidate,” said Abbott, who blazed a trail for other Black women politicians. However, reports suggest that the 70-year-old lawmaker may not be out of the woods just yet as Starmer has sought to purge Labour of some left-wing members and to tackle any allegations of antisemitism. Also Read | Jeremy Corbyn to challenge Labour Party as independent candidate The Labour party leader might make the move after the UK’s equalities watchdog accused the opposition party of discrimination against Jews under his predecessor, Jeremy Corbyn. Corbyn, who led the party from 2015 to 2020, has been barred from running as a Labour candidate. Recent polls, as per Reuters, have suggested that barring Abbott could lead to anger among Black voters who have traditionally voted for Labour. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>On Wednesday (May 22), British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called for the <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-general-elections-to-be-held-in-july-reports-724367">national election in the country on July 4</a></strong>. This announcement ended months of speculation&nbsp;as to&nbsp;when Prime Minister Sunak would call for a new vote.&nbsp;"Now is the moment for Britain to choose its future and decide whether it wants to build on the progress we have made or risk going back to square one and no certainty," Sunak said.</p>

<p>"Over the next few weeks, I will fight for every vote,&nbsp;I will&nbsp;earn your trust&nbsp;and&nbsp;I will&nbsp;prove to you that only a Conservative government led by me will not put our hard-earned economic stability at risk," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sunak called the election earlier than expected as he had&nbsp;until December to call an election that could have happened as late as January&nbsp;28, 2025.</p>

<h3><strong>Here's a look at the top contenders, the&nbsp;biggest&nbsp;issues, and the opinion polls so far:</strong></h3>

<p><strong>1)</strong>&nbsp;The&nbsp;date of the national election&nbsp;has been set for July 4.&nbsp;The timing of the election&nbsp;is determined&nbsp;by the prime minister's calculation of the date most advantageous to the ruling Conservatives (colloquially known as Tories), a&nbsp;report by the&nbsp;news agency Associated Press said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>2)</strong>&nbsp;People throughout the United Kingdom (UK)&nbsp;will choose all 650 members of the House of Commons for a term of up to five years. The party that commands a majority in the Commons, either alone or in coalition, will form the government&nbsp;and&nbsp;its leader will become the PM.</p>

<p><strong>3)</strong>&nbsp;The top contenders in this election are the Conservative Party and&nbsp;the Labour Party. The Scottish National Party,&nbsp;the Liberal Democrats, and the Democratic Unionist Party are the other big parties in parliament&nbsp;after the Conservatives and Labour.</p>

<p><strong>4)</strong>&nbsp;Sunak, who became prime minister in October 2022, is expected to lead the Conservatives into the election. He will be facing competition from Labour Party's Keir Starmer.&nbsp;The Conservatives have been in power for the last 14 years but are trailing far behind Labour in opinion polls.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>5)</strong>&nbsp;On Wednesday, Sunak accused Steimer&nbsp;of always taking the "easy way out" and&nbsp;of&nbsp;having no plan. "As a result, the future can only be uncertain with them," he said.</p>

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<p><strong>6)&nbsp;</strong>Responding to the prime minister, Steimer said, "On July&nbsp;4&nbsp;you (voters) have the choice&nbsp;and&nbsp;together&nbsp;we can stop the chaos, we can turn the page, we can start to rebuild Britain and change our country."</p>

<p><strong>7)&nbsp;</strong>The core issues in this election&nbsp;are the state of the country's economy, the immigration problem, healthcare, the&nbsp;environment, and climate change.</p>

<p><strong>8)&nbsp;</strong>A report by the news agency Reuters said Sunak is heading to the election not only trailing far behind Labour but also seemingly facing isolation from his party.</p>

<p><strong>9)</strong>&nbsp;Conservative lawmakers, who chose to remain anonymous, told Reuters that economic conditions might worsen.&nbsp;The Labour, meanwhile,&nbsp;accused&nbsp;the government of 14 years of&nbsp;economic&nbsp;mismanagement, leaving people worse off, with a series of chaotic administrations that have failed to give the stability businesses&nbsp;have craved&nbsp;to spur economic growth.</p>

<p><strong>10)</strong>&nbsp;If the Labour Party wins the election, Britain will have had&nbsp;six prime ministers in eight years for the first time since the 1830s.</p>

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On Wednesday (May 22), British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called for the national election in the country on July 4. This announcement ended months of speculation as to when Prime Minister Sunak would call for a new vote.

On Wednesday (May 22), British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called for the national election in the country on July 4. This announcement ended months of speculation as to when Prime Minister Sunak would call for a new vote. "Now is the moment for Britain to choose its future and decide whether it wants to build on the progress we have made or risk going back to square one and no certainty," Sunak said. "Over the next few weeks, I will fight for every vote, I will earn your trust and I will prove to you that only a Conservative government led by me will not put our hard-earned economic stability at risk," he added. Sunak called the election earlier than expected as he had until December to call an election that could have happened as late as January 28, 2025. Here's a look at the top contenders, the biggest issues, and the opinion polls so far: 1) The date of the national election has been set for July 4. The timing of the election is determined by the prime minister's calculation of the date most advantageous to the ruling Conservatives (colloquially known as Tories), a report by the news agency Associated Press said. Also read | Major blow to Rishi Sunak as former health minister switches over to Labour Party 2) People throughout the United Kingdom (UK) will choose all 650 members of the House of Commons for a term of up to five years. The party that commands a majority in the Commons, either alone or in coalition, will form the government and its leader will become the PM. 3) The top contenders in this election are the Conservative Party and the Labour Party. The Scottish National Party, the Liberal Democrats, and the Democratic Unionist Party are the other big parties in parliament after the Conservatives and Labour. 4) Sunak, who became prime minister in October 2022, is expected to lead the Conservatives into the election. He will be facing competition from Labour Party's Keir Starmer. The Conservatives have been in power for the last 14 years but are trailing far behind Labour in opinion polls. 5) On Wednesday, Sunak accused Steimer of always taking the "easy way out" and of having no plan. "As a result, the future can only be uncertain with them," he said. Also watch | Rishi Sunak faces leadership challenge as Tory MPs submit letters of no confidence × 6) Responding to the prime minister, Steimer said, "On July 4 you (voters) have the choice and together we can stop the chaos, we can turn the page, we can start to rebuild Britain and change our country." 7) The core issues in this election are the state of the country's economy, the immigration problem, healthcare, the environment, and climate change. 8) A report by the news agency Reuters said Sunak is heading to the election not only trailing far behind Labour but also seemingly facing isolation from his party. 9) Conservative lawmakers, who chose to remain anonymous, told Reuters that economic conditions might worsen. The Labour, meanwhile, accused the government of 14 years of economic mismanagement, leaving people worse off, with a series of chaotic administrations that have failed to give the stability businesses have craved to spur economic growth. 10) If the Labour Party wins the election, Britain will have had six prime ministers in eight years for the first time since the 1830s. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>In a major blow to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party, Tory MP and former health minister Dr Dan Poulter defected to Keir Starmer's Labour Party. Dr Poulter said that the Conservatives have become a “nationalist party of the right” that no longer prioritises the NHS or the National Health Service (NHS), which is a government-funded healthcare system in the United Kingdom that provides free services to almost the entire population, except for certain services.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dr Dan Poulter is the MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich. Dr Poulter also works part-time as a mental health doctor in an NHS hospital.</p>

<p>In an interview with the Observer, Dr Poulter announced he was resigning as a Tory MP and would be taking the Labour whip until the next election.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;UK PM Rishi Sunak coaxes voters with key legislations</strong></p>

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<p>He claimed he would not seek re-election to the House of Commons at the next general election. But he added that he sees a role for himself advising the Labour party on its policies on mental health while focusing more on his NHS work.</p>

<p>"I could not go on as part of that. I have to be able to look my NHS colleagues in the eye, my patients in the eye and my constituents in the eye. And I know that the Conservative government has been failing on the thing I care about most, which is the NHS and its patients," said Dr Poulter</p>

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<p>The Labour leader, Keir Starmer, celebrated the move on social media. "It’s fantastic to welcome Dr Dan Poulter MP to today’s changed Labour party," he posted on X. "It’s time to end the Conservative chaos, turn the page, and get Britain’s future back. I’m really pleased that Dan has decided to join us on this journey."</p>

<h2><strong>What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>The defection – the first by a Tory MP to Labour since Christian Wakeford's switch to the Labour – is another severe blow to Rishi Sunak before the council and mayoral elections next week, in which the Tory party is expected to lose up to a half of its remaining local authority seats.</p>

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In a major blow to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party, Tory MP and former health minister Dr Dan Poulter defected to Keir Starmer's Labour Party.

In a major blow to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party, Tory MP and former health minister Dr Dan Poulter defected to Keir Starmer's Labour Party. Dr Poulter said that the Conservatives have become a “nationalist party of the right” that no longer prioritises the NHS or the National Health Service (NHS), which is a government-funded healthcare system in the United Kingdom that provides free services to almost the entire population, except for certain services. Dr Dan Poulter is the MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich. Dr Poulter also works part-time as a mental health doctor in an NHS hospital. In an interview with the Observer, Dr Poulter announced he was resigning as a Tory MP and would be taking the Labour whip until the next election. Also watch | UK PM Rishi Sunak coaxes voters with key legislations × He claimed he would not seek re-election to the House of Commons at the next general election. But he added that he sees a role for himself advising the Labour party on its policies on mental health while focusing more on his NHS work. "I could not go on as part of that. I have to be able to look my NHS colleagues in the eye, my patients in the eye and my constituents in the eye. And I know that the Conservative government has been failing on the thing I care about most, which is the NHS and its patients," said Dr Poulter Also read | Boris Johnson 'believed' Narayana Murthy was helping Rishi Sunak to become UK PM, claims new book The Labour leader, Keir Starmer, celebrated the move on social media. "It’s fantastic to welcome Dr Dan Poulter MP to today’s changed Labour party," he posted on X. "It’s time to end the Conservative chaos, turn the page, and get Britain’s future back. I’m really pleased that Dan has decided to join us on this journey." What does it mean? The defection – the first by a Tory MP to Labour since Christian Wakeford's switch to the Labour – is another severe blow to Rishi Sunak before the council and mayoral elections next week, in which the Tory party is expected to lose up to a half of its remaining local authority seats. (With inputs from agencies)

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In a big jolt to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak UK's opposition Labour Party delivered two crushing by-election defeats to the ruling conservatives. Watch to know more.

UK's Labour Party wins two  by-elections in Kingswood and Wellingborough

The United Kingdom's political leaders have delivered their New Year messages as they prepare for the battle ahead at The Ballot Box. It seems like it is a tough battle between prime minister Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer and the stars don't look very bright for Sunak. Keep watching to know more.

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As he gets ready to meet with the Muslim MPs in the party, Keir Starmer is facing criticism over Labour's position on the Israel-Gaza conflict. He has acknowledged the "distress" caused by comments he made in which he implied that Israel had the "right" to cut off water and power to the Gaza strip.

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In anticipation of a general election that is anticipated for next year, the Labour Party of Britain is set to begin its annual conference on Sunday. The party has been in opposition for over ten years. Leading up to the four-day event in northwest England, Labour under Keir Starmer is confident after winning a significant local election and has a significant lead over the ruling Conservatives in opinion polls.

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<p>UK's opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer pledged to cut the NHS waiting lists in England. His proposal involves funding an additional two million hospital appointments each year, aimed at reducing patient waiting times. To achieve this goal, Starmer has said that he would commit to allocating £1.1 billion annually, which would enable the creation of 40,000 out-of-hours appointments on a weekly basis. This increased capacity would help meet the growing demand for healthcare services, he said&nbsp;on the eve of the party's conference in Liverpool,</p>

<p>Starmer has outlined a funding mechanism for this initiative, proposing to finance it by discontinuing the non-domiciled (non-dom) tax status for affluent individuals.</p>

<p>He told Sunday Mirror, "We will use the money from abolishing the non-dom status. That's where the super-rich don't pay their tax in this country. I think they should."</p>

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<p>Labour claimed that this measure would save nearly £2 billion. They plan to allocate £171 million to double the number of CT scanners in NHS hospitals and £111 million to enhance dental services, all financed by the anticipated savings.</p>

<h2><strong>Increasing NHS capacity through overtime</strong></h2>

<p>To address the immediate challenge of NHS waiting lists, the Labour Party's proposal also included paying existing NHS staff overtime to expand the healthcare system's capacity. While the party plans to recruit more healthcare workers, it said that achieving significant reductions in waiting lists will take several years.</p>

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<p>In addition to addressing healthcare issues, the Labour Party has set forth a comprehensive strategy for addressing local skills shortages, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>They plan to establish specialised further education colleges to tackle these shortages effectively. This strategy would involve close collaboration with local political leaders and businesses to identify and rectify specific skill gaps in various regions.</p>

<p>"Everything we do will be about delivering growth," Sir Keir reportedly told Observer newspaper.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Labour Party also plans to address the NHS waiting lists issue by optimising resources. Patients would have the option to seek treatment at nearby hospitals during evenings and weekends to reduce waiting times.</p>

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UK's opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer pledged to cut the NHS waiting lists in England. His proposal involves funding an additional two million hospital appointments each year, aimed at reducing patient waiting times.

UK's opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer pledged to cut the NHS waiting lists in England. His proposal involves funding an additional two million hospital appointments each year, aimed at reducing patient waiting times. To achieve this goal, Starmer has said that he would commit to allocating £1.1 billion annually, which would enable the creation of 40,000 out-of-hours appointments on a weekly basis. This increased capacity would help meet the growing demand for healthcare services, he said on the eve of the party's conference in Liverpool, Starmer has outlined a funding mechanism for this initiative, proposing to finance it by discontinuing the non-domiciled (non-dom) tax status for affluent individuals. He told Sunday Mirror, "We will use the money from abolishing the non-dom status. That's where the super-rich don't pay their tax in this country. I think they should." Also Read | Death toll from 6.3 magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan rises to 320 Labour claimed that this measure would save nearly £2 billion. They plan to allocate £171 million to double the number of CT scanners in NHS hospitals and £111 million to enhance dental services, all financed by the anticipated savings. Increasing NHS capacity through overtime To address the immediate challenge of NHS waiting lists, the Labour Party's proposal also included paying existing NHS staff overtime to expand the healthcare system's capacity. While the party plans to recruit more healthcare workers, it said that achieving significant reductions in waiting lists will take several years. Also Read | Biden offers support to Netanyahu, says 'US will always have Israel's back' In addition to addressing healthcare issues, the Labour Party has set forth a comprehensive strategy for addressing local skills shortages, media reports said. Watch | Israel-Palestine Conflict: Israel retaliation kills 230 Palestinians after Hamas operation × They plan to establish specialised further education colleges to tackle these shortages effectively. This strategy would involve close collaboration with local political leaders and businesses to identify and rectify specific skill gaps in various regions. "Everything we do will be about delivering growth," Sir Keir reportedly told Observer newspaper. Labour Party also plans to address the NHS waiting lists issue by optimising resources. Patients would have the option to seek treatment at nearby hospitals during evenings and weekends to reduce waiting times. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Prominent industry figures and trade associations have supported Keir Starmer's remarks that Britain shouldn't leave the European Union based on employment and environmental criteria.

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French President Emmanuel Macron met the UK Labour Party leader Keir Starmer in Paris and sources present at the meeting said that the discussions between the two were different from other UK and France meetings.

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<p>Labour Party leader Keir Starmer said&nbsp;that a major rewrite of the Brexit deal will be pursued with the EU if the party gets elected, citing the responsibility he has towards his children and future generations.<br />
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While unveiling the blueprint for power if the next general elections are won by the party, the Labour Party leader told the Financial Times he plans to seek a closer trading relationship with Brussels when the Brexit agreement, which was negotiated by then-prime minister Boris Johnson, is reviewed in 2025.<br />
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“Almost everyone recognises the deal Johnson struck is not a good deal – it’s far too thin. As we go into 2025 we will attempt to get a much better deal for the UK,” said Starmer.</p>

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<p>The comments were made by Starmer in Canada during the Global Progress Action Summit, which was a conference of centre-left leaders held in Montreal. During the conference, Starmer also held a bilateral meeting with Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.<br />
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The trip was a part of Starmer's wider international tour. Last week, he visited The Hague and he is set to visit Paris where he will meet French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (September 19).<br />
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The Labour leader stated that there is “more that can be achieved across the board” between the EU and the UK in a revised deal, especially in the areas of business, veterinary compliance, professional services, security, innovation and research. The leader also ruled out rejoining the customs union, the EU and the single market.</p>

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<p>The deal, which was finalised by Johnson, will be up for review in 2025. However, the process is being seen as an ironing-out procedure by Brussels.</p>

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<p>“We have to make it work,” Starmer said while speaking to the paper. “That’s not a question of going back in. But I refuse to accept that we can’t make it work. I think about those future generations when I say that,” he added.<br />
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“I say that as a dad. I’ve got a 15-year-old boy and a 12-year-old girl. I’m not going to let them grow up in a world where all I’ve got to say to them about their future is, it’s going to be worse than it might otherwise have been. I’ve got an utter determination to make this work,” he further stated.<br />
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Labour Party leader Keir Starmer said that a major rewrite of the Brexit deal will be pursued with the EU if the party gets elected, citing the responsibility he has towards his children and future generations.

Labour Party leader Keir Starmer said that a major rewrite of the Brexit deal will be pursued with the EU if the party gets elected, citing the responsibility he has towards his children and future generations. While unveiling the blueprint for power if the next general elections are won by the party, the Labour Party leader told the Financial Times he plans to seek a closer trading relationship with Brussels when the Brexit agreement, which was negotiated by then-prime minister Boris Johnson, is reviewed in 2025. “Almost everyone recognises the deal Johnson struck is not a good deal – it’s far too thin. As we go into 2025 we will attempt to get a much better deal for the UK,” said Starmer. ALSO READ | Rishi Sunak government's UK visa fee hike to affect students, visitors The comments were made by Starmer in Canada during the Global Progress Action Summit, which was a conference of centre-left leaders held in Montreal. During the conference, Starmer also held a bilateral meeting with Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The trip was a part of Starmer's wider international tour. Last week, he visited The Hague and he is set to visit Paris where he will meet French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (September 19). The Labour leader stated that there is “more that can be achieved across the board” between the EU and the UK in a revised deal, especially in the areas of business, veterinary compliance, professional services, security, innovation and research. The leader also ruled out rejoining the customs union, the EU and the single market. Brexit deal to be reviewed in 2025 The deal, which was finalised by Johnson, will be up for review in 2025. However, the process is being seen as an ironing-out procedure by Brussels. WATCH | UK approves $630 MN aid for Tata Steel “We have to make it work,” Starmer said while speaking to the paper. “That’s not a question of going back in. But I refuse to accept that we can’t make it work. I think about those future generations when I say that,” he added. “I say that as a dad. I’ve got a 15-year-old boy and a 12-year-old girl. I’m not going to let them grow up in a world where all I’ve got to say to them about their future is, it’s going to be worse than it might otherwise have been. I’ve got an utter determination to make this work,” he further stated. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing pressure from his own party members over the two-child benefit cap. Starmer announced that he will not scrap the policy if Labour wins power. The cabinet ministers are defending his position as they argue that Labour's fiscally credible image at the next election is depending on this policy because the party could not make any spending commitments without saying how they would be funded.

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A Cabinet Office investigation has said Sue Gray apparently breached the civil service code by discussing a role with Keir Starmer without telling her Whitehall bosses, prompting a vehement fightback by Gray's allies, who said the inquiry was arbitrary and politically motivated.

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The leader of the UK's labor party Keir Starmer opened the fifth annual India Global Forum UK India Week 2023 in London. During Starmer's opening remarks, his message was clearly tailored to invigorate the labor party's ties with India and the Indian diaspora. Starmer interaction is seen as a hugely significant speech as he outlined the labor party's engagement with India.

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Rishi Sunak faced Keir Starmer at Prime Minister’s Questions today, before millions of people head to the polls to vote in local elections tomorrow. More than 8,000 council seats are up for grabs in 230 local authorities in England.

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<p>Keir Starmer, Britain's opposition leader, said that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has "questions to answer" after reports emerged that his wife holds a stake in a company that was given public money.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sunak's spouse, Akshata Murty, reportedly controls an investment company called Catamaran Ventures Ltd and a report by the Sunday Times mentioned that Catamaran has a stake in Study Hall, which is an education start-up that&nbsp;was given almost £350,000 of UK grant money.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Times reports noted that Study Hall was founded by Sofia Fenichell, who previously ran a company called Mrs Wordsmith which collapsed in 2021.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the grant award by Innovate UK, the Study Hall has been termed as a firm that is "developing a cutting-edge AI-based adaptive learning and assessment platform that can accelerate student progress".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think there are questions to answer in relation to this, there seems to be an emerging pattern of behaviour here, so I think the sooner those questions are answered, the better," Labour leader Starmer said while speaking from Blackpool as he campaigned ahead of Thursday's local elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This update comes amid Sunak&nbsp;facing a probe into concerns that he did not properly declare Akshata's shares in a childcare agency that benefited from the Budget.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Innovate said that the adaptive learning and assessments being developed by Study Hall could "help optimise the large sums of public and private funds invested in high-dosage tutoring and school intervention programmes" when it also announced the funding for the 12-month period between August 2022 and August 2023.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Study Hall boosts engagement and increases teaching and learning efficiency, saving taxpayers, teachers, parents and students time and money," the grant abstract added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report by The Independent stated that at the time of the statement’s submission, a confirmation statement dated August 31 suggests Catamaran Ventures UK Ltd. held 2,474 shares in Study Hall but there were no documents that can show that the shares had been sold,&nbsp;The Times report said.</p>

<p>As quoted by the UK-based media outlet, a spokesperson for UK Research and Innovation said: "All Innovate UK funding decisions are made through a rigorous, transparent process by independent experts."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Starmer also criticised Sunak recently after the resignation of his deputy, Dominic Raab over bullying complaints. "I think there's a weakness from top to bottom. You know, strong government that delivers, requires leadership, and we haven't got that," he said during a visit to a hospital in Middlesborough.&nbsp;</p>

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Keir Starmer, Britain's opposition leader, said that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has "questions to answer" after reports emerged that his wife holds a stake in a company that was given public money.

Keir Starmer, Britain's opposition leader, said that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has "questions to answer" after reports emerged that his wife holds a stake in a company that was given public money. Sunak's spouse, Akshata Murty, reportedly controls an investment company called Catamaran Ventures Ltd and a report by the Sunday Times mentioned that Catamaran has a stake in Study Hall, which is an education start-up that was given almost £350,000 of UK grant money. The Times reports noted that Study Hall was founded by Sofia Fenichell, who previously ran a company called Mrs Wordsmith which collapsed in 2021. On the grant award by Innovate UK, the Study Hall has been termed as a firm that is "developing a cutting-edge AI-based adaptive learning and assessment platform that can accelerate student progress". "I think there are questions to answer in relation to this, there seems to be an emerging pattern of behaviour here, so I think the sooner those questions are answered, the better," Labour leader Starmer said while speaking from Blackpool as he campaigned ahead of Thursday's local elections. This update comes amid Sunak facing a probe into concerns that he did not properly declare Akshata's shares in a childcare agency that benefited from the Budget. Innovate said that the adaptive learning and assessments being developed by Study Hall could "help optimise the large sums of public and private funds invested in high-dosage tutoring and school intervention programmes" when it also announced the funding for the 12-month period between August 2022 and August 2023. WATCH | Rishi Sunak unveils 'Business Connect': New initiative to attract start-ups × "Study Hall boosts engagement and increases teaching and learning efficiency, saving taxpayers, teachers, parents and students time and money," the grant abstract added. A report by The Independent stated that at the time of the statement’s submission, a confirmation statement dated August 31 suggests Catamaran Ventures UK Ltd. held 2,474 shares in Study Hall but there were no documents that can show that the shares had been sold, The Times report said. As quoted by the UK-based media outlet, a spokesperson for UK Research and Innovation said: "All Innovate UK funding decisions are made through a rigorous, transparent process by independent experts." Starmer also criticised Sunak recently after the resignation of his deputy, Dominic Raab over bullying complaints. "I think there's a weakness from top to bottom. You know, strong government that delivers, requires leadership, and we haven't got that," he said during a visit to a hospital in Middlesborough. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Labour leader Keir Starmer published the details after Rishi Sunak released his on Wednesday, following months of political pressure. Tax details show that the labour leader is dependent on his parliamentary income.

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<p>British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak may announce a cabinet reshuffle, a little more than 72 hours after completing 100 days in office. The conservative leader is expected to break up the government's business department into three separate, independent ministries. Meanwhile, ousted&nbsp;Nadhim Zahawi's replacement could also be announced.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Unimpressed by the work of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), Sunak may separate it into a new energy department, with business and trade merged.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Similarly, the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport could also be balkanised into culture ad sport as standalone entities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 42-year-old Tory leader took charge of the government at a rocky time and has managed to steady the boat, albeit momentarily.</p>

<p>After the initial kerfuffle, Sunak is now looking to reaffirm his position and the cabinet reshuffle is an attempt to send such a message.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sunak freshening up his squad also comes in the backdrop of him firing Nadhim Zahawi as chairman of the Conservative Party last month.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After coming under heavy scrutiny from the party as well as opposition leaders alike, Sunak took the ruthless call of sacking him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a letter announcing the decision, Sunak wrote it was “clear that there has been a serious breach of the Ministerial Code".</p>

<p>Moreover, a section of Sunak loyalists is of the view that he should change his earlier decision of appointing Dominic Raab as his deputy prime minister and justice secretary. Raab has increasingly been under the pump for the bullying allegations leveled against him.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>With Keir Starmer-led Labour Party making sizeable gains in most polls, Sunak has less than two years to turn the tide in favour of Tories. After a musical chair game for the post of prime minister, the British public's opinion of the Conservatives is at an all-time low.&nbsp;</p>

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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak may announce a cabinet reshuffle, a little more than 72 hours after completing 100 days in office. The conservative leader is expected to break up the government's business department into three separate, independent ministries.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak may announce a cabinet reshuffle, a little more than 72 hours after completing 100 days in office. The conservative leader is expected to break up the government's business department into three separate, independent ministries. Meanwhile, ousted Nadhim Zahawi's replacement could also be announced. Unimpressed by the work of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), Sunak may separate it into a new energy department, with business and trade merged. Similarly, the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport could also be balkanised into culture ad sport as standalone entities. The 42-year-old Tory leader took charge of the government at a rocky time and has managed to steady the boat, albeit momentarily. After the initial kerfuffle, Sunak is now looking to reaffirm his position and the cabinet reshuffle is an attempt to send such a message. Sunak freshening up his squad also comes in the backdrop of him firing Nadhim Zahawi as chairman of the Conservative Party last month. WATCH | Gravitas: Rishi Sunak faces a rebellion, Liz Truss eyes a comeback × After coming under heavy scrutiny from the party as well as opposition leaders alike, Sunak took the ruthless call of sacking him. In a letter announcing the decision, Sunak wrote it was “clear that there has been a serious breach of the Ministerial Code". Moreover, a section of Sunak loyalists is of the view that he should change his earlier decision of appointing Dominic Raab as his deputy prime minister and justice secretary. Raab has increasingly been under the pump for the bullying allegations leveled against him. Read more: ‘There’s a concept in Hinduism...’: Rishi Sunak felt it was his ‘dharma’ to take over as British PM With Keir Starmer-led Labour Party making sizeable gains in most polls, Sunak has less than two years to turn the tide in favour of Tories. After a musical chair game for the post of prime minister, the British public's opinion of the Conservatives is at an all-time low. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>UK's Labour Party leader, Keir Starmer has said that in order to 'restore faith in politics,' he would abolish the House of Lords.&nbsp;The Labour leader informed his party peers that as a part of the first term's agenda, he intends to remove MP's authority to choose members to the Lords. He added that the previous Tory leaders' practise of handing peerages to "lackeys and donors," had damaged the public's confidence in the country's parliamentary system.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>During a meeting&nbsp;held last week, Keir informed his peers about the plan. He stated "some very clear principles" such as the requirement that any new chamber is chosen by the citizens rather than politicians.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The final suggestions will be outlined in the party's manifesto for the upcoming elections following a string of arguments. In an upcoming list, he is anticipated to hire political supporters and junior aides.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Keir claimed that his idea would guarantee that it wouldn't take over any of the duties of the House of Commons and will instead serve as a second chamber with the responsibility of revising and reviewing laws. The House of Commons would continue to have sole authority over managing the nation's finances and electing leaders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Similarly, he cited Johnson's recent use of his authority to choose peers&nbsp;as evidence to show that a change is required.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per sources, though Truss's leadership lasted for a few weeks&nbsp;only, it is anticipated that she is forming a list of new members.</p>

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UK's Labour Party leader, Keir Starmer has said that in order to 'restore faith in politics,' he would abolish the House of Lords. The Labour leader informed his party peers that as a part of the first term's agenda, he intends to remove MP's authority to choose members to the Lords.

UK's Labour Party leader, Keir Starmer has said that in order to 'restore faith in politics,' he would abolish the House of Lords. The Labour leader informed his party peers that as a part of the first term's agenda, he intends to remove MP's authority to choose members to the Lords. He added that the previous Tory leaders' practise of handing peerages to "lackeys and donors," had damaged the public's confidence in the country's parliamentary system. Also read | Rishi Sunak considering building Swiss-style economic relationship with EU During a meeting held last week, Keir informed his peers about the plan. He stated "some very clear principles" such as the requirement that any new chamber is chosen by the citizens rather than politicians. The final suggestions will be outlined in the party's manifesto for the upcoming elections following a string of arguments. In an upcoming list, he is anticipated to hire political supporters and junior aides. Also read | Britain will continue support 'until Ukraine has won,' says UK PM Rishi Sunak during visit to Kyiv Keir claimed that his idea would guarantee that it wouldn't take over any of the duties of the House of Commons and will instead serve as a second chamber with the responsibility of revising and reviewing laws. The House of Commons would continue to have sole authority over managing the nation's finances and electing leaders. Similarly, he cited Johnson's recent use of his authority to choose peers as evidence to show that a change is required. As per sources, though Truss's leadership lasted for a few weeks only, it is anticipated that she is forming a list of new members. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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