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Trump stands by united Ireland remarks during Irish Open appearance
The US president has stood by his comments on a united Ireland during the second day of a visit, saying at the Irish Open that “many people agree” with him.
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Jenrick says Reform’s £72m donations comply with law
Jenrick has said Reform’s £72m in donations is lawful as the government seeks to change rules governing donations to UK political parties from British...
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Trump comments on united Ireland draw global attention
Donald Trump’s remarks indicating support for a unified Ireland became a prominent international talking point, with suggestions that the comments may...
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Donald Trump due in Dublin for two-day Ireland visit
Donald Trump is expected to arrive at Dublin Airport later on Saturday for a two-day visit to Ireland, during which he is due to meet Irish leader Mic...
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MPs reject renewed bid to legalise assisted dying
MPs have voted against a proposal to legalise assisted dying, rejecting a measure that would have represented a major change to the law and wider soci...
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MPs reject assisted dying bill as supporters vow to try again
MPs have rejected an assisted dying bill, halting immediate momentum for a change in the law. Supporters of reform say they intend to renew their effo...
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Republicans weigh what follows as Trump dominates convention
Donald Trump’s dominance of the Republican convention has highlighted both his continuing grip on the party and quiet questions among some Republicans...
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Assisted dying bill for England and Wales to face new Commons vote
A proposal on assisted dying for England and Wales is set to return to the House of Commons after an earlier version won support from MPs last year bu...
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Trump pledges $5,000 payments if Republicans win Congress
Donald Trump has said he would give $5,000 to every American if Republicans secure control of both chambers of Congress in November, raising questions...
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Trump says Americans would get $5,000 if Republicans win midterms
Donald Trump has said every American would receive $5,000 if the Republican Party wins November’s midterm elections, prompting questions over the lega...
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Trump’s $5,000 offer to American adults faces questions
Analysts have raised doubts over whether Donald Trump’s election-year offer to pay $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans win the midterm elect...
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England’s mayors expected to receive powers for tourist levy
The government is expected to set out plans allowing local leaders in England to introduce levies on overnight stays, giving mayors a route to impose...
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Trump pledges $5,000 payments if Republicans win November elections
Trump has promised $5,000 for every adult American if Republicans win November’s elections, making the offer during the party’s first convention held...
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Germany’s AfD gains prompt concern across Europe
The far-right AfD’s reported win in Saxony-Anhalt and wider regional advances have raised concern for the EU and established political parties.
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Chancellor to say UK economy is ‘turning a corner’
The chancellor is expected to say the UK economy is improving despite concerns over debt, while plans are due to be set out to spread growth more wide...
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Green deputy leader Mothin Ali linked to rental properties
Green Party deputy leader Mothin Ali has been linked to two rental properties through his company, although the available information indicates he doe...
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Farage pledges rapid action and overhaul of Lords and judges
Farage has said Reform UK would seek to deliver key priorities in its first 100 days in government if it wins power, including changes involving the L...
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Zack Polanski seeks to stand in Starmer seat by-election
Green Party leader Zack Polanski intends to run in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election following Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation as an MP.