Wes Streeting refuted claims of Nigel Farage becoming PM, citing Reform UK’s polling success but minimal seat share due to FPTP system. Streeting emphasized Farage’s limited parliamentary impact and dismissed the idea of him as a viable PM candidate, urging focus on serious analysis and not social media hype. Additionally, Streeting criticized Farage’s healthcare proposals, warning of a potential shift to an insurance-based model and reaffirming Labour’s commitment to a universal NHS.
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Drug mule mum jailed after cannabis bust at Manchester Airport
An American drug mule, Chelsea Blanton, 29, was sentenced to 17 months in prison for smuggling 28 kilos of cannabis valued at £80,000 into Manchester Airport after traveling from Texas, Saudi Arabia, and Malaysia. Blanton, who had no prior UK convictions, was motivated by a potential $8,500 payout and will serve half her sentence before facing deportation to the U.S. Need More Context? 🔎
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