Labour leader Keir Starmer criticized the Tory immigration bill for undermining the modern slavery framework, which protects vulnerable individuals from exploitation. While Labour opposed the bill in the past, the new legislation retains some controversial measures, including banning asylum seekers from claiming protection under modern slavery laws. Critics argue that these changes could increase trafficking and modern slavery in the UK, as the government aims to crack down on people smuggling gangs responsible for migrants crossing the English Channel.
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Popular discount store announces another shop closure in blow to high street
The Original Factory Shop has announced the closure of eleven branches across the UK, including the store in Middlewich, Cheshire, which will close on June 28. This follows a previous announcement of ten additional store closures and the sale of five more locations as part of a company voluntary arrangement aimed at avoiding insolvency. Residents have expressed disappointment over the local impact, highlighting concerns about the decline of the high street amid broader challenges faced...
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