Labour MPs Andrew Gwynne and Oliver Ryan have been suspended by the party after posting offensive comments in a WhatsApp group, with Gwynne being sacked as a health minister for wishing harm on an elderly voter. Gwynne also made derogatory remarks about constituents and fellow councillors in the group. Ryan, who mocked a fellow Labour MP’s sexuality, lost the party whip and is facing police action. Former Labour minister Barry Gardiner has called for both MPs to resign from parliament, emphasizing the importance of basic respect for others and integrity in public and private personas.
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Warm Home Discount expanded to millions more households across UK
Energy bills will decrease by £150 for approximately 2.7 million more households in the UK this winter as the Warm Home Discount expands to include all billpayers on means-tested benefits. This initiative, announced by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband and endorsed by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, aims to alleviate cost-of-living pressures, benefiting over six million households. Need More Context? 🔎
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