Yvette Cooper supports calls for former Labour MP Mike Amesbury, jailed for assault, to have his pay stripped while incarcerated, deeming it “unacceptable” that he continues to receive his £91,000 salary under parliamentary rules. The Labour Party has taken action to remove him as an MP, with Cooper emphasizing the need for a new representative for Runcorn constituents swiftly. Amesbury’s 10-week sentence will trigger a recall petition, potentially leading to a by-election, while he could still receive up to £10,500 in salary until his MP status officially ceases after any appeals.
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Von der Leyen tells Xi EU-China ties are at ‘inflection point’
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa conveyed to Chinese leader Xi Jinping that EU-China relations are at an "inflection point" due to trade imbalances and China's support for Russia amid the Ukraine war. Both sides emphasized the need for mutual solutions to longstanding issues as the summit marks 50 years of EU-China relations, overshadowed by tensions over trade and geopolitical concerns. Want More Context? 🔎
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