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The Liberal Democrats have criticized the government for a lack of action regarding cross-party discussions on adult social care, stating that no all-party meetings have occurred since the announcement of a national care service four months ago. This inaction has led to accusations of “delay and drift” amid growing concerns over the UK’s social care crisis. The failure to initiate these crucial talks raises questions about the government's commitment to implementing the proposed large-scale changes...

Rupert Lowe, the former Reform MP who is now an independent, is suing Nigel Farage and two senior party figures, Lee Anderson and Zia Yusuf, for defamation following accusations of bullying and verbal threats against staff. Lowe claims that their comments have “caused serious harm to my reputation.” This legal action comes after he lost the party whip in March amid the controversy. Full Article

President Donald Trump reportedly blocked Elon Musk from attending a classified meeting related to China, expressing his frustration by questioning Musk's involvement due to his business ties with the country. This incident marks a notable shift from Trump's previous support for Musk, who serves as a special employee in government. The backdrop of this conflict is the ongoing tariff war between the US and China, with escalating tariffs impacting trade relations and prompting severe market...

This Easter weekend, pollen levels are expected to rise significantly, with the Met Office warning of 'very high' counts in parts of England and Scotland, particularly in the East and West Midlands, London, and South East. Those prone to hay fever should prepare for heightened symptoms, especially as tree pollen season begins, affecting 10% to 30% of adults and 40% of children. Fortunately, Scotland will experience 'low' pollen levels, providing some relief by Sunday when...

The supreme court's ruling on the legal definition of a woman has sparked contrasting reactions, with gender-critical campaigners expressing feelings of "vindication and relief," viewing it as a significant "huge reset." Conversely, transgender rights advocates perceive the decision as a "damaging attack on their rights," indicating the emergence of "real issues" in their pursuit of legal recognition. This divide highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding gender identity and legal definitions in contemporary society. Full Article

The National Education Union (NEU), led by general secretary Daniel Kebede, has urged its members to prepare for industrial action if the government fails to enhance its pay offer for teachers in England for the coming year. During the union's annual conference, Kebede criticized Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves for a perceived "betrayal" of their supporters. The NEU also indicated it would campaign against Labour MPs if satisfactory pay and funding improvements...