Great British Energy: what Keir Starmer’s nationalised energy plan could mean for you, bills and green energy
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Great British Energy: what Keir Starmer’s nationalised energy plan could mean for you, bills and green energy
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UK charged men with helping Russia under new law: It comes after a Ukraine-linked business was targeted in March.
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Sunak Commits UK to Spending 2.5% of GDP on Military by 2030: Rishi Sunak pledged to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by end of the decade ...
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Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.
- Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.
- The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.
- Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
Darktrace agrees £4.3B sale to US investor in blow to UK stock market: British cybersecurity flag bearer Darktrace is set to leave London’s stock market after ...
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UK Men Charged Under New Security Law Over Pro-Russia Attack: Several British men were charged under a new national security law for supporting Russia by ...
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Bespoke cancer vaccine targets tumours in landmark trial: Patient survival rate increases thanks to vaccine that uses mRNA technology found in Covid jab
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- A music teacher with melanoma is among the first to receive a new anti-cancer treatment that shows potential for curing the disease.
- The personalized mRNA cancer jab instructs the body's immune system to target and eliminate cancer cells, with promising results in reducing cancer recurrence.
- Conducted by University College London Hospitals, the trial aims to cure melanoma patients and explore its effectiveness in other cancer types.
- The therapy, tailored to each patient's tumor, marks a significant advancement in cancer treatment, with a global trial expanding to recruit 1,100 participants.
British man tests first personalised melanoma vaccine: Steve Young is part of the tests to see if an mRNA jab can stop the deadliest skin cancer returning.
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Military Horses That Bolted Through London After Spooked Are In Serious Condition
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UK's Labour outlines plan to renationalise railways within 5 years: Britain's opposition Labour Party said it planned to renationalise the country's rail network ...
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Angela Rayner lived next to me full-time, neighbour insists: Woman who lives in Lowndes Lane says the Labour deputy is lying and that she resided full-time at ...
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Former British minister warns against frozen conflict in Ukraine ｜ DPA: Former British defence secretary Ben Wallace has warned against suggestions that the ...
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Quick Glance: Criticism of Scholz: Wallace Calls for Delivery of Taurus Missiles
- Former British Defense Minister Wallace criticizes Chancellor Scholz for weak leadership and lack of communication regarding Ukraine.
- He calls for the delivery of German Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine and emphasizes the importance of clear communication and determination in dealing with Russia.
- Wallace warns against freezing the conflict in Ukraine and mentions the possibility of NATO membership as a countermeasure.
- He stresses the need for adequate security guarantees to prevent Russia from rearming and launching another attack.
Academics at UK universities face vetting to counter Chinese spies: MI5 review finds that national security is at risk because hostile states are attempting to ...
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Military horses run loose through London: Two British military horses — one of them apparently covered in blood — were seen Wednesday galloping loose and ...
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Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
- Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.
- The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.
- Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.
- The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
The problem with the Angela Rayner story? No one actually cares: It is convenient for the Tories to have her in the public stocks
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Britain unveils its next-gen main battle tank: Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land (RBSL) has rolled out Europe’s most advanced tank, the latest Challenger 3 prototype ...
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UK rejects youth mobility deal with EU: 'We are not introducing an EU-wide youth mobility scheme − free movement within the EU was ended and there are no plans ...
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Quick Glance: UK rejects mobility agreement with Europe for young people
- The government has ruled out any post-Brexit deal that would make it easier for young Britons to live, study, and work in the EU.
- Labour also rejected the possibility of an EU-wide scheme and prefers to improve the UK's working relationship with the EU within their red lines.
- A campaign group urged MPs to listen to British young people who deserve the opportunities presented by the plan.
- The EU suggested that Britain had expressed interest in youth mobility deals with individual member states but favored an EU-wide approach to ensure equal treatment for all members.
‘First point of contact’: After more than 250 years, Aboriginal spears taken by James Cook to return home
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Ajax demonstrates capabilities in extreme cold weather: Ajax, the British Army’s newest but troubled armoured fighting vehicle, has successfully completed ...
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Rebel Wilson claims British royal invited her to drug-fuelled orgy: Writing in her memoir Rebel Rising, the Australian actress says that the party was held in ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Rebel Wilson and the Invitation to a Drug-Fueled Orgy
- Rebel Wilson claims that a member of the British royal family invited her to a drug-fueled orgy in California, without naming the Royal.
- The Royal allegedly invited her to an event in 2014 where 'more girls' were needed, and Wilson recalls wearing a striking outfit to this 'insane' event.
- Wilson recounts drugs being handed out on trays while she saw the Royal, later realizing that the drug MDMA was meant for the orgy that was supposed to happen after a fireworks display.
- Upon realizing that the Royal's comment about needing more girls actually indicated an orgy, Wilson left the event before explicit scenes unfolded.
Ministers have caved in on no-fault evictions pledge, says Angela Rayner: Labour's Angela Rayner attacks the government's housing record but faces jibes over her ...
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Happy birthday, Prince Louis! Prince William, Princess Kate celebrate with adorable photo
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Remembering the Kinder Scout Mass Trespass: On this day in 1932, hundreds of workers took to the hills of northern England to challenge the right of landed ...
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Former Labour minister Frank Field dies aged 81: Former Labour minister and crossbench peer Frank Field has died aged 81, his family says
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Quick Glance: Farewell to Frank Field: A Life Dedicated to Social Justice
- The former Labour minister and advocate for poverty alleviation, Frank Field, has passed away at the age of 81.
- Throughout his career in Westminster, Lord Field championed social causes such as child poverty and modern slavery for over four decades.
- Field succumbed to a long battle with cancer in a care home in London. He advocated for a 2021 bill on assisted dying in England and Wales.
- His family emphasized that Field will be mourned by admirers in the political realm, but most of all missed by those fortunate enough to have experienced his laughter and friendship.
Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary says he would ‘happily’ fly asylum-seekers to Rwanda if asked to by British governme
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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
What Labour’s rail nationalisation would mean for commuters: Keir Starmer’s party has pledged improvements for passengers and savings for the public purse
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Paid articlePaid British aid workers 'died from blast wounds' in Gaza - inquest: James Kirby, James Henderson and John Chapman were killed in an air strike on 1 April.
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Royal first as Charles gives Kate new title: COMMENT
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Black British ‘Homeland’ Actor Is Just Fine With Blackface: David Harewood said actors should be able to play any character, even in blackface ...
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Labour pledges to renationalise most rail services within five years: The party says it offers the "biggest overhaul in a generation" but ministers brand it ...
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68889345
BHP planning potential buyout offer for Anglo American, says source: BHP Group bid $38.8 billion for Anglo American on Thursday, offering a deal to forge the ...
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Quick Glance: BHP Proposes Acquisition to Anglo American
- Anglo American receives BHP buyout proposal, reshaping the copper market.
- The proposal involves BHP acquiring Anglo shares, sparking industry transactions.
- Anglo reviews proposals after profit decline, plans demergers to reduce South Africa exposure.
- The potential deal could make BHP the world's largest copper producer with market impacts.
JD Sports to buy US rival Hibbett in $1.08 billion sportswear retail deal: JD Sports Fashion has proposed to buy American athletic fashion retailer Hibbett Inc ...
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Why Iranian dissidents love Cyrus, an ancient Persian king: The British Museum is sending one of Iran’s adored antiquities to Israel
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/25/why-iranian-dissidents-love-cyrus-an-ancient-persian-king
Nigel Farage can host GB News show during election, says Ofcom: Media regulator says no clear consensus among British public to ban politicians presenting on ...
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British commodities platform Marex prices US IPO at $1.35 bln valuation: British commodities platform Marex Group set the pricing of its U.S ...
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Why a Labour super-majority is unlikely: By current polls, Labour is set for a super-majority, and more than 400 seats. But will voters cool on Keir Starmer ...
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UK Conservative mayor keeps distance from Sunak in bid to avoid local election wipeout
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Was it Angela Rayner who was fined millions by HMRC? No, that was a Tory: The man who reported Labour’s deputy to the police can’t even say what he was ...
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Brit man, 22, dies after falling from balcony hailed as 'politest young man': A British man, 22, has died after falling from the balcony of his hotel room while ...
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The Brexit revelations: May’s no-deal, a Canada plan and mating porcupines: Blundering, backstabbing, tampering with chairs … our chief political commentator has ...
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UK pay settlements edge lower in first quarter, industry survey shows: British employers reached slightly lower pay settlements with staff in the three months to ...
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Now even GB News viewers prefer Starmer: Oh dear. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is no stranger to poor poll outcomes – but a new survey may cut a little closer to ...
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British retail sales stagnate as shoppers cut back on groceries: Economists had expected 0.3% growth in March
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Quick Glance: UK Lawmakers Support Groundbreaking 'Smoke-Free Generation' Bill
- The British government's plan for a landmark smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking passed its first hurdle in Parliament despite opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.
- The bill, announced by Sunak, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009, creating one of the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world to establish the 'first smoke-free generation' in modern Britain.
- The bill also includes measures to crack down on youth vaping, such as banning the sale of cheap disposable vapes and restricting their flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine.
- The number of people who smoke in the U.K. has declined by two-thirds since the 1970s, but approximately 6.4 million people in the country still smoke, accounting for about 13% of the population. Smoking remains the number one preventable cause of death, disability, and poor health.
UK minister writes to London police over 'openly Jewish' comment: British interior minister James Cleverly has written to London's Metropolitan Police after an ...
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy meets Britain’s Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv: krainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Thursday he met British finance minister Jeremy Hunt in ...
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Prince Harry declares US as his new home, renounces British residency: According to documents obtained by Page Six, the Duke of Sussex listed the US as his "new ...
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Quick Glance: Harry and Meghan Face Conundrum Over Balmoral Invitation
- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could find themselves in a complicated situation, according to an expert, if King Charles invites them to join the Royal Family at Balmoral.
- It is expected that King Charles will extend an invitation to Harry and Meghan to visit the Scottish retreat this year, as it is customary for the monarch to invite family members during the holiday season.
- Royal expert and author Tom Quinn suggests that an invitation to the retreat could present a 'difficult' situation for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
- King Charles has reportedly extended an olive branch to Prince Harry and Meghan by 'hinting' at a visit to Balmoral this summer to improve relationships within the Royal family.
Liz Truss: The world was safer under Trump: Former PM Liz Truss says she hopes Donald Trump wins the next US election.
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Quick Glance: Liz Truss: The World Was Safer Under Trump
- Former PM Liz Truss expresses hope for Donald Trump to win the next US election, stating that the world is on the brink of a strong conflict and requires a strong America more than ever.
UK police charge two men with spying for China: British police on Monday charged two men with spying for China, including one reported to have worked as a ...
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Quick Glance: Charges Filed Against UK Ex-Parliamentary Researcher for 'China Espionage'
- London's Metropolitan Police has accused two men, researcher Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, of violating the Official Secrets Act.
- The charges coincided with the announcement of the arrest of three German nationals suspected of spying for China and accessing secret maritime technology by German investigators.
- The British duo is alleged to have transmitted 'articles, notes, documents or information' to a foreign state between 2021 and the previous year.
- In September, the Met Police disclosed the arrest of a man in his twenties on espionage suspicions. The Sunday Times revealed his parliamentary researcher identity.
British actor Hugh Grant settles privacy lawsuit against publisher of the Sun - court documents
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Emile Cairess first British man on London Marathon podium since 1996: The 26 year old did not beat Mo Farah’s British record but secured his place at the Paris ...
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Paid articlePaid Tories need to learn to love London again: The capital votes for its mayor next week, but the Conservatives’ dissociation from the city means they seem set for ...
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‘Star Wars’ actor Warwick Davis pays tribute to wife Samantha who’s died aged 53: British actor Warwick Davis has paid tribute to his wife Samantha following her ...
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Quick Glance: 'Harry Potter' Actor Mourns Loss of Beloved Wife
- Actor Warwick Davis from 'Harry Potter' mourns the loss of his beloved wife, Samantha Davis, who passed away at the age of 53.
- Samantha, described by Warwick as his 'soulmate' and 'favorite human,' passed away on March 24, as announced by Lucasfilm in an emotional statement.
- Warwick emphasized his wife's caring spirit and community involvement as they co-founded the Little People U.K. charity together.
- Together, they leave behind two children, Annabelle and Harrison, who honor their mother as their best friend and a source of love and happiness.
The Intelligence: America’s college crackdowns: Police clashes with protesters at Columbia University have spilled over into other institutions ...
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Fintech firm Revolut plans to hire 1,500 staff by end of year: British fintech company Revolut has added nearly 2,000 employees since the start of 2024 and plans ...
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Lessons for investors from the history of war finance: Governments rarely tell voters the true cost of military adventures, or how they intend to pay for them
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Wirral celebrity baker Paul Hollywood 'very proud' to accept MBE: Star of the Great British Bake Off Paul Hollywood, from Wallasey, has been made an MBE for ...
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British man charged with acting on behalf of Russia in plot to torch Ukrainian-linked business
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Traditional British fry-up could die out as Gen Z shun 'fatty' dish: A poll of 1,000 young adults aged 18 to 34 found one in 10 never enjoy the dish ...
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Dominic West opens up about ‘absurd’ furor over Lily James pictures: British actor Dominic West has opened up about the furor surrounding images taken in 2020 of ...
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Tom Cruise, London Boy, Is Doing the Splits: Tom Cruise loves London, and London appears to be mostly befuddled by him break-dancing and doing the splits.
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The quiet man who’s turning Tesco around — and his £10m thank you: Ever understated, Ken Murphy is cashing in on his success at expanding the supermarket’s share ...
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New British tank to be ‘apex predator of modern warfare’: With advanced armour and devastating firepower, the Challenger 3 boasts an impressive range of ...
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Pearson on track after first-quarter sales rise 3%: British education company Pearson said on Friday its year had started well, with a 3% rise in adjusted ...
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UK businesses expand at fastest pace in 11 months, PMI survey shows: British businesses recorded their fastest growth in activity in nearly a year this month ...
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Aboriginal spears stolen by Captain Cook returned to Australia by Trinity College Cambridge
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Keir Starmer vows to sack aides behind ‘boys’ club’ briefings: Labour’s top team has a fairly even gender split — but critics in the party have used the press to ...
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- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
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British passengers flying to Turkey drink all plane’s booze: The passengers were described as ‘hedonistic’ by the airline
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British Army secures new Saab training tech in £60m contract: The British Army has upgraded its training capabilities through a new contract with Saab ...
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Londongrad forever? Why the UK may never seize Russian assets: Pledges to take Russian money to help Ukraine face a litany of legal and tactical quandaries.
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Laura Kuenssberg: Are Angela Rayner's troubles a sign of what's to come for Labour?
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Celebrity baker Paul Hollywood: I would like to see Princess Royal on Bake Off: On Wednesday, Hollywood was made an MBE for services to baking and broadcasting.
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Mark Menzies quits Conservatives as Tories say conduct ‘fell below standard’: The Fylde MP has been accused of misusing donors’ funds.
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Quick Glance: Mark Menzies: MP Accused of Campaign Fund Misuse, Party Exit, and Future Election Abstention
- An elected official accused of mishandling campaign funds has departed from the Conservative Party and declared no intention to participate in the upcoming general election.
- Following allegations reported in The Times, Mark Menzies revealed his decision after purportedly using political contributions to address medical costs and settle debts incurred from being confined by individuals demanding a substantial ransom for his release.
- Upon a request for scrutiny by Labour, Lancashire Police disclosed their evaluation of 'details' concerning Mr. Menzies. An internal inquiry by the Conservative Party has been initiated to explore potential improprieties in the utilization of their financial resources.
- Additionally, the party's internal oversight body will assess whether Mr. Menzies' conduct contravened the Nolan principles of public ethics, encompassing traits like altruism, probity, and candor. The spokesperson affirmed, 'We are prepared to collaborate with law enforcement, if they deem our insights beneficial to any inquiry they opt to conduct.'
Labour’s rail plans show Keir Starmer’s cautious populism: Labour has announced plans to nationalise the railway operators by folding them into a publicly owned ...
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Have your say on whether UK should bring back National Service: We are conducting a poll to see whether it's time to bring back compulsory military service
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NatWest profit falls less than feared ahead of state escape: British bank NatWest's first-quarter profit fell by a less than expected 27%, it said on Friday ...
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