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Lisa Nandy Faces Remembrance Sunday Criticism Over Claim About Wars Since 1945

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy faces criticism over a Remembrance Sunday statement about wars since 1945, while defending her wider message about peace.

By Charlotte Mercer • 8 November 2026 • 3 min read

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Lisa Nandy Warns Sexual Abuse May Still Be Happening in Entertainment Industry as Government Considers Action

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy warns sexual abuse may still be occurring in entertainment and says ministers are considering mandatory safeguards for whistleblowers.

Charlotte Mercer • 8 Nov 2026 • 2 min read

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Prime Minister Says 10-Year Plan for Britain Could Be Delayed Until January

Andy Burnham says his promised 10-year plan for Britain may not be published until January 2027, with no firm publication date yet agreed.

Charlotte Mercer • 6 Nov 2026 • 2 min read

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Burnham Says Putin Will Not Attend Britain’s 2027 G20 Summit

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says Vladimir Putin will not attend the UK-hosted 2027 G20 summit in Manchester because of existing British sanctions.

Charlotte Mercer • 6 Nov 2026 • 3 min read

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UK Construction Slump Deepens as Housebuilding Records Worst Month of 2026

UK construction activity contracted at its fastest pace since June as housebuilding recorded its steepest decline of 2026, S&P Global PMI data show.

Charlotte Mercer • 6 Nov 2026 • 2 min read

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Government Announces New Facial Recognition Laws and Independent Police Technology Watchdog

Home Office plans statutory rules for police facial recognition and an independent watchdog with potential court-enforced powers. Proposals are not yet law.

Charlotte Mercer • 5 Nov 2026 • 3 min read

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Government Introduces Tourist Tax Bill Giving English Mayors Powers to Charge Overnight Visitors

The Visitor Levy (England) Bill would allow English mayors and strategic authorities to charge a percentage-based levy on overnight stays, subject to consultation and local approval.

Charlotte Mercer • 5 Nov 2026 • 3 min read

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Government Introduces Energy Independence Bill With Plans to Scrap Gas Standing Charges

The Energy Independence Bill proposes removing fixed gas standing charges, tougher Ofgem powers, landlord penalties and an end to new North Sea exploration licences.

Charlotte Mercer • 4 Nov 2026 • 3 min read

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Palestine Action Ban Reaches Supreme Court as Further Arrests Reported Outside Hearing

The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to the Palestine Action proscription as police report further arrests outside the court. Judges will consider freedom of expression and assembly rights.

Charlotte Mercer • 4 Nov 2026 • 5 min read

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Government Formally Intervenes in Sky's £1.6 Billion ITV Deal Over Media Plurality Concerns

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has formally ordered CMA and Ofcom scrutiny of Sky’s proposed £1.6 billion acquisition of ITV’s broadcasting and streaming business.

Charlotte Mercer • 4 Nov 2026 • 4 min read

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MPs Demand Tougher Powers to Take Control of Failing Water Companies as Thames Water Faces Renewed Scrutiny

Cross-party MPs call for credible special administration powers, tighter sewage pollution rules and stronger customer protections ahead of the Water Bill.

Charlotte Mercer • 4 Nov 2026 • 3 min read

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Lisa Nandy Faces Remembrance Sunday Criticism Over Claim About Wars Since 1945

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Lisa Nandy Warns Sexual Abuse May Still Be Happening in Entertainment Industry as Government Considers Action

Prime Minister Says 10-Year Plan for Britain Could Be Delayed Until January

Burnham Says Putin Will Not Attend Britain’s 2027 G20 Summit

UK Construction Slump Deepens as Housebuilding Records Worst Month of 2026

Government Announces New Facial Recognition Laws and Independent Police Technology Watchdog

Government Introduces Tourist Tax Bill Giving English Mayors Powers to Charge Overnight Visitors

Government Introduces Energy Independence Bill With Plans to Scrap Gas Standing Charges

Palestine Action Ban Reaches Supreme Court as Further Arrests Reported Outside Hearing

Government Formally Intervenes in Sky's £1.6 Billion ITV Deal Over Media Plurality Concerns

MPs Demand Tougher Powers to Take Control of Failing Water Companies as Thames Water Faces Renewed Scrutiny

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