4 d. ago Britain’s ‘most hazardous building’ could leak radioactive water for 30 more years, MPs warn

The former nuclear power plant still poses ‘intolerable risks’

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5 d. ago New defence plans could lead to ‘significant cuts’ in other areas, MPs warn

John Healey said the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) is ‘not about cuts’, amid concerns the plans will be funded at the expense of existing programmes.

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5 d. ago MPs debate decriminalising abortion as opponents warn it would be a radical step

The issue has come to the fore in recent times with prominent cases such as those of Nicola Packer and Carla Foster.

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2 w. ago Chagos outrage! Extraordinary pledge that could help our enemies is buried in smallprint of £30billion surrender deal

MPs and ex-military chiefs lined up to warn that the 'grotesque' and 'dangerous' clause, buried in the treaty's small print, risked aiding Britain's enemies.

Economics

3 w. ago MPs warn ‘secretive’ approach may have harmed EU ‘reset’ efforts

The Commons Foreign Affairs Committee said public backing for closer relations with the EU mean the Government has to be ‘bold in its offer’.

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3 w. ago Ministers face new demand to postpone inheritance tax raid on farmers as MPs warn rushed plan will hammer the 'vulnerable' and elderly

The Commons Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee said the Government had failed to properly consult on the policy, leaving its potential impact 'disputed and unclear'.

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3 w. ago Labour is positive about immigration while recognising the system must change

Writing for the Record, the Secretary of State for Scotland says a balanced approach towards immigration is needed to maximise the benefits and minimise the costs of the current system.

Politics

3 w. ago Labour benefits backlash rages as MPs warn Cabinet minister that cuts will 'devastate lives'

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall came under fire from her own side as she took questions in the House.

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