2 h. ago Sale of new leasehold flats to be banned under Labour plan to end 'feudal' system

There are around five million leaseholders in England and Wales, and the system has come under increased criticism in recent years.

Economics

5 h. ago Leasehold flats ban to mark beginning of the end for ‘feudal’ system

The Government has proposed bringing the leasehold system to an end which would give homeowners more control over how buildings are run

Politics

6 h. ago Sale of new leasehold flats to be banned under government plan

There are around five million leaseholders in England and Wales, and the system has come under increased criticism in recent years.

Politics

10 h. ago New leasehold flats to be banned – what will it mean for home buyers?

The move promises to dismantle a system long criticised for its archaic practices

Economics

18 h. ago Leasehold flats ban beginning of the end for ‘feudal’ system, minister says

Homeowners will not have to pay extra costs such as ground rent under the proposed reforms.

Politics

3 d. ago Starmer’s Trump meeting ‘spectacular success’, says Streeting, as Tories dismiss president’s backing for Chagos deal – UK politics live

Health secretary hails talks over defence, security and trade as Badenoch says her party will continue to oppose Chagos dealWes Streeting, the health secretary, was doing an interview round this morning to promote an announcement about a new contract for GPs in England. He claims it will end the “8am scramble” for GP appointments.Explaining how this would work, the Department of Health and Social Care says in its news release:The new deal agreed yesterday (February 27) between the government and British Medical Association (BMA) will free up doctors from red tape and box-ticking targets to concentrate on what they do best – treating patients.The new agreed contract will modernise general practice by requiring GP surgeries to allow patients to request appointments online throughout working hours from October, freeing up the phones for those who need them most, and making it easier for practices to triage patients based on medical need. The reforms are part of the government’s Plan fo...

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3 d. ago Donald Trump signals he could SUPPORT Labour's £9billion plan to surrender the Chagos Islands to Mauritius as he meets Keir Starmer

The US president suggested he could ignore Republican and Tory fury at the government's plan to hand over the Indian Ocean archipelago, as he met with Sir Keir Starmer in the White House.

Economics

4 d. ago Drivers warned of 'huge fines' if they don't carry three documents with them

The introduction of digital driving licences is part of the government's plan to ensure the UK is "at the forefront of green technology and innovation"

Events

4 d. ago Government has ‘absolutely no plans’ to ban greyhound racing across UK

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said the Government will not ban greyhound racing, despite the Welsh Labour Government announcing their plan to do so.

Politics

5 d. ago Government will ‘take everybody into the digital future’ with new inclusion plan

Technology ministers Peter Kyle and Sir Chris Bryant have unveiled a new plan to boost access to digital skills training and tech.

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5 d. ago NHS chief’s surprise resignation puts scrutiny on Streeting’s vision for NHS

Health secretary reveals that tighter Whitehall control will form part of government’s ‘plan for change’

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5 d. ago NHS chief’s shock resignation puts spotlight on Streeting’s vision for health service

Minister reveals that tighter Whitehall control will form part of government’s ‘plan for change’

Events

1 week ago Rochelle Humes' 'flattering' Next trousers with elasticated band come in six colours

The wide-leg slacks slacks from Next are already a big hit with shoppers

Politics

1 week ago SNP Government accused of 'slap in the face' to carers over plan snub

A coalition of 70 campaign groups has sent a hard hitting letter to Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes accusing the Government of a u-turn.

Politics

1 week ago SNP Government criticised for lack of action on Rural Delivery Plan

The SNP Scottish Government is facing criticism for delays in delivering a comprehensive Rural Delivery Plan for mainland Scotland, despite having been in power for 17 years.

Politics

1 week ago Former NatWest building in town with no banks to be turned into luxury flats

The 'gorgeous' old building is about to get a new lease of life.

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