13 h. ago Thousands of jobs for Wales pledged under Government clean energy scheme

The UK Government publishes its first ever national plan to recruit workers needed for clean energy, promising 20,000 jobs in Wales

Politics

13 h. ago UK Government unveils plan to ‘train up next generation of clean energy workers’

At the same time, the Scottish Government said it would fund, alongside Westminster, an £18 million fund to help workers transition from fossil fuels.

Politics

13 h. ago Government unveils national plan to recruit workers for energy transition

The strategy outlines how the Goverment will deliver on its promise for more than 400,000 extra jobs in the clean energy sector by 2030.

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13 h. ago Government aims to create 400,000 jobs through UK national green energy plan

Scheme will offer training for plumbers, welders and carpenters as well as promoting trade union recognitionPlumbers, electricians and welders will be in huge demand as part of a national plan to train people for an extra 400,000 green jobs in the next five years, Ed Miliband has said.The energy secretary revealed a new scheme to double those working in green industries by 2030, with a particular focus on training those coming from fossil fuel jobs, school leavers, the unemployed, veterans and ex-offenders. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago French political crisis continues as Lecornu unveils new government – Europe live

Marine Le Pen says she will seek to call a no-confidence motion as she urges Macron to dissolve the National AssemblySpeaking from Egypt, French president Emmanuel Macron dismissed opposition calls for his resignation, insisting he would remain in office to safeguard the country’s stability.“Never forget that the mandate given by the French people is to serve, to serve and serve, and to provide answers to the questions of everyday French people, and to do everything possible for the independence of France,” Macron told reporters in Sharm el-Sheikh. “That is the only thing that matters. The rest is the government’s business I will continue to ensure stability,” he added. Continue reading...

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1 week ago 20 Tory councillors join Reform UK on eve of Conservative conference finale

Nigel Farage’s party unveiled a wave of local government defections.

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1 week ago Government house buying scheme to save thousands £710 in 'biggest shake

Proposals unveiled by the UK Government will look to speed up the long-drawn out and costly process of buying a home by four weeks

Economics

2 w. ago US energy department cracks down on workers’ use of climate crisis language

Efficiency employees reportedly told to avoid ‘climate change’ and similar terms in their work in latest clampdownThe US Department of Energy has told employees in the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy to avoid using the words “climate change” in what seems to be the latest incident in a crackdown on discussing the climate crisis in the US government.“Please ensure that every member of your team is aware that this is the latest list of words to avoid – and continue to be conscientious about avoiding any terminology that you know to be misaligned with the Administration’s perspectives and priorities,” says an email from an agency acting director obtained by Politico. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Confusion reigns over Starmer's digital ID cards drive as minister dismisses civil liberties fears by saying they WON'T be compulsory... unless you want a job

The Prime Minister is set to officially unveil his 'dystopian' scheme in London today as his Government scrambles to curb illegal migration.

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3 w. ago Keir Starmer faces demands to clarify how controversial digital ID scheme will actually work as unanswered questions mount up after ministers said they WON'T be mandatory for Brits

The Prime Minister is set to officially unveil his 'dystopian' scheme in London today as his Government scrambles to curb illegal migration.

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3 w. ago Sir Keir Starmer says he is ‘absolutely committed’ to Northern Powerhouse Rail

The delayed Northern Powerhouse Rail plans are to be unveiled ‘in the coming weeks’, a Government source has said.

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3 w. ago Labour Government unveils £292m funding boost for Scottish high streets and deprived communities

The cash will provided directly to communities from the Scotland Office.

Economics

3 w. ago DIANA JOHNSON: 'Pandemic disrupted kids' lives and what is happening now is staggering'

DWP minister Dame Diana Johnson writes for The Mirror as the government unveils a £25million boost to double the number of youth hubs to more than 200 locations

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4 w. ago Legacy accord offers chance to deal with ‘unfinished business’ of peace process

The UK and Irish governments have unveiled new-look legacy mechanisms to examine cases linked to the Northern Ireland Troubles.

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