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Government ‘determined’ to ensure every child can access personal tutoring
Government ‘determined’ to ensure every child can access personal tutoring
21 May 2022
Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi said one-on-one teaching could help children who have fallen behind during the pandemic.
Treasury earmarks £500,000 of public cash for focus groups and polls
Treasury earmarks £500,000 of public cash for focus groups and polls
21 May 2022
Labour said it is ‘staggering’ the department has green-lit a ‘vanity exercise’ for the Chancellor, but sources insist the research is policy-focused.
Truss and US politicians discuss ‘cast-iron commitment’ to Good Friday Agreement
Truss and US politicians discuss ‘cast-iron commitment’ to Good Friday Agreement
21 May 2022
Foreign Secretary says topics of conversation ranged from the peace treaty to ‘the importance of free trade’ and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Johnson congratulates Australian prime minister-elect
Johnson congratulates Australian prime minister-elect
21 May 2022
The UK Prime Minister issued a statement hailing Britain and Australia’s ‘long history’ and ‘bright future’.
Grenfell Memorial Cup ‘more important’ than winning Baftas – Big Zuu
Grenfell Memorial Cup ‘more important’ than winning Baftas – Big Zuu
21 May 2022
The rapper spoke with the PA News Agency at the tournament, hosted by Queens Park Rangers.
Cabinet minister meets with top Democrat amid Northern Ireland tensions
Cabinet minister meets with top Democrat amid Northern Ireland tensions
21 May 2022
The head of the powerful ways and means committee in the US House of Representatives also met with Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer on Saturday.
Patel urges MPs to avoid ‘mob rule’ and back new Bill to limit protesters
Patel urges MPs to avoid ‘mob rule’ and back new Bill to limit protesters
21 May 2022
Interfering with key national infrastructure – such as railways, roads and printing presses – would become a criminal offence.
Football as healing force for bereaved Grenfell families
Football as healing force for bereaved Grenfell families
21 May 2022
QPR are hosting the Grenfell Memorial Cup to remember the blaze’s 72 victims.
Three taken to hospital after stands collapse at Trooping the Colour rehearsal
Three taken to hospital after stands collapse at Trooping the Colour rehearsal
21 May 2022
Dozens of people had turned up to watch the event, which is the Major General’s review of the parade set to take place on the Jubilee weekend.
Dorries’ claim that Channel 4 reality show used paid actors ‘unfounded’
Dorries’ claim that Channel 4 reality show used paid actors ‘unfounded’
21 May 2022
The production company behind Tower Block Of Commons believes the Culture Secretary’s claims to be unfounded but said it will investigate the matter.
Iain Duncan Smith calls for benefits to be boosted in line with inflation
Iain Duncan Smith calls for benefits to be boosted in line with inflation
21 May 2022
The former Tory leader said rebates and discretionary funds represent ‘a step in the wrong direction for tackling poverty’.
More HRT swaps allowed as minister says supply issues will ease in June
More HRT swaps allowed as minister says supply issues will ease in June
21 May 2022
Women’s health minister Maria Caulfield said the Government was working closely with manufacturers to address the ongoing shortages.
Pressure on PM to throw light on ‘secret’ meeting over partygate report
Pressure on PM to throw light on ‘secret’ meeting over partygate report
21 May 2022
The exact nature of the talks between Boris Johnson and senior civil servant Sue Gray remain unclear.
Manchester Arena attack: Bereaved stepfather shocked by mental health aftercare
Manchester Arena attack: Bereaved stepfather shocked by mental health aftercare
21 May 2022
Dr Stuart Murray, whose stepson Martyn Hett was killed in the bombing five years ago, recalled screaming in his car after struggling to access help.
Monkeypox could have ‘massive impact’ on sexual health services, doctor warns
Monkeypox could have ‘massive impact’ on sexual health services, doctor warns
21 May 2022
The disease, first found in monkeys, can be transmitted from person to person through close physical contact – including sexual intercourse .
Labour MP opens up about horror of daughter’s hit-and-run death
Labour MP opens up about horror of daughter’s hit-and-run death
21 May 2022
Peter Dowd said he had no idea that the collision had taken place roughly 100 yards from his home.
What the papers say – May 21
What the papers say – May 21
21 May 2022
Ukraine developments, a potential Cabinet revolt over the Government’s cost-of-living crisis messaging and a runaway dad are splashed on the papers.
Royal family ‘providing accommodation to Ukrainian refugee families’
Royal family ‘providing accommodation to Ukrainian refugee families’
21 May 2022
Some 53,800 Ukrainian refugees have arrived in the UK under visa schemes, including the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
Coronation Street: Martyn Hett and Arena victims ‘always in our thoughts’
Coronation Street: Martyn Hett and Arena victims ‘always in our thoughts’
21 May 2022
Martyn was at the Ariana Grande concert on May 22 2017 when terrorist Salman Abedi detonated a device which killed the 29-year-old and 21 others.
Charles and Camilla to star in EastEnders special Jubilee episode
Charles and Camilla to star in EastEnders special Jubilee episode
21 May 2022
The special programme starring the royal couple is due to be aired on June 2.