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Why Keir Starmer's strategy to tackle Reform UK could end up backfiring

Sky News Tuesday, 20 May 2025
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Glastonbury controversy explained: Police investigate Kneecap and Bob Vylan sets Musicians making headlines for their politics isn't new, but this year’s Glastonbury featured two sets by Kneecap and Bob Vylan that riled politicians – including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Police are investigating both concerts. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/06/30/glastonbury-controversy-explained-police-investigate-kneecap-and-bob-vylan-sets Spark your senses, wake your wonder. Euronews Culture seeks to show creativity in action and inspire our audience to explore the world through the five senses. Start your journey through the best of Europe's arts, gastronomy, traditions and high-end craftsmanship.

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Starmer: Welfare must be fixed ‘the Labour way’

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Starmer labels Farage a ‘wolf in Wall Street clothing’

Sir Keir Starmer has attacked Nigel Farage as a “wolf in Wall Street clothing” with “no idea” about issues like Port Talbot’s blast furnaces. Speaking at the Welsh Labour conference, he accused Reform UK of opposing workers’ rights and backing “unfunded tax cuts for billionaires”. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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Reform UK Reform UK Right-wing political party in the United Kingdom

PM set to warn of 'backroom stitch up' between parties in Wales

The prime minister is set to warn of a "backroom stitch up" between the Conservatives, Reform UK and Plaid Cymru ahead of next year's Senedd elections.
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PM set to warn of 'backroom stitch up' between Welsh parties

The prime minister is set to warn of a "backroom stitch up" between the Conservatives, Reform UK and Plaid Cymru ahead of next year's Senedd elections.
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Nigel Farage backs US strikes on Iran and blasts UK govt [Video]

Nigel Farage backs US strikes on Iran and blasts UK govt

Nigel Farage says he is “pleased” that US hit Iran with air strikes at the weekend saying he believes UK should provide help if the Americans ask for it. The Reform UK leader also criticises the UK’s position saying: “Does the government have a policy? As I said earlier, they appear to be completely blindsided by what were entirely predictable actions”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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Reform UK would win a majority if election held tomorrow, poll suggests

Since the local elections Reform UK has had no shortage of good polls.
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Minister appeals to Labour MPs to support welfare bill

Education minister Baroness Smith appeals to Labour MPs to support the controversial bill on welfare changes, saying, “it’s only a Labour government that can reform the welfare system”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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Concessions to welfare reforms revealed after Labour MPs force retreat

Changes to welfare reforms, forced on the government by rebel Labour MPs, are being revealed today ahead of a crucial vote.
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Concessions to welfare reforms to be revealed after Labour MPs force retreat

Changes to welfare reforms, forced on the government by rebel Labour MPs, are being revealed today ahead of a crucial vote.
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Badenoch: Labour’s welfare plan fails key tests [Video]

Badenoch: Labour’s welfare plan fails key tests

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says Labour’s welfare reforms fail to cut spending, boost employment or rule out tax rises - key conditions for Conservative support. She accused ministers of “giving up” and warned the bill’s U-turns threaten public finances. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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Kendall says welfare changes show 'strength in listening' [Video]

Kendall says welfare changes show 'strength in listening'

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall says she “hopes” concessions to the welfare Bill will win over Labour rebels, despite some still refusing to back it. She called the changes a sign of “strength in listening” and insisted protections for existing claimants were standard practice, aimed at easing widespread concerns ahead of Tuesday’s vote. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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