Labour backs nuclear deterrent as 'bedrock' of UK's security
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Labour backs nuclear deterrent as 'bedrock' of UK's security
The shadow armed forces minister says Labour has committed to raising defence spending by 2.5 percent of GDP "as resources allow".
Luke Pollard adds that the move is to reflect "the threats the UK and our allies are facing", and that the UK's nuclear deterrent is the "bedrock" of Sir Keir Starmer's plan to help keep the nation safe.
Report by Brooksl.
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Labour leader Keir Starmer has welcomed Dan Poulter to his party, saying his defection speaks for many Tory voters.
Mr Poulter, who is also a doctor, said he is unable to provide NHS patients with quality treatment due to the Tory's mismanagement of the health service. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Labour's deputy campaign co-ordinator, Ellie Reeves, has said there is 'chaos and infighting' within the Conservative Party ahead of the local elections this week. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The shadow health secretary says Dan Poulter's defection to Labour "speaks volumes." Dr Dan Poulter, a former Conservative MP, announced he would be taking the Labour whip until the next election as the Conservative party no longer prioritised the NHS. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The defection of an MP - who works as an NHS doctor - from the Tories to the Labour Party shows that only Sir Keir Starmer can be "trusted" with the health.. Sky News
Sir Keir Starmer comforted an army veteran who became emotional when he explained how he set up a charity after the suicide of a fellow ex-serviceman. Dan Smith explained how he started the Darlington Veterans’ Community, a charity which helps local ex-servicemen suffering with the cost-of-living crisis, after his friend committed suicide during the pandemic. He became visibly emotional with the Labour leader, who reassured him to take his time. Sir Keir was joined in Darlington by Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves, during a visit to businesses ahead of next week's local elections.
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Luke Pollard says the 0.1 percent growth in the UK economy is "pretty feeble". The shadow armed forces minister adds there has been "no stability" under the Conservatives and that Labour would "motor the economy" and "create growth in every single part of the United Kingdom". But Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says the latest ONS figures are "proof" the country is "turning a corner". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
An eyewitness describes the moment a young boy was fatally stabbed in an unprovoked attack in Hainault, East London. James Fernando, 39, described the 13-year-old victim as a “very good child” who “never put a foot wrong.” The sword-wielding suspect remains in custody after being tasered by police at the scene. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Health Secretary Victoria Atkins vows to find and remove migrants who have gone missing. She says, “law enforcement will now deal with this to locate those that have no reported as they should have done.”
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A 13-year-old boy has died after a stabbing incident near Hainault Tube station in London. Chief Superintendent Stuart Bell says, “the family are being supported by local specialist officers”.
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A critical incident has been declared in northeast London after reports that multiple people had been stabbed. A 36-year-old man remains in police custody.
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Five people have been taken to hospital after a man with a sword reportedly attacked members of the public and police officers near Hainault Tube station in northeast London.
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Sir Keir Starmer has outlined the importance of the UK’s nuclear deterrent in his plan for national security, aiming to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP. The commitment aligns with Chancellor..
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