Scotland's Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes, Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and the Taoiseach Simon Harris, sit down with leaders from the Council's eight Member Administrations for the plenary meeting during the British-Irish Council (BIC) summit in Edinburgh.
Formed in the wake of the Good Friday Agreement, this will be the 42nd meeting of the intergovernmental forum.
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A group of Labour MPs has urged Sir Keir Starmer to do more to tackle the rising cost of living amid fears the party could lose the next election to Reform. Sky News
Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron have visited the British Museum to celebrate plans for a cultural exchange between the UK and France. The Prime Minister said: “In this new world our alliances are more important than ever… the UK is proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with France, supporting Ukraine and calling for sustainable peace in the Middle East.” Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK’s relationship with France is “as strong as it’s ever been” as he welcomed President Emmanuel Macron to Downing Street. The prime minister praised their “personal relationship” and said the state visit symbolised the closeness of both nations. He also reflected on their joint wreath-laying at Churchill’s statue, calling it a reminder of their enduring bond. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer declines to rule out a wealth tax after Kemi Badenoch accuses him of “flirting” with the idea. The prime minister avoids a direct answer, instead defending Labour’s economic record and criticising past Tory policies. Badenoch warns such a tax would hit savings, pensions and homes, calling it a “tax on aspiration”. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Queen Camilla hosted a reception for the Queen's Nursing Institute of Scotland at the Palace of Holyrood House on Wednesday. The reception was one of several engagements undertaken by Her Majesty as part of Royal Week. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
King Charles and Queen Camilla unveiled a memorial stone in memory of the late Queen Elizabet hII at St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh as part of their visit to Scotland for Royal Week. Their Majesties braved the rain as they carried out several engagements throughout the day, including a visit to the Kirkcaldy War Memorial.
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Queen Camilla officially opened the newly refurbished Ratho Library as part of her visit to Scotland alongside the King for Royal Week. Her Majesty praised the work of the staff in a speech, saying: "What wonderful places libraries are, literally from toddlers to pensioners – they manage to inspire a love of reading of books". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh were seen departing St Paul's Cathedral following a memorial service for the 7/7 terror attacks. Also seen departing the cathedral was Sir Keir Starmer, London Mayor Sadiq Khan and former prime minister Theresa May.
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The King took part in the Ceremony of the Keys in Edinburgh on Tuesday morning to celebrate the beginning of Royal Week in Scotland. The ceremony is the first of several engagements His Majesty is set to attend along with other members of the Royal Family. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch arrives before addressing the Scottish Conservative Party conference in Edinburgh.
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President Macron and his wife Brigitte attended a banquet at Guildhall, hosted by the Lord Mayor and City of London Corporation. They were joined by the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester. The event is part of the French state visit, celebrating ties between the UK and France. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer confirms he stands by Labour’s manifesto pledge not to raise income tax, national insurance or VAT. Asked by Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch in Parliament if the promise still holds, Starmer simply replies: “Yes.” 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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