Sizewell C nuclear power plant construction to cost Ā£38bn as investors sign deal. Chancellor Rachel Reeves said the development would reduce the UKās reliance on āforeign dictatorsā for energy. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Rachel Reeves unveils proposals to reform the UKās financial sector and boost the economy and retail investment. The chancellor was speaking at the annual Financial & Professional Services Dinner at Mansion House in the City of London on Tuesday. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Shadow Business Secretary Andrew Griffith calls on chancellor Rachel Reeves to rule out tax rises on wealth creators ahead of her Mansion House speech this evening ā warning that āanother summer of uncertaintyā is āputting job hiring and investment on holdā. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says it is "clear" she was "upset" at PMQs on Wednesday, adding the reason she was tearful was down to a "personal issue". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Sir Keir Starmer, Rachel Reeves and Wes Streeting tour a health facility in east London, as the government sets out its 10-year plan for the NHS. The chancellor could be seen smiling and laughing with her colleagues, a day after appearing tearful at PMQs. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
England midfielder Ella Toone says the Lionesses are determined to keep fighting as they prepare for Sundayās Euro 2025 final against Spain. Reflecting on two dramatic comeback wins, Toone said: āItās mad... weāve probably given the fans at home heart attacks, but weāve never given up.ā Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Labour MP Stella Creasy has urged Sir Keir Starmer to recognise the state of Palestine now, warning that waiting could end hopes of a two-state solution. One of over 200 MPs to sign a letter to the Prime Minister, Creasy said: āTime is running out for Palestine,ā and called recognition a powerful step towards securing a ceasefire and lasting peace. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
A five-day walkout by resident doctors in England began this morning after talks with the UK Government broke down on Tuesday. Members of the British Medical Association (BMA) are on picket lines across the country demanding a 26% pay rise and better working conditions. Health Secretary Wes Streeting says he and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer are āangry on behalf of patients and other NHS staff.ā Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Security preparations are underway as Donald Trump is set to arrive in Scotland on Friday for a five-day private visit. The former US president will land at Prestwick before heading to his Turnberry golf course. Reactions are divided, with one local saying, āThereās enough trouble in the world without Trump coming to play golf,ā while another praised his investment and job creation in Scotland. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Scotlandās First Minister says he welcomes Donald Trumpās investment but will use the former presidentās visit to raise serious international issues. John Swinney said the suffering in Gaza must end and called for international pressure on Israel to secure a ceasefire, adding that Trumpās trip is a chance to ensure Scotlandās voice is heard on the world stage. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn