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Protesters interrupt speeches by Braverman and Rees-Mogg at conservatism conference
Conservative divisions over the rising level of legal immigration have been on full public display – as the Home Secretary Suella Braverman told a conference of Tory activists that the level of mass migration to the UK was unsustainable.
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UK competition watchdog launches investigation into impact of artificial intelligence
The competition watchdog has launched an investigation into the impact of artificial intelligence. The Competition and Markets Authority says it will look into the effect of AI on consumers, businesses and the economy and whether new controls are needed.
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Channel 4 News launches permanent Leeds newsroom as it becomes the first prime time news programme to co-present from two locations
Channel 4 News today launches its permanent newsroom in Leeds, with the daily bulletin set to be delivered from two national newsrooms as the broadcaster expands its commitment to nations and regions coverage.
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Printworks: London famous nightclub has final show
More than a dozen hospitality venues in Britain are closing down every day – as businesses struggle to cope with the downturn in the economy and soaring energy bills.
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Rishi Sunak defends plan to make pupils study maths until 18
Rishi Sunak defended his plan to make all students in England study maths until the age of 18 – although he admitted that more teachers would need to be recruited.
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UK set to be one of worst performing economies this year, IMF warns
The UK is set to be one of the world’s worst performing major economies this year, according to the International Monetary Fund.
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FactCheck: how much has junior doctors’ pay fallen and what pay rise do they want?
Thousands of junior doctors in England are on strike this week over pay. But how much has junior doctors’ pay fallen – and how does it compare to other parts of the health service? FactCheck takes a look.
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Foreign demand for UK goods contracts for 14th month in a row
Foreign demand for UK manufactured goods has contracted for the 14th month in a row, according to the latest Purchasing Managers Index published this morning. Falling new export orders in March are “a significant drain on demand” according to Rob Dobson of S&P Global Intelligence, who put together the survey, “offsetting signs of a modest…
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‘False narrative’ that carbon capture can offset new oil fields says net zero review chair
We spoke to the Conservative MP Chris Skidmore.
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Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin talks up Russia’s nuclear capabilities
The Russian president admitted today that sanctions over his war in Ukraine are having a negative effect on the Russian economy.
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UK interest rates hiked to 4.25% after surprise inflation rise
Interest rates have gone up to 4.25% – their highest level in 15 years.
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“The consulting industry has infantilised government” – economist Mariana Mazzucato on governments taking back control
Economist Mariana Mazzacuto joins Krishnan Guru-Murthy on Ways to Change the World to discuss how economic theory can streamline everything from school lunches to handling a pandemic, and the link between knife crime and the economy.
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What’s in the chancellor’s £22 billion budget?
So what makes up Jeremy Hunt’s £22 billion package of government spending and tax breaks?
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What to expect from tomorrow’s budget
One big chance to win back voters – not just in the Red Wall but across the country – could come tomorrow when the Chancellor will present his budget.
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Channel 4 News to launch Leeds data and digital FactCheck unit as key editorial appointments are confirmed
Channel 4 News has today announced the promotion of Ciaran Jenkins to Data Correspondent and Presenter, based in Leeds and leading a vital new specialism for the flagship daily bulletin. The announcement comes as the programme prepares to launch its brand new Leeds studio this Spring, making the city a focal point for data journalism…