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BBC Breakfast: Naga grills Nadine Dorries on NHS pay Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top politics stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The Government's Nadine Dorries has been doing the media rounds on the BBC, defending the decision to only give NHS nurses a one percent pay rise next year. The Opposition has claimed the broadcaster rejected requests to interview a member of Labour's top team to give their response to the issue. Related articles Angela Rayner on brink as Keir Starmer called on to 'overhaul' Left EU bitterness exposed: Brussels has 136 legal actions against UK The Labour Party's press office said: "The BBC’s flagship breakfast shows refused to take a member of … [Read more...] about BBC backlash: Labour turns on broadcaster over claim MP was snubbed for interview

The head of the Army today says the UK must be ready for war with Russia. Four months on from Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, General Sir Patrick Sanders is set to compare the assault to the rise of Nazi Germany . He will say that Britain is facing its "1937 moment" and must be ready to "fight and win" to ward off the threat from Russia. In his first public speech as Chief of the General Staff , Sir Patrick will say the UK must be prepared to "act rapidly" to contain Russian expansionism. Nato last night pledged to massively increase its forces available on high alert to more than 300,000 troops, a more-than seven-fold increase. Sir Patrick's intervention is likely to put pressure on Mr Johnson to maintain the size of the Armed Forces after plans were announced to reduce troop numbers in a move to a more modern military. Defence editor Danielle Sheridan reports that, in a separate speech today, Ben Wallace, the Defence Secretary, is to call for increased … [Read more...] about Tuesday morning news briefing: General says UK must be ready for war

Petrol prices: RAC spokesperson reacts to criticism from The AA Sign up for FREE driving tips, latest models and breaking news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info The price of petrol has soared in recent months with prices reaching nearly £2 per litre in some parts of the UK. Motorists have been spending considerably more on filling up their vehicle, with the average cost of a 55 litre family car reaching more than £100 for the first time ever currently. Related articles New driving laws to be introduced in July will affect all UK motorists 'Perfect time to sell!' Drivers told to take advantage of wait times How expensive is petrol where you live? The cheapest place to buy petrol on average in … [Read more...] about Cheapest petrol UK – how expensive is petrol in your area?

The Queen has made her second appearance of the day as she triggered the lighting of the principal Jubilee beacon at Windsor Castle. At the same time thousands of beacons were lit in villages, towns and cities across the UK to honour the Queen's 70-year reign. Her Majesty started the ceremony from the quadrangle at Windsor Castle, with the Duke of Cambridge representing his grandmother, alongside other members of the Royal Family, at Buckingham Palace, the site of the "Tree of Trees" principal beacon. Although traditionally the principal beacon would be set on fire, this year it took the form of a near-70ft light installation. At Windsor Castle, the Queen, wearing a green jacket, gloves and glasses, pressed the quadrangle to start the lighting of the Jubilee. As she walked from the castle's sovereign entrance into the Quadrangle, the Queen was greeted by more than 100 people who live within the walls of the royal home and were invited to the event. Chief Yeoman … [Read more...] about Platinum Jubilee: Queen triggers lighting of Jubilee beacons across UK

BUCKINGHAM Palace is set to become a stage alive with music for the Platinum Party at the Palace. Artists from across the UK and the world will come together to celebrate the Queen and her 70th Jubilee . What time is the Platinum Party at The Palace? The Platinum Party at the Palace takes place on Saturday, June 4, right in the middle of all the Jubilee celebrations . It will begin at 7.30pm and last until 10.30pm, featuring lots of artists. This unique event takes place as part of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday celebrations. It is the second to last of the major Jubilee events, with the Platinum Jubilee Pageant on Sunday, June 5, 2022. READ MORE ON THE JUBILEE GARTER DAY Her Majesty leads Garter service & stunned fans all say same thing royal rant This Morning's Matthew Wright slammed as he brands Queen's Jubilee 'a disgrace' How to watch the Platinum Party at The Palace? … [Read more...] about What time is the Platinum Party at The Palace and how to watch on BBC?

NHS pay: Sophy Ridge grills Lisa Nandy on Labour’s stance Sign up for FREE for the latest news from the world of showbiz SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Nurses have been offered a one percent increase whilst most of the public sector is facing a pay freeze. The Government is trying to reverse the economic damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic and associated shutdown. Related articles Sophy Ridge skewers Gavin Williamson ‘You're just prepping a U-turn?' NHS pay rise: Organiser of protest fined £10,000 for lockdown breach However Labour has termed the offer “reprehensible” and demanded it be increased. There are fears of strike action led by trade unions representing nurses. … [Read more...] about Piers Morgan predicts Boris Johnson is poised to make another u-turn over NHS pay chaos

By Kathryn Snowdon & Paul Seddon Published 6 hours ago Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Six new claims of inappropriate behaviour by former deputy chief whip Chris Pincher have emerged, days after he was suspended as a Tory MP after allegations he groped two men. The fresh allegations stretch back over several years. Mr Pincher - who represents Tamworth in Staffordshire - says he is seeking professional medical support and has no intention of resigning as an MP. He did not respond to the BBC but denied the allegations to newspapers. Mr Pincher, 52, quit as Tory deputy chief whip on Thursday after allegedly groping two men at the Carlton Club in London on Wednesday evening. Prime Minister Boris Johnson had appointed him to the role, which involves ensuring party discipline among Tory MPs, during a cabinet reshuffle in February. Work and Pensions … [Read more...] about Chris Pincher: New claims emerge against former Tory MP

Boris Johnson is facing a Cabinet backlash over his handling of allegations against Chris Pincher, amid anger among ministers at being asked to defend the affair. Speaking to The Telegraph on Sunday night, sources close to three Cabinet ministers criticised the Prime Minister’s decision to appoint Mr Pincher to the role of deputy chief whip and expressed dismay at having to publicly answer questions about what Mr Johnson knew about claims of sexual impropriety. Comparing the situation to the sleaze scandals that dogged the latter years of the Major government, one said: “It just increases the feeling that we are in late John Major-era territory even more – when you are trying to appease people, you are more inclined to turn blind eye to bad behaviour.” They added that Mr Johnson was in the “completely invidious position” of trying to placate his allies because he did not want to “lose their support”. The source added that: “My understanding from ministers is there is a … [Read more...] about Boris Johnson facing Cabinet backlash over Chris Pincher sex pest allegations

Heathrow has been hit by another day of travel chaos with hundreds of passengers left without luggage and caught up in lengthy queues. Huge lines were seen snaking around the outside of the London airport this morning, as it continues to be hit by staffing shortages. One traveller described the "chaos" and "lengthy wait times" at Terminal 2, saying there "simply is not enough space to queue". Tensions appeared to boil over at one point, with "some flare-ups" being reported between the public and stressed-out staff. Airlines were even forced to "fish" customers out of security queues for final calls, said another passenger, who spent two and a half hours waiting inside the airport. Footage capturing "hundreds of cases" piled up at baggage reclaim, which is the responsibility of the airlines and their ground handlers, was also posted to Twitter this morning. It is the third day in a row that Heathrow has faced delays, after travellers compared the scenes to something out … [Read more...] about Heathrow chaos as hundreds lose luggage and airlines ‘fish passengers out of queues’

Grant Shapps clashes with host over ‘optional’ travel advice Sign up for our news briefing, including a daily special Russia-Ukraine edition SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Stanley Johnson has been criticised by MPs after flying to Greece despite Government advice urging Britons against all but essential international travel. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps argued Boris Johnson 's father was within his right to travel abroad. He insisted that he will have to quarantine for 14 days on his return as Greece is not on the UK's list of safe countries. Trending Speaking to Sky News, Mr Shapps said: "When you say restrictions, he will have ignored travel advice, not restrictions. "The advice says you have to make … [Read more...] about ‘It’s optional?!’ Sky News host loses it with Shapps over No10’s COVID-19 travel advice