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Boris Johnson’s move to extend tariffs on imported steel by two years — a probable breach of World Trade Organisation rules — was welcomed by protectionist MPs from both sides of the political aisle. Industry also predictably lauded the decision, saying it will be protected from artificially cheap imports. Much like fishing, steel carries with it a disproportionate amount of political focus compared to its size — in 2020 the £2bn it contributed to the economy was the equivalent of just 0.1pc of total economic output and 1.2pc of manufacturing. But as the industry likes to point out: everything is made of steel. The metal goes into cars, aircraft, new buildings and the machinery that forms almost everything else. Without it, steel insiders say the logic of having a manufacturing industry in the UK would be considerably weaker — a fact that will not be lost on the Prime Minister. The move was pegged as an effort to “protect the steel sector”, Trade Secretary Anne-Marie … [Read more...] about With the Tories in turmoil, steel helps Boris Johnson show his mettle

SIR – Although it may be theoretical at present, I would be interested to know what an insurance premium for a cyclist might be under the system proposed (Tim Franey, Letters, June 27) . I find myself sceptical of both drivers’ and cyclists’ groups as they argue about who is at fault for various conflicts. I could, however, trust an actuarial calculation of risk, expressed as the cold, hard cost for insuring a cyclist. A comparison of the annual average premiums might prove illuminating. Adam Herrick SIR – Many cyclists are fully insured, my own annual premium being almost as much as my car insurance. I would also gladly display a bicycle licence plate were it the law, but how would such legislation be enforced – and how would it reach the children and young adults who use bikes for fun and exercise but often cause mayhem on footpaths as well as local roads? Rosie Harden-Vane SIR – Tim Franey writes to suggest that cycles should carry number plates. But what … [Read more...] about Letters: Make cyclists have insurance and number plates, and ban headphones

For Life: ABC release teaser trailer for second season Don't miss the best new TV releases for 2022 and behind the scenes 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 Top Boy's Nicholas Pinnock stars as Aaron Wallace in For Life on ABC . Wallace is loosely based on lawyer Isaac Wright Jr but who is he? Express.co.uk has everything you need to know. Trending Who is Isaac Wright Jr? Isaac Wright Jr is an American lawyer from Moncks Corner, South Carolina. In 1991, he was wrongly convicted on drug charges and sentenced to life in prison. Prior to his arrest, Wright was a music producer and co-created the girl group Cover Girls. During his time in prison, Wright trained as a paralegal and even helped … [Read more...] about For Life season 2: Who is Isaac Wright Jr? The true story behind For Life

R Kelly's musical accomplishments have been accompanied by a long history of allegations that he sexually abused women and children. Now the R&B singer has been sentenced to spend the next three decades behind bars. A jury found Kelly guilty in September of sex trafficking charges. While Kelly, born Robert Sylvester Kelly, has vehemently denied the allegations, his accusers testified in detail that he subjected them to perverse and sadistic whims when they were underage. Kelly still faces a trial in Chicago in the US on charges of child pornography and obstruction of justice. READ MORE: R&B superstar R. Kelly convicted in sex trafficking trial R. Kelly 'demanded complete obedience', prosecutors in sex trial say Years in the making, R. Kelly sex abuse trial gets underway R Kelly's lawyers request to be taken off case ahead of trial R Kelly seeks release from prison because of coronavirus risk A timeline of Kelly’s life through his rise and fall as a … [Read more...] about R. Kelly timeline: A downfall three decades in the making

LAHORE:   Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Sardar Ayaz Sadiq on Sunday criticised PTI Chairman Imran Khan regarding the Toshakhana controversy, and said that a reference has been filed in this regard and submitted to the speaker of the National Assembly. "The speaker will announce a decision within 30 days, after which the reference will be forwarded to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP)," he maintained while addressing a press conference in Lahore along with  Minister for Railways Khawaja Saad Rafique. Sadiq said that the previous government had inflicted "considerable damage to the country's economy by not signing agreements to purchase oil at cheaper rates." He also said that the coalition government will  "block the way of those who want to spread chaos in the country." Sadiq further added that during Khan's tenure, the country's foreign relations were damaged because "all the countries had reservations about the then government." The minister also said that … [Read more...] about Reference against Toshakhana controversy submitted to NA speaker: Ayaz Sadiq