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Badenoch: Conservatives will win back the British people

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Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch acknowledges that it will take time for her leadership to ‘bed in’ and win back support among voters. The Conservative leader recognised that it is natural for frustrated voters to protest vote, and that it was a “very competitive political environment”, but insisted she would win support with “authentic conservatism”. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Conservatives slam Labour's approach to economy

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Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch criticises Rachel Reeves' approach to the economy, claiming the Labour have eroded business confidence. She insists the government should listen to businesses rather than regulators. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Labour call for tech giants to remove dangerous content

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves calls on tech companies to take responsibility and remove harmful online content, following the Southport trial. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Rachel Reeves: I'm determined on growth

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves criticises previous governments for failing to tackle economic stagnation as she vows to implement planning, regulatory, and pension reforms to stimulate growth. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

'Justice has been done after senseless act of negligence'

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Kerrie Hoath, the step-grandmother of four boys who were killed in a fire in a locked house, has said "justice has been done" after their mother, Deveca Rose, was sentenced to 10 years in jail over the deaths. Hoath called the tragedy a "senseless act of negligence". Rose, 30, had left her two sets of twins whilst she went shopping when a fire ripped through their Sutton home on 16 December 2021. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Storm Eowyn batters Troon, Scotland as thousands lose power

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Waves crashed at the harbour, damage was dealt to buildings and streets were flooded as Storm Eowyn battered Troon in Scotland. Hurricane force winds posing danger to life have hit the UK, as millions of people have been urged to stay at home during Storm Eowyn. Rail services, flights and ferries have been axed, and rare red weather warnings are in place on Friday in Scotland and Northern Ireland, as winds of up to 100mph have swept the country. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Storm Eowyn: Record-breaking 180km/h gusts batter Galway

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Hurricane force winds posing danger to life have hit the UK and Ireland, as millions of people have been urged to stay at home during Storm Eowyn. Gusts reached a record-breaking 183km/h in Galway, Ireland. Rail services, flights and ferries have been axed, and rare red weather warnings are in place on Friday in Scotland and Northern Ireland, as powerful winds swept the country. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Mother jailed for 10yrs over deaths of her four sons in fire

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A mother whose four young boys died in a house fire whilst she went shopping has been sentenced to 10 years in prison. Judge Mark Lucraft KC labelled the incident which killed Deveca Rcose's children, who were two sets of twins, as "deeply tragic". Rose was found guilty of four counts of manslaughter following a trial at the Old Bailey last autumn but was cleared of a single count of child cruelty. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Healey: I hope Southport killer spends whole life in prison

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John Healey has said he hopes the Southport killer will spend the rest of his life behind bars following his sentencing of 52 years in prison. The defence secretary echoed Keir Starmer's response that "nothing is off the table" in possible reforms to sentencing and preventative procedures concerning attacks. Speaking at the Rolls-Royce nuclear reactor factory in Derby, Healey announced a £9bn deal for nuclear submarine reactors between the firm and the Ministry of Defence; the biggest ever between the two. Healey dismissed concerns over Trump's leadership, stating "America has always been the UK's closest security ally". Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Prosecutor condemns killer’s cowardice in Southport murders

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Axel Rudakubana, 18, was jailed for life with a 52-year minimum for murdering three young girls in Southport. Prosecutor Sarah Hammond condemned his refusal to face victims’ families at court, calling it “cowardice,” and praised Merseyside Police for their “perseverance” in handling the “chilling” case to achieve justice for the devastated families. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Southport child-killer jailed for at least 52 years

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Southport child-killer Axel Rudakubana is likely to die in jail after being sentenced to a minimum of 52 years. Sentencing the 18-year-old at Liverpool Crown Court, Mr Justice Goose said Rudakubana would serve nearly his entire life in custody for the ‘sadistic’ murder of three girls. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Chilling Footage: Southport Killer Moments Before Taylor Swift Dance Class Attack

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New footage has emerged of Southport murderer Axel Rudakubana hours before his attack. The 18-year-old was captured arriving at a Taylor Swift-themed holiday party. Moments later, he entered the dance studio, and screams were heard. Rudakubana has now been jailed for life with a minimum term of 52 years. Report by Ahmads. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Axel Rudakubana arrives at court ahead of sentencing

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A prison van believed to contain Axel Rudakubana arrives at Liverpool Crown Court for his sentencing after he admitted the murders of three girls at a dance class in Southport. The 18-year-old pleaded guilty to all 16 offences he faced on the first day of his trial at Liverpool Crown Court on Monday. Alice da Silva Aguiar, nine, Bebe King, six, and Elsie Dot Stancombe, seven, died following the attack at the Taylor Swift-themed class in The Hart Space in the seaside town. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Fewer legal challenges to major infrastructure projects

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Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has defended plans to curb legal challenges delaying major infrastructure projects. The reforms scrap the written stage of judicial reviews and block "totally without merit" cases from reaching the Court of Appeal. Number 10 said the changes target “hopeless” challenges, aiming to cut delays and costs for projects like nuclear plants, wind farms, and roads. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Minister rules out UK joining pan-Europe trade agreement

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Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has confirmed the UK is not looking to join the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention, which enables tariff-free trade across Europe and parts of North Africa. While dismissing the arrangement, he reiterated the Government's aim for a "closer relationship with our European partners" in post-Brexit trade. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Scenes of joy as Trump frees jailed January 6 rioters

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More of the convicted Capitol rioters who President Trump has taken to calling hostages have been celebrating their release, on his orders. Donald Trump signed an executive order that pardoned 1,500 of those convicted over offences connected to the storming of the Capitol on January 6, 2021. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Reeves hails 'special and strong' relations with US

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The chancellor has said she believes trade with the US could "increase again", as it did last time Donald Trump was in office, despite fears of possible trade tariffs. Reeves hailed the "special and strong" relationship with the US, citing trade between the two nations, which worth an estimated £300bn a year. This comes after president Donald Trump threatened levies on imports from the EU and increased tariffs on other countries. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

'We see you': UK warning after Russian spy ship spotted

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The Royal Navy has been monitoring a Russian spy ship which entered British waters earlier this week, defence secretary John Healey told the Commons. Healey said he wanted Putin to know "we see you, we know what you're doing and we will not shy away from robust action to protect this country". It's the second time the Russian vessel, named Yantar, was used for intelligence gathering in British waters in recent months. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Harry settlement 'humiliating and embarrassing' for The Sun

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A campaign group calling for reform of UK press-regulation has said it's a "humiliating and embarrassing" day for The Sun after they apologised for "seriously intruding" into Prince Harry's personal life. The board director of Hacked Off, Emma Jones, called for a police investigation following the "monumental decision". The settlement comes after a long-running legal dispute between the Duke of Sussex and News Group Newspapers (NGN) over privacy invasion. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Boy, 14, arrested over child’s death and pensioner’s assault

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A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of a 12-year-old boy in Birmingham. Police said the 14-year-old was also arrested in connection with an assault on an 80-year-old woman which occurred just two days before. The 12-year-old victim was stabbed in the stomach at about 3.40pm on Tuesday in Hall Green and died a few hours later after being found by members of the public. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Police attend scene of Birmingham teen murder

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Police officers attend the scene after a teenager was arrested on suspicion of murdering a 12-year-old boy in Birmingham. He is also being held in connection with an assault on an elderly woman in the same area of the city on Sunday. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Badenoch calls Starmer's schools bill an 'act of vandalism'

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Kemi Badenoch has called Starmer's Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill as an "act of vandalism" during a clash in PMQs. The Conservative leader claims the bill will cut pay for 20,000 teachers and "definitely" won't benefit children. Starmer hit back at Badenoch's claims, saying the bill will drive up standards by setting up breakfast clubs, limiting expenses of uniforms and protecting children. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Keir Starmer departs Downing Street ahead of PMQs

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer departs 10 Downing Street, London, to attend Prime Minister's Questions at the Houses of Parliament. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

'Monumental victory' for Harry as hacking claim settled

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The Duke of Sussex has settled his legal case against The Sun's publisher over unlawful information-gathering, just before a trial was due to begin. His lawyer, David Sherborne, called the High Court settlement a “monumental victory,” adding that "News UK is finally held to account for its illegal actions and blatant disregard for the law.” Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Lord Watson hails Harry's 'bravery and astonishing courage'

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Former Labour deputy leader Lord Tom Watson hailed Prince Harry's 'bravery and astonishing courage' after the Duke of Sussex settled his legal action against The Sun. Harry and Lord Watson brought legal action against News Group Newspapers (NGN) over allegations of unlawful information gathering by journalists and private investigators between 1996-2011. NGN offered Harry and "full and unequivocal apology" in court and will pay "substantial damages". Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Reeves: Our number one mission is to grow the economy

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Rachel Reeves insists economic growth is the British government’s ‘number one mission’. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the new Labour chancellor pointed to new funding for projects at City and Stansted Airports while accusing the previous Conservative government of shying away from ‘crucial infrastructure investment’. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Harry hacking: Prince Harry's barrister arrives at court

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The Duke of Sussex’s barrister David Sherborne arrives at the Royal Courts of Justice in central London, where it is understood the 40-year-old royal has reached an out-of-court settlement with News Group Newspapers, publishers of ‘The Sun’. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Govt: We want power to stop fraudsters driving

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The government are pushing for further powers to crackdown on fraudsters, says to employment minister Alison McGovern. Speaking about privacy concerns regarding the new benefit fraud bill, which could give the government new powers to tackle benefit fraud, the labour minister said she 'more than understands why people are distrustful'. Benefit fraudsters could be banned from driving and subject to bank account snooping if they fail to pay back debts. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Conservatives: Government’s fraud bill doesn't go far enough

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Shadow crime and policing minister Matt Vickers has backed the Government's new fraud and benefits bill, which proposes banning benefit cheats from driving if they refuse to repay money owed. However, Vickers argued the bill doesn’t go far enough, saying that more ambitious measures are needed. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

MP tries to shake off the giggles during Commons speech

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Calvin Bailey experienced a problem that very few other speakers at the Commons can say they've had, a bout of the giggles. The Labour MP tried to shake off a laughing fit as other MP's around him could be seen giggling whilst he was speaking at the House of Commons. The Speaker of the House offered him to take a second to compose himself which he politely refused before finishing off his speech. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM: ‘Grave questions’ to be answered by Southport inquiry

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Sir Keir Starmer has said “nothing will be off the table” as the government today launched an inquiry into the Southport attacks of July 2024. Yesterday, Axel Rudakubana, 18, pleaded guilty at Liverpool Crown Court to the murders of Bebe King, 6, Elsie Dot Stancombe, 7, and Alice da Silva Aguiar, 9. The inquiry will investigate how the state failed to identify the risk posed by Rudakubana, who was referred three times to anti-extremism programme Prevent amid concerns over his fixation with violence. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Heathrow expansion crucial for economy, says Back Heathrow

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Parmjit Dhanda, Executive Director of Back Heathrow, backed the proposed third runway ahead of Rachel Reeves' growth speech, calling it vital for the UK economy and local jobs. He argued it would provide a £61 billion boost and help address stagnation. Dhanda also stressed the project’s commitment to sustainability, including a plan to reduce carbon emissions by 80% through sustainable aviation fuel by 2050. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Philp: Inquiry to reveal the 'truth' about Govt response

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Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp has said that a public inquiry is the correct route to "get to the truth" and see if there were "missed opportunities" to prevent the Southport attacks which left three young girls dead last summer. Philp's comments come after Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended the government's response to the attack after being accused of "withholding information about the perpetrator". The government announced a public inquiry into the Southport attack carried out by Axel Rudakubana, 18, who had previously been referred three times to the government's anti-terror programme, Prevent. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Ministers arrive for cabinet meeting at Downing Street

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Ministers avoid questions from press as they arrive at Downing Street ahead of a cabinet meeting with Sir Keir Starmer. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

CEO of Southern Water arrives ahead of inquiry grilling

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Lawrence Gosden, chief executive of Southern Water, arrives at Parliament ahead of his grilling into water outages and proposed price hikes - in what will be the first session of their 'reforming the water sector' inquiry. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM: Southport attack shows 'terrorism has changed'

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said Britain faces a "new and dangerous threat" in light of the Southport attack in July 2024. Speaking a day after Axel Rudakubana, 18, pleaded guilty to murdering three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class, Starmer warned of the rising threat of 'extreme violence perpetrated by loners, misfits, young men accessing all manner of material'. The Prime Minister added that he would change the law if needed to tackle this new threat. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM: Failure of Southport child-killer case 'leaps off page'

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said the failure of state institutions in the case of child-killer Axel Rudakubana “frankly leaps off the page”. The 18-year-old pleaded guilty on Monday to murdering three girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport, Merseyside, in July. The PM added that the Southport killings “must be a line in the sand for Britain”. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Farage: I genuinely think I could be the next prime minister

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Dan Walker from 5 News speaks to Nigel Farage in Washington DC ahead of Donald Trump’s second inauguration as President of the United States. The Reform UK leader explains why he believes Mr Trump is “what the world needs”, and where he stands with Elon Musk following differences of opinion over Tommy Robinson. When asked if he genuinely thought he could be the next UK prime minister, Mr Farage responded: “Yes, I do.” Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Conservatives ‘anxious’ over remaining Israeli hostages

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Conservative shadow minister Richard Holden says it is “fantastic news” to see British-Israeli national Emily Damari released from captivity in Gaza, but adds that there is “a lot of anxiety there” for the families of the remaining hostages. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Southport attacker arrives at Liverpool Crown Court

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Axel Rudakubana, 18, has pleaded guilty on the first day of his trial at Liverpool Crown Court to murdering three young girls in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

David Lammy ‘welcomes’ election of Donald Trump

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Foreign Secretary David Lammy says he “welcomes the election of Donald Trump” after his Labour colleague and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan warned of a “resurgent fascism” ahead of Trump’s second inauguration as President of the United States. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Minister has ‘every confidence’ US will approve Mandelson

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Cabinet minister Darren Jones says he has “every confidence” that Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to the US will be approved by Donald Trump's team. There were reports in a number of newspapers on Sunday that the Trump administration could be considering not granting approval to Lord Mandelson's new position. The chief secretary to the Treasury also distances the government from comments made by Sir Sadiq Khan where the Mayor of London warned over 'resurgent fascism' ahead of Trump’s inauguration. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Suella Braverman arrives in Washington wearing MAGA cap

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Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman tells Channel 4 News she is “very grateful” for her invite to Donald Trump’s inauguration as she arrives in Washington DC wearing a MAGA cap alongside right-wing commentator and former actor Laurence Fox. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Tories urge government to build on ‘deep’ ties with US

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Dame Priti Patel urges the government to build upon the "deep and enduring" relationship between the US and the UK and “resume talks over a free trade agreement”. Speaking from Washington DC where she will attend Donald Trump’s inauguration the shadow foreign secretary says the prime minister’s non-attendance “might speak to a lack of a relationship” between the president elect and Sir Keir Starmer. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Pro-Palestine rally takes place on Whitehall

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Pro-Palestine protesters held a rally on Whitehall following a police intervention that curtailed organisers' plans for a march past the BBC and near a synagogue. During the rally the crowd chanted "from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free" and "in our thousands in our millions, we are all Palestinians". Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Women’s Rights March takes place in central London

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A women's rights march has taken place in central London, some protesters held anti Donald Trump placards two days before the president elect's inauguration. There are 22 marches planned to take place nationwide. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Mother’s emotional appeal to find Ellis Cox’s killer

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Carolyn Cox emotionally pays tribute to her son six months after his murder saying “he was my baby” on what would have been his 20th birthday. Ellis Cox was shot dead just five minutes from his home in the city on Sunday 23 June 2024 in Liverpool. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer hails 'fantastic' discussions with Tusk and Duda

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Sir Keir Starmer has hailed his "fantastic" discussions with Polish President Andrzej Duda and Prime Minister Donald Tusk and the "growing relationship" between the two countries, on a visit to Poland. Speaking at an event for business leaders at the British embassy in Warsaw, the UK's prime minister added, "our business ties are thriving, bilateral trade is growing fast". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer launches UK-Poland defence pact talks

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced talks on a UK-Poland Defence Treaty during a visit to meet the country’s political leaders. Speaking alongside Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, he announced £4bn in joint air defence projects and the nations' "unbreakable commitment to NATO and Ukraine." Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Polmont YOI failings blamed for student's tragic death

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The mother of Katie Allan, a student who died in Polmont YOI in 2018, criticised the prison system for failing to protect vulnerable inmates. A fatal accident inquiry found systemic failures contributed to Katie’s death, calling for changes to prevent similar tragedies. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn