New legislation introduced as part of Labour’s Renters’ Rights Bill seeks to curb excessive demands on tenants by landlords. Under the new rules, landlords are prohibited from requesting more than one month’s rent in advance. Those found violating this policy could face fines of up to £5,000. This move is aimed at addressing long-standing inequalities … Read more
Sky News’ deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Will MPs name the alleged spy who links China with the Royal Family? What did the prime minister know about “H6”? Why can’t they be named? And what does this … Read more
Questions have been raised about the government’s commitment to tackling bureaucratic waste after it emerged that ministers have spent £130,000 ($165,000) on redecorating their offices since coming to power in July. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has also been questioned on her use of a £68,000 ($86,000) taxpayer-funded photographer. The figures came to light after … Read more
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has defended the decision to hire a personal photographer on a taxpayer-funded salary of £68,000, arguing that the role helps ensure public accountability. The move has sparked criticism, particularly as the salary exceeds that of the Prime Minister’s official photographer by £20,000. The Role of Simon Walker Simon Walker, the … Read more
KEY POINTS Speaking in the Commons this week, Housing Secretary Ms Rayner refused to commit to keeping the single-person discount in place. Rumours swirled today that Rayner is also considering scrapping Margaret Thatcher’s Right to Buy scheme. Angela Rayner has sparked outrage after hinting that the single-person council tax exemption could be scrapped. The single-person … Read more
Five years ago this week, in the teeth of the Brexit wars, an outgoing Tory prime minister was looking for a legacy. Theresa May settled on net zero —and now it’s on Labour to keep that target alive. Jun 25 15 mins read Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic … Read more
