It’s time to address this leading cause of death: COPD – POLITICO

It’s time to address this leading cause of death: COPD – POLITICO

As a global patient advocate, I would say yes. But the reality is that it’s not. At least not today. I’m talking about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. And it’s time to make it a global priority. COPD kills more people yearly than lung and breast cancer combined and is predicted to cost the … Read more

UK looking at tighter outdoor smoking rules, Starmer confirms – POLITICO

UK looking at tighter outdoor smoking rules, Starmer confirms – POLITICO

“We are going to take decisions in this space. More details will be revealed, but this is a preventable series of deaths and we’ve got to take the action to reduce the burden on the NHS and reduce the burden on the taxpayer,” Starmer told the BBC when asked about the reports. The measures could … Read more

Labour’s election policy positions, tracked

Labour’s election policy positions, tracked

Last updated Thursday June 13. LONDON — With a July 4 election looming, the ruling Conservatives and opposition Labour Party — 22 points ahead in the polls — have both now launched their manifestos. The process has been radically different for each. While the Conservatives’ was penned by a tight-knit group of aides, Labour’s was … Read more

Britain’s Conservatives just agreed the world’s toughest smoking ban. Tory MPs hate it – POLITICO

Britain’s Conservatives just agreed the world’s toughest smoking ban. Tory MPs hate it – POLITICO

Blue fury In the event, 59 Tory MPs voted against the measure at its second reading Tuesday night. Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch — seen as a key contender to become the next leader should the Tories lose the election — was among those in Sunak’s own ministerial ranks voting against the bill, citing what she … Read more

UK Budget 2024: All the highlights

UK Budget 2024: All the highlights

LONDON — Jeremy Hunt rolled the pre-election dice Wednesday. The U.K. chancellor delivered a budget full of measures aimed at boosting Britain’s sluggish growth and reversing his party’s electoral fortunes. In doing so, he parked a fair few tanks on the opposition Labour Party’s lawn ahead of a nationwide battle for Downing Street later this … Read more