Was the Labour attack on Sunak a racist dog whistle?
Paul Goodman
“It’s an enticing theory for Conservatives but, as an old Labour hand put it to me, “I’m afraid that would be to accord this a strategic purpose which has been totally absent”.”
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For the sake of the nation and the party, put Chipping Barnet to the spade
Henry Hill
“It is absurd for even diehard NIMBYs to let London overspill undermine the Tory vote across the South East. There is a bargain to be struck.”
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Raab’s departure is a triumph for the Blob – and a lesson in how to be a modern minister
William Atkinson
“Whether the ex-Deputy Prime Minister is a habitual rotter who has received his just deserts, or a hard-working minister bullied out of office by snowflake civil servants, depends first on your opinion of the man, and then on how you define bullying. ”
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The local elections. National planning requirements clash in rural Essex with what voters want
Andrew Gimson
“George Smith, the local Conservative leader, expects to beat Residents for Uttlesford, but faces acutely difficult decisions about how many houses to build.”
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Direct rule continues in Liverpool. But where is the backlash?
Harry Phibbs
“The Commissioners have restored good order. But they have failed to tackle profligate municipal spending and the high Council Tax burden on residents that results from it.”
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Greggs vs the Met is a bleak illustration of our pro-stagnation state
Georgia L. Gilholy
“It is absurd that a business in central London entertainment district should need to demonstrate “exceptional need” to sell hot food at night.”
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To win the race in 2024, Sunak will have to do more than slow and steady
Peter Franklin
“His laudable focus on immediate priorities cannot forever excuse failing to address the big strategic challenges facing Britain.”
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The plans for parliamentary seat selections that we’re announcing today
Greg Hands MP
“Local associations want to be able to select parliamentary candidates as early as possible. I completely agree. Therefore, I am delighted to announce that the first tranche of constituencies is being advertised today.”
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We must make owners responsible for the actions of violent dogs
Anna Firth MP
“Irresponsible dog ownership is a growing and serious problem. Not only has there been a huge increase in both fatal and non-fatal dog attacks, but the number of out-of-control dogs attacking other dogs has also skyrocketed.”
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Alexander Stafford MP
“Later today, I will be presenting the Public Office (Child Sexual Abuse) Bill to close this abhorrent loophole and bar anyone who has facilitated, enabled, or turned a blind eye to child sexual abuse from holding any public office, position of authority, or job paid by taxpayer funds.”