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Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is under scrutiny for failing to declare gifts from donor Lord Waheed Alli, including clothing and a personal shopper for his wife, Victoria. Following updated advice, Starmer made a late declaration to parliamentary authorities, prompting calls for a full investigation into potential breaches of parliamentary rules.
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Labour's government is under scrutiny for alleged cronyism following the appointment of party donors to key civil service roles. Prime Minister Keir Starmer defends these appointments, while the Conservatives demand transparency regarding the hiring processes. The controversy includes the granting of a Downing Street pass to major donor Lord Waheed Alli and the appointment of Ian Corfield at the Treasury.
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Larry, the 17-year-old Chief Mouser at Downing Street, has been humorously described as a 'miserable' cat by Scottish Secretary Ian Murray. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Keir Starmer's family has welcomed a new Siberian kitten, raising questions about Larry's future role in the household.
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As Prime Minister Keir Starmer navigates a challenging economic landscape, he warns of painful decisions ahead due to a financial deficit inherited from the Conservatives. The government is preparing for tax increases and spending cuts, with a budget announcement scheduled for October 30, 2024.
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Germany's migration commissioner, Joachim Stamp, has proposed utilizing asylum facilities in Rwanda, initially intended for the UK's scrapped migration scheme. This comes amid rising pressure on Germany to address illegal migration, particularly following electoral gains by the far-right AfD party. The German government emphasizes that this would not involve deportations but processing applications under international law.
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Idris Elba participated in the inaugural meeting of the Coalition to Tackle Knife Crime, alongside Sir Keir Starmer and other stakeholders. The coalition aims to address the root causes of knife crime, particularly among youth, and implement stricter regulations on knife sales. The Prime Minister has pledged to halve knife crime over the next decade.