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In the latest round of voting, Mel Stride has been eliminated from the Conservative leadership contest, leaving Robert Jenrick, Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly, and Tom Tugendhat as the final four candidates. The next stage will occur at the party conference later this month, where they will present their visions to party members.
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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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Starting April 2025, the UK will require most overseas visitors, including transit passengers at Heathrow, to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for a fee of £10. This policy, supported by the Labour government, may deter travelers and harm the airport's competitiveness compared to other global hubs.
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The UK government has suspended 30 arms export licenses to Israel, citing concerns over potential violations of international humanitarian law amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This decision has sparked significant backlash from Israeli officials and UK political figures, highlighting the contentious nature of arms sales in conflict zones.
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On September 2, 2024, the UK government announced a suspension of 30 arms export licenses to Israel, citing a clear risk of violations of international humanitarian law. This decision follows a review of Israel's military actions in Gaza, raising concerns over civilian casualties and humanitarian access.
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The Conservative leadership race is heating up as candidates debate immigration policies, particularly regarding the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). Robert Jenrick and Tom Tugendhat advocate for leaving the ECHR to address immigration issues, while Kemi Badenoch and James Cleverly criticize this approach as overly simplistic. The party seeks to regain voter trust after recent electoral losses.
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In the ongoing Conservative leadership contest, Robert Jenrick leads with 28 votes, while Priti Patel has been eliminated. The contest coincides with the release of the Grenfell Tower inquiry report, which found systemic failures leading to the tragedy that claimed 72 lives in 2017. Angela Rayner is also proposing changes to housing policy.
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Following the first round of voting, five candidates remain in the Conservative leadership race to replace Rishi Sunak. Robert Jenrick leads with 33 votes, followed by Kemi Badenoch, James Cleverly, and Tom Tugendhat. The next round will reduce the field to two candidates, with the winner announced on November 2.
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Robert Jenrick leads the Conservative leadership race after the first round of voting, securing 28 votes. Kemi Badenoch follows with 22 votes, while Priti Patel has been eliminated. The party conference will showcase the remaining candidates as they vie for leadership ahead of the final vote on November 2.