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At the Liberal Democrats' conference, Daisy Cooper criticized Conservative leadership candidates for focusing on niche culture war issues instead of pressing public concerns like healthcare. Meanwhile, Sir Ed Davey emphasized the need for reform and investment in the NHS, positioning the Lib Dems as a constructive opposition to the government.
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On the 10th anniversary of Scotland's independence referendum, Nicola Sturgeon expressed optimism for Scotland's future as an independent nation. She highlighted a potential shift in UK governance, including Irish reunification and greater autonomy for Wales, while reflecting on the challenges faced since the 2014 vote.
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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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The UK government is advancing legislation to abolish hereditary peerages in the House of Lords, aiming to remove the remaining 92 hereditary peers by summer 2025. This reform is part of a broader effort to modernize the UK's legislative framework and address issues of privilege and representation.