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Sue Gray, chief of staff to Labour leader Keir Starmer, is under scrutiny due to reports of tensions within the government. Starmer defended her against negative briefings while Gray continues to play a pivotal role in Labour's administration. This follows her controversial past as the investigator of the Partygate scandal.
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The UK government has introduced the Renters' Rights Bill, aiming to ban no-fault evictions and enhance tenant protections. Key provisions include outlawing rental bidding wars and preventing discrimination against tenants on benefits. The bill is expected to be debated in Parliament soon, with hopes for implementation by summer 2025.
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The final report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, released on September 5, 2024, highlights systemic failures in the construction industry and regulatory bodies that led to the 2017 fire, which killed 72 people. The report implicates multiple companies and calls for accountability and reform in building safety standards.
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The UK state pension is projected to rise by approximately £460 annually from April 2025, based on a 4% increase in average earnings. This adjustment follows the government's commitment to the triple lock system, which guarantees pension increases based on earnings, inflation, or a minimum of 2.5%.