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MPs Face £9bn Westminster Restoration Decision

Controversial plans to restore the crumbling Palace of Westminster are back on the table. MPs will vote on £3bn preparatory works, with full decant costing £9bn. Will MPs ever return if they leave?

Big Pharma's Tax Breaks: Calls for Transparency Grow

Pharmaceutical giants face mounting pressure to justify massive tax incentives amid concerns over NHS funding and pandemic-era profit surges. Westminster demands clarity on whether public investment delivers fair returns.

Labour's Powell attacks Tory 'privilege and chaos'

Shadow Culture Secretary Lucy Powell delivers powerful critique of Conservative 'privilege and chaos' while outlining Labour's vision for stable governance ahead of potential election victory.

Scottish MPs face Grangemouth energy vote ban

Controversial new UK government legislation could prevent Scottish MPs from voting on England's energy matters, sparking constitutional crisis fears and accusations of silencing Scotland's voice.

Westminster pushes nuclear power for Scotland

In a bold move challenging Holyrood's long-standing opposition, Scottish Secretary Alister Jack is spearheading efforts to bring new nuclear power generation to Scotland, arguing it's essential for energy security and net zero ambitions.

Starmer faces Labour rebellion over Gaza stance

Keir Starmer confronts significant Labour dissent as councillors resign over his Israel-Gaza position, while Trump's potential return to White House sparks concern in Westminster.

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