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A policy that benefited the richest and cost the UK £100bn: it's long past time to end the fuel duty freeze | Larry Elliott
The Guardian
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August 14, 2025
Nothing speaks so eloquently of the rundown state of Britain than potholes on the roads. Motorists rightly complain of the damage caused to their vehicles. Cyclists risk serious injury every time they mount their bikes. Increased road use from a...
Rachel Reeves is recklessly stamping on growth after draining UK economy's tank
Daily Express
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August 14, 2025
The sense of decline that has gripped Britain is clear to see when there is relief the economy grew by 0.3% in the first three months of the year instead of a mere 0.1%. Confidence is an economy’s rocket fuel – and Chancellor Rachel Reeves has...
Richard Tice drops huge clue Reform UK is no longer just a protest vote
Daily Express
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August 14, 2025
As Reform UK looks to flesh out its foreign policy agenda, deputy leader Richad Tice came out swinging this week against Communist China and its ally Mauritius. Speaking to the Latika Takes podcast for The Nightly, Tice called out the Chinese...
DWP issues 1 week warning to get £150 discount this winter
MyLondon
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August 18, 2025
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a reminder to households that they have just one week left to carry out a simple check that could entitle them to a £150 reduction on their energy bill this winter. This is part of the Warm...
‘Time running out’ to help Gazan students blocked from UK study
University of Nottingham
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August 13, 2025
The UK government has been accused of “running down the clock” as Gazan students face a nervous wait to see if they can take up their offers at UK universities in time for the start of the academic year, with many of those affected unlikely to be...
UK nuclear projects stalled by red tape, report finds
The Engineer
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August 12, 2025
In its first report published yesterday (August 11, 2025), the taskforce said a ‘radical reset’ is needed to speed up nuclear projects and encourage more companies to build in Britain. The taskforce was announced by the prime minister in February...
Ball in Iran’s court as risk of snapback sanctions approaches, UK says
Iran International
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August 14, 2025
In a joint letter to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the Security Council, the three countries confirmed they are prepared to trigger the snapback mechanism if diplomatic efforts stall. “We have made it clear that if Iran is not willing...
Conservative MP Helps Coal Mining Firm Sue UK Government in Secretive ‘Corporate Court’
Byline Times
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August 14, 2025
Support our mission to provide fearless stories about and outside the media system Packed with exclusive investigations, analysis, and features Keir Starmer’s Government is being sued in a ‘corporate court’ by a Singapore based investor in the...
Energy consultancy secures NPIF II funding to support major contract with US soft drinks brand
Yorkshire Business Insider
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John Swallow (centre) with (l-r) Moustafa Elgendy from the Department for Business and Trade, Gary Whitaker and My-Ha Hoang from Mercia Debt and Maddie Goddard of Test Consulting (image credit: Mercia) A Leeds-based energy consultancy that...
Join govt effort to make social housing energy efficient
Government News
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August 14, 2025
A joint state and federal government project aims to upgrade thousands of social housing homes in New South Wales. The aim of the project – which partners with 22 community housing providers across the state – is to improve energy efficiency in...
Jinnah Plot, Gandhi's Fight, Nehru's Destiny: British Raj's Final 24 Hours
Zee News
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As India gets ready to celebrate its 79th year of independence, the exuberance of freedom is interwoven with the sweet-sour memories of a divided nation. On August 14, 1947, at sunrise over Karachi, Lord Louis Mountbatten's plane landed, sending...
RES secures flagship UK battery storage operations and maintenance contract
Energy Global
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August 14, 2025
RES has secured a major operations and maintenance (O&M) contract for the Staythorpe battery energy storage system (BESS) in Nottinghamshire, UK. The contract was awarded by Elements Green, a leading European clean technology developer, marking a...
Aimed at settling Ukraine war: Trump vows not to be intimidated ahead of Putin summit
RTL Today
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August 14, 2025
US President Donald Trump insisted Thursday he would not be intimidated by Russian leader Vladimir Putin on the eve of a high-stakes summit and said Ukraine would be involved in any deal on its fate. Putin flies to Alaska on Friday at the...
Indian Oil likely to report better refining performance, marketing margins in Q1 FY26
The Hindu Business Line
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August 14, 2025
State-run Indian Oil Corporation (IoC) on Thursday is expected to report better performance during Q1 FY26 aided by an improvement in refining performance and better marketing margins coupled with a decline in LPG under recoveries. Analysts expect...
Solar for Good: How a Norfolk charity turned clean energy into community support
PV Tech
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At Centre 81, a community organization supporting disabled and disadvantaged adults in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, solar energy is now helping sustain essential care services. By installing a 60kWp rooftop PV system using 96 AIKO COMET 625 Wp...
Origin Energy FY25 result: Profit rises, dividend up as renewables and customer base grow
The Motley Fool Australia
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August 13, 2025
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Why Scotland's night-time economy must be safeguarded for future generations
The Herald (Scotland)
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August 14, 2025
A detailed plan for action, dubbed the Northern Lights Manifesto, has been tabled by The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) Scotland, setting out no fewer than 31 “ambitious, urgent and actionable recommendations to safeguard and transform...
Students find purpose, clear path forward at Ayala Group internship
Mindanao Times
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August 18, 2025
19 AT 18, William Openshaw, a geography student from the University of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom, used to be unsure what he wanted to do next. He knew his interests—design and urban planning—but he hadn’t decided what path to take after...
Lord Shiva Chant Acted As Motivation Behind Team India's Thrilling Oval Win Vs England: Report
Times Now
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August 14, 2025
Lord Shiva Chant Acted As Motivation Behind Team India's Thrilling Oval Win Vs England: Report Photo : AP India registered a monumental 2-2 series draw against England in England, which can be regarded as one of the best Test series results for...
Britain's new 'Wild West': This seaside resort was loved by families...but now three historic hotels shut to house migrants are stoking a feeling of unease
Daily Mail
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August 12, 2025
It's the south coast tourist mecca, famed for attracting tourists, partying students, families and stag dos seeking a relaxing seaside staycation. But Bournemouth has become Britain's new 'Wild West', with locals avoiding parts of the town at...