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UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for strong winds affecting northern and western Scotland from Thursday evening until Friday morning, with gusts up to 80 mph expected in exposed areas. Further disruptions from heavy rain and
Bournemouth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The A338 Wessex Way in Bournemouth was closed by Dorset Police on November 27, 2025, following a welfare concern involving a woman on a bridge. Emergency services worked to engage with the woman, leading to a prolonged
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Last night, distinguished guests and parliamentarians gathered in the graceful setting of Committee Room 3 in the House of Lords for a discussion on the roles played by Qatar and Egypt in the quest for Middle East peace. Suzanne Evans, renowned campaigner and event Chairman, extended a warm welcome: “My Lords, Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you for joining us in
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UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Number 10 dismisses Commons debate on Prince Andrew, saying royals want MPs to focus on “important issues” despite Jeffrey Epstein scrutiny. As reported by The Independent, Downing Street has ruled out a debate on Prince Andrew, citing
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Number 10 rejects claims that Beijing cash fears triggered the China spy case collapse, saying the CPS acted independently without government involvement. As reported by The Independent, Downing Street denies the government played any role in the
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Business
Reeves unveils major Budget reforms
NIESR warns VAT harms economy
UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – UK bank shares rose over 2% as confidence grew that Chancellor Rachel Reeves’s budget will avoid new tax hikes
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UK energy price cap forecast to drop to £1,725 in January, offering short-term relief before rising nearly £100 in April due to network and
Europe
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Ukraine seeks fair peace terms
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European leaders warn US-Russia peace plan pressures Ukraine to cede territory and halve its army, threatening Kyiv’s sovereignty.
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Health
Smyth warns strikes slowing progress
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Hong Kong (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A devastating fire in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district has left at least 65 dead and 279 people missing, with rescue efforts ongoing amid immense despair for affected families. Authorities announced arrests linked to the fire
Ukraine & Russia (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Ukraine’s military has confirmed successful strikes on a Russian oil refinery in the Krasnodar region and an oil terminal in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk. These attacks are part of Ukraine’s intensified long-range campaign
China escalates tensions with video
Brazil (Parliament Politics Magazine) – A significant fire broke out at the COP30 climate conference venue in Belem, Brazil, causing the evacuation of thousands and major disruption to the summit. Although authorities quickly brought the blaze under control with no reported injuries,
Washington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Donald Trump defended Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman against allegations of involvement in the 2018 killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi during their meeting in Washington, dismissing the U.S. intelligence community’s assertions. Trump described Khashoggi as “extremely
Spain (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Spain arrests 20 suspected operatives linked to Jalisco New Generation Cartel in a major crackdown involving U.S. DEA priority targets, Italian mafia suspects, and a seizure of 1.8 tons of cocaine and other contraband. Concurrently, Spain also
Moscow (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Moscow is drafting proposals under President Vladimir Putin’s order for a possible nuclear test. As reported by Reuters, Sergei Lavrov confirmed work has begun on plans for a possible Russian nuclear
Washington (Parliament Politics Magazine) – US President Donald Trump calls Democrat Zohran Mamdani’s NYC win “very dangerous,” urging the new mayor to be more respectful of Washington. As reported by The Telegraph, Donald Trump described Zohran Mamdani’s post-election speech as “very dangerous”
China warns Philippines over patrols
China warns UK over Taiwan stance