Explosive evidence about the tensions and disagreements between the then prime minister Boris Johnson, his ministers and the country’s top scientific advisers at key moments during the Covid-19 pandemic is expected to…
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An Explosive Court Transcript Shows Why Excessive Secrecy in the UK’s Family Courts Must Be Fought
by Kit Westby Kit WestA judge’s outburst, unusually made public, reflects what many fear: that lack of transparency can permit abuses of power Here speaks a senior judge about your right to know what…
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Europe’s Chaotic Response to the Israel-Hamas War Reveals How Weak It is – to Its Enemies’ Delight
by Kit Westby Kit WestA united EU could have helped de-escalate the conflict. Instead, its divisions are working to Russia and China’s advantage The outbreak of the worst violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict for…
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New Inquiry: ESNZ Committee to Examine Role of UK Manufacturing in Low-Carbon Energy Projects
by Kit Westby Kit WestThe Energy Security and Net Zero Committee has today launched an inquiry examining the potential for UK manufacturing to play a greater role in the supply chain for low-carbon energy…
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Trouble with the Russian Potato Harvest – Call China for Help!
by Kit Westby Kit WestFrankfurt, Atlanta (23/11 – 10) Potatoes are a serious matter. The lowly potato does in fact have a lengthy and exotic history, being grown as a food crop, or domesticated,…
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UK Supports Moratorium on Deep Sea Mining to Protect Ocean and Marine Ecosystems
by Kit Westby Kit WestUK announces support for moratorium on granting of exploitation licences for deep sea mining by the International Seabed Authority. The UK government has today announced its support for measures designed…
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Europe Gives Mark Zuckerberg 24 Hours to Respond About Israel-Hamas Conflict and Election Misinformation
by Kit Westby Kit WestEuropean regulator Thierry Breton shared a letter to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg on Wednesday urging the billionaire to be “vigilant” about removing disinformation on his company’s platforms during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and ahead of upcoming elections.…
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Public Health Warning: Shellfish Biotoxin Alert for Hawke Bay
by Kit Westby Kit WestNew Zealand Food Safety is advising the public not to collect or consume shellfish gathered from Hawke Bay due to the presence of toxins. “Routine tests on mussels from Pania…
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Red Roses Make Two Changes to Starting Team to Face New Zealand in Final WXV1 Fixture
by Kit Westby Kit WestInside-centre Tatyana Heard and lock Rosie Galligan come in to start for England’s Red Roses vs New Zealand on Saturday in final WXV1 clash; Hooker Amy Cokayne, back-row Sarah Beckett…
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ODI World Cup Digest: Pakistan Keep Semi Hopes Alive; South Africa and New Zealand Face Off
by Kit Westby Kit WestPakistan 205 for 3 (Fakhar 81, Shafique 68, Mehidy 3-60) beat Bangladesh 204 (Mahmudullah 56, Litton 45, Shakib 43, Afridi 3-23, Wasim 3-31) by seven wickets Pakistan put in their…
