Tag: United Kingdom
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Government has ‘complete confidence’ in nuclear deterrent despite failed missile test
A cabinet minister has stressed that the government has “complete confidence” in Britain’s nuclear deterrent following reports of a second failed test in eight years. … Read More
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‘What should I be doing as a new associate?’
NQ seeks advice In the latest instalment of our Career Conundrums series, a trainee due to qualify this spring is looking for some pointers on… Read More
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Sammy Wilson: ‘The UK has a moral duty to resolve the Cyprus issue’
The United Kingdom has a long history with many nations around the world. The strength of our relationships and diplomacy is reflected in the unparalleled… Read More
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Conservative Party donor says Rishi Sunak is not ‘right as a prime minister, full stop’
Conservative Party donor Lady McAlpine has said she would not vote for Rishi Sunak at the next election, saying he is not “right as a… Read More
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Macfarlanes retains 6 of 7 spring qualifying trainees
Firm also announces switch to single autumn intake in move that doesn’t affect TC numbers City law firm Macfarlanes has retained six out of its… Read More
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Sunak faces fresh by-election headache after Scott Benton loses suspension appeal
An MP who was filmed offering to lobby for individuals posing as gambling industry executives faces a 35-day suspension. Scott Benton, who was elected as… Read More
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SNP accused of ‘siding with the energy giants’ by opposing Labour’s windfall tax plans
Humza Yousaf has been accused of “siding with the energy giants” after attacking Labour’s plans for an increased windfall tax on North Sea oil and… Read More
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Cyber attacks on UK law firms surge by over a third
Criminals seek sensitive info The number of UK law firms subject to cyber attacks has risen sharply over the past year or so, with criminals… Read More
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The politics behind Sue Gray’s plan for ‘citizens’ assemblies’
It has been five months since Sue Gray began work as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff — in what amounted to her first foray into… Read More
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Labour will introduce citizens’ assemblies after ‘transformational’ success in Ireland
The Labour Party has said it is drawing up plans to introduce “citizens’ assemblies” which could be used to bypass Whitehall and make key decisions. … Read More