Economic impact assessment is one concession aiming to head off opposition from MPs, peers and creatives such as Paul McCartney and Tom StoppardThe UK government is trying to placate peer and Labour backbencher concerns about...
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Read MoreCommittee hears about ‘insane’ lack of provisions and arcane, time-consuming proceduresMPs with disabilities have spoken about the challenges they face working in parliament, criticising the “insane” lack...
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Read MoreDepartment for work and pensions says thousands, including children, will be hit by chancellor’s reforms, as OBR forecasts UK growth to halve in 2025Spring statement 2025: key points at a glanceRachel Reeves will not be...
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