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Our supporter Anna was on Good Morning Britain to tell the government that their proposed welfare cuts could make her homeless.

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Tensions are increasing between Israel and Iran, with Trump poised to get involved. Keir Starmer has already sent RAF jets to the Middle East as a “contingency”, meaning there’s a real risk of escalation.

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BREAKING: MPs voted to decriminalise abortion! This means women will no longer face the threat of “investigation, arrest, prosecution or imprisonment” for decisions made about their own pregnancies. A huge step forward for reproductive rights.

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BREAKING: MPs voted to decriminalise abortion! This means women will no longer face the threat of “investigation, arrest, prosecution or imprisonment” for decisions made about their own pregnancies. A huge step forward for reproductive rights.

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It’s shameful that people are going without food and other essentials in one of the richest countries in the world. That’s why we support @TrussellUK, @Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) and the hundreds of people in Parliament today calling on MPs to Guarantee our Essentials.

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Michelle Mone could return back to the House of Lords after being on a “leave of absence”. Mone helped secure a multi-million pound contract for a company she had ties to for PPE that was allegedly unfit for use. Should she be allowed back?

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New data shows NHS waiting lists are at a two-year low, with record numbers of checks, treatments, and cancer diagnoses delivered last month. That’s progress, and it's thanks to the tireless work of NHS staff.

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Is it time to abolish the House of Lords? This is what 38 Degrees supporters had to say.

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Outrageous! While consumers struggle with rising costs, our outdated energy grid is literally paying wind farms to switch off, then paying gas plants to switch on. The BBC reveals £72K was paid to a wind farm to NOT generate power for just 30 mins, while a gas plant nearby got £43K to produce it

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After recently being released from prison, Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, AKA Tommy Robinson, is back in court. He’s pleaded not guilty to harassing two journalists from the Daily Mail. He’s chosen a jury trial and will appear at Southwark Crown Court next month.

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The Chancellor promised new spending - but without new funding, £5bn in cuts could follow. A 2% tax on assets over £10m would raise billions for our NHS, schools and services - without hurting struggling families. If we don’t speak up, the richest will.

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Did you know abortion is still technically a crime in England and Wales? That’s why we're campaigning with Caroline Hirons and ‪@stellacreasy.bsky.social‬ to change the law, because women deserve healthcare, not criminalisation.

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Progress for our swifts! After weeks of campaigning and thousands of us taking action, we’re now seeing signs of real change. The Government will update national planning policy to ensure swift bricks are incorporated into new buildings, giving the iconic birds a safe place to nest.

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🚨NEW: @taxjusticeuk.bsky.social‬ reveals that reports of a “millionaire exodus” due to tax changes were false. Only 0.3% of UK millionaires moved to another country in 2024, but media headlines blew it out of proportion. No more excuses: tax the ultra-rich to fund our struggling public services.

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Today, alongside the incredibly brave petition starter Jackie, we handed in the petition with over 42,000 signatures to stop 24-hour slots venues from devastating our communities. Jackie's mum, Wendy, was tragically preyed on by one of these venues during cancer treatment, losing everything.

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Immigration made us stronger and we should be proud of it. #refugeeswelcome

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“What started with Trump is creeping across the Atlantic. There’s a real danger that what’s happening with abortion rights in the US could happen here.” - @stellacreasy.bsky.social‬

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🚨WINTER FUEL U-TURN: A huge win for people power! After public outcry and pressure from campaign groups, including petition signatures from over half a million 38 Degrees supporters, the Government will reinstate Winter Fuel Payments for millions of pensioners.

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Steve Reed, the Secretary of State for Environment, answered 38 Degrees’ supporters’ questions on the water industry, including a special reveal on the banning of water company bonuses 👀 Watch to find out more.

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Thames Water’s potential new owners are demanding immunity from prosecution for serious environmental crimes - including illegal sewage dumping - as a condition for taking over the company. The government must stand strong - environmental law can’t be a bargaining chip in any takeover deal.

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"Automatic voter registration is not, and never will be (a) exciting or (b) a silver bullet for the democracy and populism challenges we face as a country. But if the big solution to that challenge is in fact many, many small solutions combined together, then AVR 𝙞𝙨 one of those small things."

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Did you know the monarchy enjoys a range of tax breaks on its vast array of estates in England, Scotland and Wales? Scottish MSPs have tabled a motion to scrap these special perks, arguing the royals should pay their fair share like everyone else. Should the UK government follow their example?

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BREAKING: Bonuses banned for water companies that don’t meet high standards. Last year alone, £9.3 million in bonuses were paid to water bosses in England and Wales. But from today, the Government’s new law means six water companies have been banned from issuing bonuses to some senior executives.

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Look, Michelle Mone admitted what we all knew: she lied to the media. A new BBC documentary has reminded the country of her shocking behaviour during the pandemic. Michelle Mone should NOT return to the House of Lords.

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BREAKING: The Government has announced that half a million more kids will get Free School Meals - a huge step forward and a big win for our campaign with the NEU and The Mirror! But it’s still not every child. We won’t stop until all children get hot, healthy school dinners.

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Insiders believe that Britain will be forced to sign up to a target of lifting defence spending to 3.5% of GDP by 2035 at this month’s Nato summit to keep Donald Trump on board. Should Starmer capitulate to NATO and Trump?

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Nigel Farage is relaunching his GB News show, while barely showing up for his actual job as Clacton's MP. That means he's holding down a second job as a broadcaster while being paid to represent his constituents. Is it time to ban second jobs for MPs? Let us know what you think 👇

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We’ve teamed up with @stellacreasy.bsky.social‬ to make access to a safe and legal abortion a human right. In the next few weeks, MPs will vote on whether to decriminalise abortion and make safe access to one a protected human right across England and Wales, just like it already is in N. Ireland.

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Impact? 𝗬𝗘𝗦. Value for money? 𝗬𝗘𝗦. Watch GMB's discussion on the power of our crowdfunded projections demanding Starmer stops the cruel cuts to disability benefits. As Kwasi Kwarteng says, "It adds to the pressure on the Government for sure."

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Since the Guardian began their series of investigations into the House of Lords, Charles Henry John Benedict Crofton Chetwynd Chetwynd-Talbot, the Earl of Shrewsbury, is the fifth peer to face an inquiry for “erroneously” making claims for travel expenses he did not incur.

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Maybe there is hope for Ofwat after all?!

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Prince William is reportedly planning a “Diana reboot” when he becomes King. What do YOU want from our monarchy – business as usual, a reboot… or a republic?

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British prosecutors confirmed this week that far-right influencer and self-described misogynist, Andrew Tate, faces 10 criminal charges. These include rape, actual bodily harm and human trafficking. This is a critical step toward justice for those affected. No one is above the law.

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