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Debate in 2 minutes: Scrapping HS2

MPs had their say whether or not to scrap HS2 in a packed Westminster Hall debate this evening. The e-petition, brought forward by Chris Packham, calls on Parliament to stop work on HS2 and hold a new vote to repeal the legislation. The petition has gained over 155,000 signatures. Opening the debate, Coventry North West… Read more »

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Government bodies ‘exempt’ from health and social care levy

  The Treasury has admitted that government bodies will be effectively exempt from a new tax hike, during a committee session on efficiency in government spending. Cat Little, director general public spending at the Treasury, told the public accounts committee that “government departments who are directly employing individuals who have to pay higher employer national… Read more »