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What the papers say – November 9

November 09, 2023 12:27 AM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Here is what is making headlines this Thursday.

Former home secretary Priti Patel to give evidence to Covid inquiry

November 09, 2023 12:01 AM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Other witnesses include Martin Hewitt, the former chairman of the National Police Chiefs’ Council and Jun Pang from human rights group Liberty.

Braverman uses Northern Ireland example during criticism of ‘hate ma...

November 08, 2023 11:48 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has described planned protests on Armistice Day as ‘disrespectful’.

Details of how £15m support will help businesses hit by flooding are...

November 08, 2023 10:58 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

The aid will be funded through the reallocation of existing Northern Ireland Civil Service Departmental funds.

Braverman takes aim at police over pro-Palestinian protests

November 08, 2023 10:46 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Home Secretary Suella Braverman claimed officers were reluctant to intervene because of the ‘flak’ they would get.

Johnson takes aim at Sunak, warning Tories are ‘drifting to defeat’

November 08, 2023 09:46 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Boris Johnson’s comments came in conversations with Nadine Dorries for her book on his downfall.

Diabetes drug authorised for weight management and loss – MHRA

November 08, 2023 09:42 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Obese and overweight adults could have access to Tirzepatide – also known as Mounjaro – if it receives further approval.

AI must be harnessed for public good, says former Australian PM Juli...

November 08, 2023 08:21 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

The former world leader’s call for greater access comes only a week after the UK hosted a global summit on AI safety.

Welsh politicians back call for immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Stri...

November 08, 2023 08:00 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

The Plaid Cymru motion was supported in the Senedd after ministers in the Labour-led Welsh Government abstained and offered a free vote.

Police end investigation into alleged assault of poppy-selling veter...

November 08, 2023 07:54 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

It was alleged the incident occurred during a pro-Palestinian rally at Edinburgh Waverley station on November 4.

Varadkar says Ireland ‘wants to do more’ for people of Gaza

November 08, 2023 07:48 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Leo Varadkar was speaking ahead of an international conference in Paris.

Murder victim’s mother behind Helen’s Law found it hard receiving he...

November 08, 2023 06:40 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Marie McCourt’s campaigning led to the Prisoners (Disclosure of Information About Victims) Act being enacted in 2021.

Schools ‘having hard time dealing with aftermath of lockdowns’

November 08, 2023 06:40 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Amanda Spielman, the chief inspector of schools in England, told MPs there has been a ‘surge of discontent’ about Ofsted this year.

End solitary confinement for children and limit it for adults, revie...

November 08, 2023 06:39 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Report author says ‘my heart breaks’ as she warned the practice for people with learning disabilities has no therapeutic benefit.

Keegan reaffirms ‘children-not-in-school’ register pledge but no tim...

November 08, 2023 06:37 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

The Education Secretary was opening the second day of the King’s Speech debate in the Commons.

Cleverly visits Saudi Arabia for talks on Israel-Hamas crisis

November 08, 2023 06:30 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly will meet Middle East counterparts during his visit.

Heroic dog helps rescue team find cat which fell 100ft down mineshaf...

November 08, 2023 06:14 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

The cat – called Mowgli – was rescued on October 26.

Scottish Government publishes timeline of Covid inquiry requests

November 08, 2023 06:09 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

The government says it has handed over all messages it held.

Man died after attack from cow which escaped from market, inquest to...

November 08, 2023 06:02 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

Huw Evans was described as a beloved grandfather and friend by his family.

India and Georgia to be added to list of ‘safe states’ for migrant r...

November 08, 2023 06:01 PM AEDT | By PAMEDIA

The legislation would mean that if an individual travels to Britain from either nation without permission they would not be able to claim asylum.

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