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“Why not give peace a chance?” – Gaza ceasefire reaction
Reaction from the Israeli and Arab press to the Gaza ceasefire.
Two cheers for government’s new energy tariff policy
David Cameron has finally made his energy policy position clearer – it turns out it is somewhere near to suggestions from IPPR.
The fight to end mental health discrimination goes on – but progress is being made
Mental health may now be receiving more and more positive press coverage, but the fight against discrimination is far from over.
IFS: Borrowing figures “an unpleasant feeling of déjà vu for Osborne”
The Institute for Fiscal Studies have said today’s public sector finance figures will result in a feeling of “déjà vu” for the chancellor.
Watch: Miliband and Cameron clash over NHS at PMQs
Ed Miliband and David Cameron clash on the NHS, PMQs, 21/11/12.
Comment: Out of yesterday’s ashes should emerge a stronger Church
Out of the ashes of a difficult day yesterday should come a stronger Church of England in the wake of yesterday’s General Synod vote against female bishops.
Davey slaps down Hayes, telling MPs “I’m in charge” of energy policy
Energy secretary Ed Davey insisted he was “in charge” of coalition energy policy last night., following the row with energy minister John Hayes.
Church women bishops vote “a long and boring suicide note”, “a devastating blow”, “Civil war”
There was disappointment today at the Church of England General Synod’s vote against the appointment of women bishops.
Hague officially recognises Syrian opposition and paves the way for action
Britian today officially recognised the Syrian national coalition as “the sole legitimate representitve” of the Syrian people.
Coulson and Brooks face more charges
David Cameron’s close allies Andy Coulson and Rebekah Brooks faced fresh criminal charges today, in connection with payments to police and public officials.