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Two-child benefit cap: Labour MPs want to remove the two-child benefit cap to end child poverty but it would cost £3.5 billion annually and face opposition from Conservatives
Labour MPs are pushing for the removal of the two-child benefit cap, which could be a significant challenge for the new Labour government. Ending child poverty is a priority for Labour, as it was during their time in power in 1997, but scrapping the limit would come with a hefty price tag of £3.5 billion a year. Meanwhile, the Conservative Party is gearing up for leadership bids, with up to eight potential candidates. The shadow home secretary, James Cleverly, is among those considering a bid and has criticized his predecessor for scrapping a scheme with Rwanda without proper consultation. The Conservative Party will eventually narrow down the candidates to two, who will then be put to a vote by party members. Additionally, Cleverly expressed his disgust with the way the Rwandan government and people were treated in the scrapped scheme.
UK deportation scheme, Rwanda: Rwanda informed UK it's out of deportation scheme as Harris secures Dem nomination, records donations, and senior police declare violence against women a national emergency, while tennis legend Murray announces retirement and Olympics his final tournament
Rwanda was reportedly informed through the British press that it would no longer be required for the UK's deportation scheme. This news comes as the US Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to secure the Democratic nomination for the November presidential election, having gained enough delegate support. Harris, who is almost certain to face Donald Trump in November, has also received record-breaking donations. Meanwhile, senior police officers in England and Wales have declared that violence against women and girls is a national emergency, with over 3,000 reported incidents daily. These include domestic abuse, rape, sexual assault, stalking, and harassment. Lastly, tennis legend Andy Murray announced his retirement, confirming that the Olympics will be his final tournament. Murray expressed pride in representing Team GB one last time before hanging up his racket. Stay tuned to our radio for more stories.