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The re-establishment of normal diplomatic relations between Britain and Libya marks a significant shift in the international landscape, following years of strained ties over Libya's alleged support for terrorism and human rights abuses. The move underscores a broader trend of normalization, with several countries, including Iran, having eased
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Britain will speedily resume full diplomatic relations with Libya after a 15-year rift, following a breakthrough in the case of Yvonne Fletcher's killing in 1984. Libya has accepted "general responsibility" for the policewoman's death, promised to pay her family compensation, and agreed to co-operate
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The British Medical Association has released a devastating report, "Growing Up In Britain", revealing that Britain's record on child health is one of the worst in the civilised world. The report shows that seven British children in 1,000 are likely to die from illness, disease,
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A major report by the British Medical Association has exposed the UK's poor record in children's health, ranking the country 18th for deaths in early childhood. The report, "Growing up in Britain; ensuring a healthy future for our children," reveals that inequalities in child
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Trade minister Lord Simon successfully persuaded EU ministers to postpone the proposed tax on the British art market, which would have driven business to New York and plunged the market into crisis. The delay, although cautious regarding the tax's ultimate fate, brought relief to London's art
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Prince Edward, Queen Elizabeth II's youngest child, is marrying his long-time sweetheart, Sophie Rhys-Jones, in a low-key ceremony on Saturday. The couple, who have been dating for six years, prefer a down-to-earth approach to their wedding, with a 45-minute ceremony in St. George's Chapel in Windsor
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Lord Haskins, a prominent supporter of the euro and close associate of Tony Blair, criticized euro-sceptics during a debate on the single currency, labeling them a mix of "eccentrics, fanatics, political cowards, intellectual purists, ultra-nationalists, disenchanted lefties, and avaricious newspaper proprietors." The debate, hosted by Britain in Europe,
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Entering the European single currency would pose significant risks to the UK economy, despite its potential benefits. The government's assessment of five economic tests, designed to ensure sustainable convergence, is overly optimistic. The UK's high short-term interest rates and exchange rate make it difficult to meet
Scotland
Scotland is at a crossroads, poised to decide between two vastly different visions of its place in the world. On one hand, Labour offers a partnership that enables Scotland to play a significant role on the global stage, as a leading member of the United Nations, the G7, NATO, and
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The British Labor Party has shifted its policy towards the oil industry, aiming to attract new investment to the North Sea as the industry faces financial challenges. With around 10,000 oil industry jobs lost in Scotland in the past year, the government is now more focused on supporting the
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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has given a pre-budget boost to the UK government with its report praising Britain's "skilful management" of its economy. The report, compiled after an audit completed on March 3, notes that the UK has sustained economic growth without sparking inflation, mainly
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Prime Minister Tony Blair's move to join the euro has sparked a heated debate among business leaders and politicians in the UK. Blair revealed plans to spend tens of millions of pounds preparing government departments for the euro, despite concerns from opposition parties and business groups. A recent
