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Gaza ceasefire talks fail to achieve a breakthrough, Egypt says
The talks were taking place less than a week before the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, the informal deadline for a deal.
Hunt to announce 2p national insurance cut in pre-election Budget
The Chancellor defied calls for a reduction in income tax amid deteriorating forecasts for the public finances.
GP services ‘will be cut’ if Government imposes new contract, says BMA
The British Medical Association is to hold a referendum on the contract, which has been rejected by the union’s general practice council.
Dan Wootton issues statement after official GB News axe
The journalist was suspended by GB News but has now left the broadcaster to launch his own independent platform.
Conservative minister pays damages to academic she accused of Hamas sympathy
Michelle Donelan sparked an investigation into two academics that subsequently cleared them of wrongdoing.
GB News reports 40% jump in loss
The broadcaster said it had made losses of £42.4 million, on revenue of £6.7 million.
Breast cancer treatment blocked for NHS use in England amid price issues
Enhertu will not be made available after commercial talks between the health service and manufacturer ended with no price agreement in place.
TalkTV to be taken off air in the Summer
The channel will continue online.
Budget will reflect ‘economic better times coming up’, minister insists
Greg Hands denied public services have suffered under the Tory government.