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05.04.2024 / 16:43

Fight against controversial health and social care cost-cutting measures to go to Scottish Parliament

The fight against controversial cost-cutting measures for health and social care in Renfrewshire is set to be taken to the Scottish Parliament.

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18.04.2024 / 19:53

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'My dad has Alzheimer's, I know the pain of collapsing social care - we've all failed to deal with it,' says Burnham

Andy Burnham says he is facing the strife known by many families battling the country's collapsing social care system, as his father lives with Alzheimer’s disease. But all political parties have failed to ‘grasp the nettle’, say candidates for Greater Manchester’s mayoral elections.

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Nicola Sturgeon's sister shares cryptic Kate cancer message before official reveal

Nicola Sturgeon's sister appeared to break news of Princess Kate's illness on social media - 25 minutes before the official announcement.

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14.03.2024 / 11:07

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Councillor, 57, quits after early-onset Alzheimer’s diagnosis

A ‘tenacious and dedicated’ councillor has resigned after being diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s in his 50s. Craig Rotheram was elected to Bolton Council in May 2023 and represented the Horwich North ward for the Horwich and Blackrod First party.

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06.03.2024 / 14:15

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National Insurance cut announced with average worker to get £450 boost

Jeremy Hunt has announced a cut in National Insurance in his Spring Budget. The Chancellor has announced a cut of two percentage points for employee National Insurance from April 6 - down from 10 per cent to eight per cent.

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06.03.2024 / 07:17

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Four things to look for in Spring Budget that could impact your finances - including another National Insurance cut

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will deliver his Spring Budget later today (March 6).

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01.03.2024 / 18:40

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Rishi Sunak hints at national insurance cut ahead of Jeremy Hunt's spring Budget

Rishi Sunak has hinted at further cuts to national insurance in next week's Spring Budget.

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Serving North Ayrshire councillor passes away after period of ill health

A serving North Ayrshire councillor has passed away.

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Majority of Canadians say election during COVID-19 would be unsafe, unfair: poll

federal election this year growing stronger, a new polls finds a majority of Canadians think going to the polls during the COVID-19 pandemic is not only unsafe, but would create an unfair vote.The Ipsos poll conducted exclusively for Global News suggests that while 53 per cent of voters feel it’s necessary to hold an election this year — mainly to have a say on how the Liberal government has managed the pandemic — 54 per cent are concerned about the safety of holding a vote, while 57 per cent it would not be fair.That sentiment is highest among Liberals who responded to the poll, with nearly two-thirds on average expressing doubts about a pandemic election.“If the prime minister is of the feeling that there’s a wide view among Liberal

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Bill allows voting halt in New Brunswick municipal elections for COVID-19 outbreak

COVID-19 outbreak.Introduced today, the legislation would allow the municipal electoral officer to halt voting in any of the province’s seven health zones.In a news release, Local Government Minister Daniel Allain says the arrival of a more contagious variant in the province makes it clear that a process is needed to temporarily suspend nominations and voting if required. N.B.

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COMMENTARY: The clues pointing to Justin Trudeau’s electoral ambitions are piling up

Elections Canada considered briefing the Governor General on pandemic election rules Now it’s the minority Liberal government of Justin Trudeau that seems eager to face the voters, despite repeated scandals and missteps.And it’s the opposition parties that fear an election reckoning.“There should be no election,” Conservative leader Erin O’Toole said bluntly, while calling on Trudeau to train all his attention on fighting the COVID-19 pandemic instead.“We should be focused on vaccines, not on votes.”But I think the vaccine rollout is precisely what Trudeau is focused on, with votes looming large at the same time.Canada’s approval of a fourth COVID-19 vaccine — along with an accelerated schedule of vaccine delivery — has produced increased

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Debate-packed third week ahead for Newfoundland and Labrador election campaign

Concerns raised over short time frame for rotational workers to vote in N.L. election Otherwise, leaders – like Ches Crosbie of the Progressive Conservatives – are spending the weekend knocking on doors, holding public meet and greets and prepping for the upcoming debates.The campaign leading up to the Feb.

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The question looming over N.L.’s winter pandemic election: Will anyone vote?

‘We’ve done a good job:’ COVID-19 vaccinations begin for Labrador’s Inuit Coffin also stressed her support for what she called a “living wage,” beginning with a $15 minimum wage. She dismissed concerns from employers who say small businesses can’t afford a hike in the province’s $12.15-an-hour minimum wage, saying an increase would put more money in workers’ pockets, who she said would spend that money in the local economy.Both the Progressive Conservatives and the NDP have expressed dismay with the timing of Newfoundland and Labrador’s election, the fourth in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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COMMENTARY: A winter or spring election is the last thing Canada needs right now

federal election sometime in 2021 is probably a relatively safe one. Nailing down how many weeks or months this current Liberal minority has left is a much more difficult guessing game.Yes, there are factors here beyond the Liberals’ control but they remain in the driver’ seat in many respects when it comes to election timing.

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Vaccines, economy shape potential platforms ahead of possible 2021 election

COVID-19 is a priority, as is ensuring vaccines quickly and effectively reach all parts of the country. Support for Trudeau’s handling of COVID-19 not enough to win him a majority: Ipsos poll But running parallel to that is the ongoing debate over how to cushion the economic blow caused by the pandemic.Who has the best ideas on that score and ought to be entrusted with running the country as Canada builds itself back up is expected to be the dominant ballot box question come the next election.Here’s a look at some of the factors at play that could shape how or when that election is called.Prime Minister Justin Trudeau laid out the broad strokes of his vision for Canada in the fall throne speech and subsequent economic update.

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New Zealand has chosen its next prime minister — the outcome likely won’t surprise

New Zealand’s Jacinda Ardern made history this weekend, winning a second term as prime minister Saturday in an election landslide.In a victory speech in front of hundreds of cheering supporters in Auckland, Ardern said her party had gotten more support from New Zealanders than at any time in at least 50 years.

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Savannah Guthrie Presses President Trump on COVID-19 Diagnosis at Town Hall

QAnon, pressing him and not letting him evade answering. The town hall was a replacement of sorts for the debate Mr.

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Kamala Harris Cancels Campaign Travel After Two Staffers Test Positive for COVID-19

Kamala Harris will be suspending her campaign travel until Sunday, October 18, because two people involved in the campaign, Harris' communications director, Liz Allen, and a non-staff flight crew member have tested positive for COVID-19.

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Junior hockey: Provincial election may slow return for WHL’s B.C. teams, Kelowna Rockets

It’s been six months since the Kelowna Rockets last took to the ice.Back in March, the Western Hockey League cancelled its season due to COVID-19 concerns.

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Advocacy group, Elections NB call for municipal election date

provincial election is in the rearview mirror.Municipal elections were scheduled for May 2020 but were delayed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That means municipal governments, large and small, have been operating well into the fifth year of what is normally a four-year term.Margot Cragg, executive director of the Union of the Municipalities of New Brunswick, said some local representatives are not waiting until an election and have already resigned for family, work or other reasons.“In some cases, the communities have lost quorum, so the minimum number of people legally needed to make decisions as a community,” Cragg said.

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COMMENTARY: Prime Minister Trudeau plays his hand in game of election poker

COVID-19 pandemic.“As we’ve been struggling with this pandemic, we’ve also seen, laid visible, many different weaknesses within Canadian society, gaps in our social safety net, people who are falling through the cracks,” Trudeau said.“More than ever, we need an economy that benefits all Canadians.” Most Canadians comfortable with an election amid coronavirus — what would it look like? It sets up a throne speech expected to contain lofty, ambitious and expensive goals like a possible new national drug plan, child-care programs and expanded social programs.Then it will be time for MPs to vote.

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Scott Thompson: Just because an election is possible doesn’t mean we want one

Canada must implement ‘distance voting’ for MPs in wake of coronavirus, Trudeau says That could be because even in the short time since he prorogued government, COVID-19 cases in Canada have ticked upwards slowly, closing the sunny-ways window of opportunity to call an election while poll numbers are traditionally high for a leader during a crisis.With that window closing, Trudeau is playing with fire in triggering an election at this time, especially when Canadians are focused on back to school and a rise in new cases.However, it’s hard not to believe that was his intention even just a few weeks ago: distracting from the WE Charity scandal, thereby throwing opposition parties into a situation they were not ready for.If Trudeau doesn’t

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‘He can do what he wants’: Higgs, New Brunswick Tories are in control after snap election

novel coronavirus, New Brunswickers are sending a Progressive Conservative majority government to Fredericton.Securing 27 seats, compared to the opposition parties’ 22 seats, the Blaine Higgs government will be able to pass bills without support from other parties.The Liberals won 17 of those opposition seats, while the Greens retained three seats and the People’s Alliance lost a seat leaving them with two.

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New Brunswick PCs form majority government as Liberal leader Kevin Vickers steps down

snap election during a global pandemic was the correct one.For Liberal leader Kevin Vickers, Monday’s result is a stunning rebuke to his vocal opposition to the election, which he said was something the province “neither wants or needs.” Live New Brunswick election results 2020: Real-time results in the provincial election The PCs are projected to form a majority government with 27 seats, improving on the minority government Higgs was leading when he called a snap election 28 days ago.“I am excited about tonight’s results,” Higgs said on Monday.“Tonight we have a newfound commitment to each other and to this government’s plan.”The PC Leader will have that and more after retaining his seat in the riding of Quispamsis on Monday, earning

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Live New Brunswick election results 2020: Real-time results in the provincial election

New Brunswick voters headed to the polls on Sept. 14.

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New Brunswick becomes first province to hold election amid coronavirus pandemic

New Brunswick’s general election campaign is a bit shorter than most.But the campaign will be remembered for another distinction: Canada’s first provincial campaign since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.Progressive Conservative leader Blaine Higgs called the election after failed negotiations with other parties over a proposal that would have kept his minority government alive for another two years. Voters in Fredericton prepare for first election during COVID-19 pandemic On the streets of Fredericton, New Brunswick’s capital, there are mixed opinions about whether voters should be going to the polls during a pandemic.“That was a bit of a shock, you know.

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Voters in Fredericton prepare for first election during COVID-19 pandemic

2020 New Brunswick election promise tracker: Here’s what the parties have pledged to do Opinions on a snap election being called during a state of emergency by Premier Blaine Higgs varied.“I think it’s crazy, it’s so irresponsible,” Yon said.“Surely if we can go to Walmart or somewhere once a week we can go vote once a year,” Board added.This year, many voters have opted to skip traditional polls on election day.“It was the first time ever I went to the returning office — I didn’t even know it existed,” voter Andrew Russell said.

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Continue preparations for Oct. 26 election: Saskatchewan’s chief electoral officer

Michael Boda said his recommendation comes on advice from Saskatchewan’s chief medical health officer, Dr. Saqib Shahab, and input from provincial electoral stakeholders.

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New Brunswick Women’s Council calls for gender-specific commitments in new government

New Brunswick Women’s Council released their breakdown of recommendations for whatever party forms government after the upcoming election.Health care and economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic are the top priorities.For some voters that means expanded access to pediatric care.“I had both my children in Ontario and in Ontario I never hesitated or thought that I wouldn’t have health care or that my kids wouldn’t have health care, it is really difficult here,” said Sasha French, a Fredericton resident.

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How do you campaign during a pandemic? New Brunswick politicians are finding out the hard way

province’s election campaign has crossed the halfway mark.It’s the first province to run an election during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and that means politicians across the country are keen to see how candidates campaign in a world that demands individuals stay away from one another. All our New Brunswick election 2020 coverage New Brunswickers will head to the polls on Sept.

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Biden to take aim at Trump’s handling of coronavirus as schools return

Joe Biden plans to hammer U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday for not helping the nation’s schools reopen safely during the coronavirus pandemic, as the Democratic challenger tries to keep the spotlight on the Republican incumbent’s handling of the outbreak and the nation’s overall security.Biden and his wife, Jill, a longtime college professor and former high school teacher, will meet with public health experts to talk about school reopening options.

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Higgs in Moncton, Vickers in Sussex on week two of New Brunswick election campaign

All our New Brunswick election 2020 coverage People’s Alliance Leader Kris Austen is in Miramichi for an announcement on drug addiction rehabilitation.More than one week into New Brunswick’s election campaign, the main issue has become the post-COVID economic recovery.Higgs is promising stability and to keep government spending under control while Vickers says more spending is needed to stimulate the economy.On Monday, Vickers accused Higgs of leaving hundreds of millions of federal infrastructure dollars on the table. Higgs said he welcomes federal aid, but doesn’t want to be told how to spend the money.This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug.

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PCs, Liberals set tone for campaigns as New Brunswick election gets underway

Blaine Higgs called an election, party leaders had a chance to set the tone for the next 27 days on the campaign trail.The Progressive Conservatives and Liberals began the day Tuesday at events that started within minutes of each other.

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Vote by mail one option to cast ballot: Elections Saskatchewan

Elections Saskatchewan said Monday voters can now start the process to vote by mail. Masks and gloves — Elections Saskatchewan preparing for pandemic election “During these uncertain times, we want to make sure the public knows about this additional option for voting, particularly to those who feel there is a health risk,” said Saskatchewan’s chief electoral officer, Michael Boda.“We’ve hired additional staff to handle the anticipated increase of vote by mail applications.

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Cardi B Advocates for Racial Equality, Free College and Healthcare in Candid Conversation With Joe Biden

Cardi B is sharing her political priorities with Joe Biden. The 27-year-old rapper covers the September issue of , and, in an accompanying feature, sits down via Zoom with the 77-year-old presidential hopeful to discuss her biggest concerns ahead of the 2020 election.«What I want is free Medicare.

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New Brunswick poised to head to the polls as Liberals pull out of stability talks

coronavirus pandemic runs its course.“The Liberal caucus has rejected the premier’s proposal to keep his government in power for the next two years,” Vickers said at a press conference on Thursday.The Liberal leader said it was unacceptable to give the Higgs minority government power comparable to a majority government without an official Opposition.Vickers said the negotiations were akin to the party having a gun to its head. N.B.

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New Brunswick premier still considering election call but not this week

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 5, 2020.

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N.B. political parties adjusting candidate selection in the wake of COVID-19

COVID-19 pandemic, New Brunswick political parties have to change the way they select candidates.In a contested nomination, party candidates typically look to fill a room with their supporters to lead the race when the votes are counted.With mass gatherings limited by public health officials, this won’t be possible in the upcoming election.The Progressive Conservatives have 15 nomination conventions coming up over the next several weeks, including in the ridings of a handful of cabinet ministers and Premier Blaine Higgs. All 15 conventions are planned to take place in person. Opposition parties want N.B.

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B.C. premier won’t rule out fall election, Elections BC working on pandemic protocols

Most Canadians back postponing elections until after COVID-19 pandemic: Ipsos poll Elections BC has been working with Dr. Bonnie Henry’s office to create a plan if there is an election during the pandemic.The plan includes increased advance voting opportunities to help reduce voting place crowds, increased use of remote voting options and physically distanced polling stations.“The COVID-19 pandemic makes it very likely that the next election will be held under some level of public health restrictions,” reads a statement from Elections BC.“Administering safe and accessible elections during the pandemic is a challenge that election administrators across Canada and around the world are grappling with.

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Elections New Brunswick preparing for possible general election during pandemic

Opposition parties want N.B. premier to keep focus on COVID-19, not snap election That means ordering safety equipment and looking for polling locations large enough to ensure physical distancing.Election speculation has been ramping up in recent weeks, and now the Progressive Conservatives have scheduled nomination conventions for five ridings on Aug.

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Trump won’t say if he’ll accept 2020 presidential election results

Donald Trump is refusing to publicly commit to accepting the results of the upcoming White House election, recalling a similar threat he made weeks before the 2016 vote, as he scoffs at polls showing him lagging behind Democrat Joe Biden. Trump says it’s too early to make such an ironclad guarantee.“I have to see.

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Mail-in ballots on the table for municipal voters in Regina with coronavirus concerns

coronavirus pandemic, mail-in ballots are expected to be an option.

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Kanye West Says He Had COVID-19 and No Longer Supports President Donald Trump in New Interview

Kanye West insists he's very serious about running for president in 2020. The 43-year-old rapper and clothing designer speaks with and opens up about politics, his beliefs, and his past support of President Donald Trump. “I am taking the red hat off, with this interview,” says West, who has publicly worn a red «Make America Great Again» hat and visited Trump for a public meeting at the White House. “One of the main reasons I wore the red hat as a protest to the segregation of votes in the Black community.

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Nova Scotia’s municipal elections to continue as planned in October, minister confirms

Nova Scotia’s municipal elections are set to continue as planned in October, despite the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic.

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Saskatchewan voters will head to the polls in October, bipartisan election plan in the works

Saskatchewan voters will head to the polls this fall for the province’s 29th general election.

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