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Watchdog opens probe over Sunak’s TV appearance

During the broadcast, the show’s presenter said the questions addressed to Sunak were from undecided voters ahead of a general election later this year and had not been seen in advance by

February 20, 2024

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Court finds Senegalese guilty over migrant sea deaths

Nearly 30,000 migrants crossed the Channel from mainland Europe to Britain in small boats in 2023, according to UK government figures…reports Asian Lite News A man who piloted an “unseaworthy” boat across

February 20, 2024

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UK govt nears pact on cooperation with EU border force

A Frontex agreement, albeit limited in scope, would be the third move by Sunak as prime minister to repair day-to-day practical relations between the EU and the UK…reports Asian Lite News Rishi

February 20, 2024

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Assange faces key court hearing on extradition

The 52-year-old has been fighting extradition for more than a decade, including seven years in self-exile in the Ecuadorian Embassy in London…reports Asian Lite News Julian Assange’s lawyers will begin their final

February 20, 2024

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UK’s Rwanda Asylum Bill Under Fire

The UN human rights office has reiterated the concerns expressed by the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) that the scheme is not compatible with international refugee law, the statement said…reports Asian Lite News

February 20, 2024

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Int’l Students Sue UK Home Office Over False Cheating Accusations

After the BBC report, then Home Secretary Theresa May asked ETS to investigate, which found that 97 per cent of its English tests taken in the UK between 2011 and 2014 were

February 20, 2024

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Cameron to visit Falklands amid sovereignty dispute

In a 2013 referendum, 99.8% of islanders voted to retain their status as a UK overseas territory, something often cited by British politicians to dismiss Argentina’s claim…reports Asian Lite News Foreign Secretary

February 19, 2024

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UK extends visas for Ukrainians amid war in Europe

The Home Office said the 18-month extension delivers on the government’s long-term commitment to Ukraine and comes as the world approaches two years since “Russia’s reprehensible full-scale invasion of Ukraine”…reports Asian Lite

February 19, 2024

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Starmer calls for Gaza ceasefire

The leader made the comments in a speech to the Scottish Labour conference, where he has faced renewed pressure ahead of a crucial Commons vote…reports Asian Lite News Keir Starmer has said

February 19, 2024

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India-UK Trade Talks Reviewed at Top Level

The commerce secretary emphasised India’s commitment to safeguarding its interests throughout the negotiations. …reports Asian Lite News Negotiations for the proposed India-UK free trade agreement have advanced significantly, with a review conducted

February 19, 2024

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