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The Liberal Democrats are a liberal political party in the United Kingdom. Currently led by Jo Swinson, the party has…
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@ISIDEWITH asked…6mos6MO
Lab-grown meat is produced by culturing animal cells and could serve as an alternative to traditional livestock farming. Proponents argue that it can reduce environmental impact and animal suffering, and improve food security. Opponents argue that it may face public resistance and unknown long-term…
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@ISIDEWITH asked…8yrs8Y
Currently UK trains are operated by private franchises and the tracks are operated by the government. Proponents argue that the system would run more efficiently if the tracks and trains were operated by private entities. Opponents of privatization claim that a single government train system would end…
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In October 2023, it emerged that the number of people waiting longer than 18 months for NHS treatment in England was growing. Data analysed by PA Media last month suggested that, despite recent decreases in the waiting list in England, it was still higher than when Sunak’s pledge was made. The list…
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@ISIDEWITH submitted…3mos3MO
Sir Keir Starmer, the Labour Prime Minister, has ignited a political firestorm by removing a portrait of former Conservative Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher from 10 Downing Street, citing it as 'unsettling'. The portrait, commissioned during Gordon Brown's tenure and intended to remain indefinitely,…
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@ISIDEWITH asked…12mos12MO
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The Rwanda Asylum Plan was proposed by the UK government in April 2022. The plan would relocate illegal immigrants and asylum seekers to Rwanda for asylum and resettlement. The migrants would be flown to Rwanda where they would apply for asylum. Once in Rwanda migrants would not be allowed to enter…
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@ISIDEWITH asked…2wks2W
Trade suspension refers to halting the exchange of goods, services, and financial activities between countries. In this context, it would mean ending or reducing economic interactions with Israel as a response to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Proponents argue that suspending trade applies…
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