MPs battle in House of Commons for Doncaster Airport
MPs battle in House of Commons for Doncaster Airport
Yesterday in the House of Commons Don Valley MP Nick Fletcher gave a passionate speech about the ongoing fight to save Doncaster Sheffield airport.
Ahead of the Adjournment Debate, Mr Fletcher addressed the commons and asked why members of the opposition had only taken an interest in the airport over the last fortnight rather than in the last three years when it was struggling.
He also asked that if the combined authority had done its job sooner, the airport would not be in the position it is in now.
The airport owners Peel Group have agreed to meet with potential investors but said it will continue its plan to wind down the airport from 31 October.
Over the weekend, hundreds of protesters marched in solidarity after their petition gained over 100,000 signatures to keep the airport open.
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Hundreds protest against Doncaster Sheffield closure
GMB organiser Sarah Barnes said there was a chance the airport could be saved if "Peel did the right thing".
Owners Peel have agreed to meet with potential investors but said it will continue its plan to wind down the airport from 31 October. MP Nick Fletcher will today, deliver a speech to Parliament in the latest effort to save the site.
Workers, union officials, Doncaster MPs and members of the public were involved in the rally outside the airport.
Ms Barnes said to the BBC: "There's a genuine chance we can save our amazing airport, if Peel decides to do the right thing.
"If they won't, we need the Government to step in and use the powers and influence they have."
Last week, airport workers went Parliament to hand in a 100,00 strong petition in their fight to save the site.
"The only reason they've turned it down is they think they can make more cash closing their airport and flogging the site for housing.
"That is not good for the people of South Yorkshire and we cannot let them get away with it."
Peel has previously said it has worked "tirelessly" to secure the airport's future.
Mayor Ros Jones stated previous that after writing to Prime Minister Liz Truss potential buyers have been found, with the Peel Group confirming they would consider 'any tangible offers' and 'several interested investors who want to negotiate on the purchase.'
The announcement that Doncaster Sheffield airport would close was met with widespread anger and disappointment, but now their luck could be turning for the better.
The Mayor stated: "We are now urging the Prime Minister, her Secretary of State for Transport and indeed all of her Cabinet to halt the closure of DSA and compel Peel to accept our offer of financial support and negotiate with those parties interested in buying DSA."
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Protestors hurl cake at King Charles III waxwork
Two supporters of Just Stop Oil have covered a Madame Tussauds waxwork model of King Charles III with chocolate cake, their demands include the Government halting all new oil and gas licences and consents.
The demonstration is the latest in a string of protests staged by the group.
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MPs call fracking vote 'absolute disgrace'
MPs call fracking vote 'absolute disgrace'
Last night in the House of Commons Conservative MPs were reportedly bullied and manhandled into backing Liz Truss in a vote on fracking.
Cabinet ministers, believed to include Jacob Rees-Mogg and Thérèse Coffey, reportedly manhandled and physically dragged MPs, with some being left in tears.
Roughly 40 MPs didn't vote as none could decide if it was a test of confidence vote in Ms Truss or a vote on fracking.
Speaking to the BBC, backbencher Charles Walker called the situation an "absolute disgrace", adding that there was "no coming back" for the government.
He also shared his intent to leave parliament voluntarily, telling BBC's World Tonight: "I expect the prime minister to resign very soon because she's not up to her job."
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'They're all gone so why is she still here?' says Starmer at fiery PMQs
Ms Truss responded to to the attacks by reiterating the energy price guarantee, the reverse of the National Insurance hike, and how her government is taking steps to "crack down on militant unions".
She added: "I am a fighter. I am not a quitter."
Protester compares himself to Martin Luther King
Morgan Trowland, 39, is one of two Just Stop Oil demonstrators who attached themselves to the Queen Elizabeth II bridge in London.
The incident which has now come to an end is the latest in a string of disruptive demonstrations staged by the organisation.
The closure of the M25 at the crossing caused delays of two hours and six miles of congestion.
Now, Trowland has compared himself and others in the group to activists such as Dr Martin Luther King and the Suffragettes.
Speaking to Sky News he said: "Many people will get angry about this and I understand that anger.
“But in other times in history the Suffragettes were widely hated by most of the population. For decades they did much more extreme acts of disobedience.
"Martin Luther King was reviled in America in the early 1960s - sometimes people hate the thing that needs to come next."
Just Stop Oil says it has no plans to end its demonstrations anytime soon.
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Plans for injunction to stop oil protesters
Protesters from the campaign group Just Stop Oil caused havoc in London yesterday as the blocked access to Park Lane and spray painted the Aston Martin showroom windows orange.
The demonstrators, who glued themselves to the tarmac, are calling for the government to halt all new oil and gas licences.
It comes after Home Secretary Suella Braverman outlined plans to crack down on such protests as part of the Public Order Bill.
Ms Braverman, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan, and Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Nadhim Zahawi have reportedly met to apply for a new injunction against Just Stop Oil causing disruption on London's roads.
Transport for London already has an order against Insulate Britain, which engages in similar activities, but a separate one needs to be taken out for Just Stop Oil.
Many members of the public are calling for stronger action to target protesters who block busy road, what do you think is the right course of action?
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Soup thrown over £72.5m masterpiece
Two people have been arrested for criminal damage and aggravated trespass after throwing soup over Vincent Van Gogh’s ‘Sunflowers’ painting at the National Gallery.
The incident occurred at around 11am this morning and was followed by the ‘Just Stop Oil’ protestors gluing their hands to the wall.
One of the climate change activists then shouted: "What is worth more? Art or life?”
The incident follows a number of other demonstrations in the form of road blocks.
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PM interrupted by Greenpeace activists during conference speech
Liz Truss has just been interrupted by protestors holding up a banner saying: "Who voted for this?"
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King Charles III addresses MPs and Parliament
"As I stand before you today, I cannot help but feel the weight of history" He said as he addressed MPs and peers
Referencing his "darling late mother" around Parliament, which he said is the "living and breathing instrument" of the nation's democracy".
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Crowd helps remove plastics from tributes to Her Majesty
A crowd helped remove the plastic properties from floral tributes for Queen Elizabeth, in a concern regarding the waste and litter.
'Amazing crowd helping to remove plastics from flowers in Green Park.'
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Crowds outside Buckingham Palace break into 'God Save The King'
Following the announcement of the death of Her Majesty, there was a silence outside the palace, before the crown broke out into a rendition of 'God Save The King'.
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Truss and Sunak debate stopped as host faints
Truss and Sunak debate stopped as host faints
Last night, a debate between Conservative leadership candidates Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak was halted after host Kate McCann fainted live on air.
The Sun and TalkTV debate was abruptly halted as a loud bang could be heard, followed by Ms Truss saying 'oh my god' before leaving her podium.
TalkTV said McCann was "fine" but the channel had been given medical advice not to continue.
"We apologise to our viewers and listeners," the channel added.
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Grimsby residents left in shock after their McLaren was vandalised in broad daylight.
A young male can be spotted emptying a canned drink onto the sports car before running off.
The victims have remained in good spirits, stating they were ”thankful it was not a 6-pack,” before reminding parents to teach their children the “value of other peoples property.”
PM booed at Thanksgiving service
PM booed at Thanksgiving service
This morning, the prime minister and his wife Carrie Johnson arrived at St Paul's Cathedral for the Queen's thanksgiving service.
As the pair walked the steps, they were met with cheers and boos due to the ongoing 'partygate' controversy of parties held at Downing Street during national lockdowns.
More and more MPs are beginning to publicly announce their lack of support for the PM, with the public also making their own voices heard.
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The Queen leads the lighting of the Principal Beacon at Windsor Castle.
The spectacular Queen’s Green Canopy Tree of Trees outside Buckingham Palace will form the Principal Beacon throughout the weekend’s celebrations.
The illuminated Tree of Trees, which is made up of 350 Queen’s Green Canopy saplings, forms the Principal Beacon and pays tribute to Her Majesty’s 70 years of service.
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What a sight!
From the top of Buckingham Palace, the royal family has shared their fantastic view of the Royal Air Force flypast.
A special formation of 15 Typhoons spelt out "70" to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee followed by the Red Arrows.
The monarch was seen smiling as she gathered alongside senior royals on the Buckingham Palace balcony to watch.
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'Trooping the Colour' kicks off Platinum Jubilee celebrations
'Trooping the Colour' kicks off Platinum Jubilee celebrations
The "Trooping the Colour" military parade kicked off Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations this morning.
Also known as the Queen's Birthday Parade, "Trooping the Colour" has more than 1,200 soldiers taking part along with military bands. It has been held for more than 260 years.
After the parade, the Queen and the royal family will take to the balcony for a flypast by the Royal Air Force.
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Boris Johnson addresses the newly released Sue Gray report
Boris Johnson addressed the House of Commons regarding the Sue Gray report this afternoon.
The speaker of the house had to intervene multiple times as the opposition loudly jeered at the PM.
Mr Johnson added he attended the gatherings to thank staff for their hard work and keep morale as "high as possible" but no resignation has been made.
Here his full statement below ⬇️
State Opening of Parliament
Prince Charles delivers Queen's speech to open Parliament
This morning the Prince of Wales opened Parliament in a historic ceremony by reading out the Queen's speech.
Due to mobility concerns, the 96-year-old monarch withdrew from the event for the first time since 1963, with Prince Charles taking over in her role.
Listen to his whole speech below ⬇️
