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In which Mr Pecksniff lays before his readers for their approval certain observations and speculations reflecting on the political life | East Anglia Bylines

Pecksniff: Badenoch brazens out the Tories’ 14 years of failure

In which Mr Pecksniff lays before his readers for their approval certain observations and speculations reflecting on the political life

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Cutting £47 billion in spending doesn’t make us stronger, writes Prof Richard Murphy. It’s not fiscal discipline. It’s economic vandalism.
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What happens when £47 billion disappears from Britain’s economy?

Tory Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride wants to take £47 billion out of the UK economy. That isn't prudence. It's managed decline

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The Conservatives: not okay, barely relevant, and yet… dangerously so.

The Bear on why their collapse isn’t the victory you think.

The Tories are not okay – and we urgently need them to be

The Conservatives’ collapse into outrage politics isn’t just their downfall – it threatens Britain’s democracy and stability too

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At Labour conference, unity was a slogan – panic was the mood.

Reform’s polling surge has everyone blaming everyone else.

Dr Seth Thévoz reports

On the Reform problem, Labour faces a serious strategic dilemma

Labour has long been divided. But these are not normal times, and arguments between factions may hand power to Farage

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Britain ran entirely on clean energy for 87 hours this year – a fiftyfold rise since 2021.

Proof that progress is real, even if there’s a long road to 2030’s clean-power target.

Dr Simon Evans reports.

Great Britain has run on 100% clean power for record 87 hours in 2025 so far

Clean-energy sources have powered Great Britain entirely for a record 87 hours this year — a milestone toward 2030 targets

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You can’t stop every oak from falling.

But you can make sure the next one is seen, known and valued before it’s too late.

Suffolk tree-lover David Hopkins talks to Aidan Baker.

The lesson of the lost oak: why one Suffolk man’s mission matters

Suffolk tree-lover David Hopkins talks about the work of adding to the Woodland Trust's 'Ancient Tree Inventory'

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Three factions, one problem: technocrats, Blue Labour, and the broad front all think they have the answer.

None of them do.

Dr Seth Thévoz reports

On the Reform problem, Labour faces a serious strategic dilemma

Labour has long been divided. But these are not normal times, and arguments between factions may hand power to Farage

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 15h

The poorest people spend every penny they get. Cut their income, and you cut spending in every local economy.

The Tory plan to cut £47 billion out of government budgets is £47 billion less in everyone’s pockets | Prof Richard Murphy

@richardjmurphy.bsky.social - with thanks

What happens when £47 billion disappears from Britain’s economy?

Tory Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride wants to take £47 billion out of the UK economy. That isn't prudence. It's managed decline

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 13h

The first phase of a ceasefire deal brings fragile hope to Gaza. Jacob Ecclestone looks back at the warnings from history that might still help guide peace.

Warnings from history: Lessons unheeded in the search for peace

As peace talks begin, three historic warnings about Zionism and statehood remind us how fragile peace remains

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 13h

When history speaks, writes Jacob Ecclestone, it’s often too late. The story of Palestine and Israel is filled with lessons the world chose not to hear. Here’s a reminder ⤵️

Warnings from history: Lessons unheeded in the search for peace

As peace talks begin, three historic warnings about Zionism and statehood remind us how fragile peace remains

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 13h

As peace talks begin, three historic warnings about Zionism and statehood remind us how fragile peace remains | Jacob Ecclestone

Warnings from history: Lessons unheeded in the search for peace

As peace talks begin, three historic warnings about Zionism and statehood remind us how fragile peace remains

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 15h

Good news for museums.

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Essex museums given ‘vital’ boost

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Essex museums given ‘vital’ boost - BBC Sounds

The extra government funding will help to improve public access to their collections.

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 15h

The poorest people spend every penny they get. Cut their income, and you cut spending in every local economy.

The Tory plan to cut £47 billion out of government budgets is £47 billion less in everyone’s pockets | Prof Richard Murphy

@richardjmurphy.bsky.social - with thanks

What happens when £47 billion disappears from Britain’s economy?

Tory Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride wants to take £47 billion out of the UK economy. That isn't prudence. It's managed decline

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 17h

Cutting £47 billion in spending doesn’t make us stronger, writes Prof Richard Murphy. It’s not fiscal discipline. It’s economic vandalism.
eastangliabylines.co.uk/business/eco...

What happens when £47 billion disappears from Britain’s economy?

Tory Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride wants to take £47 billion out of the UK economy. That isn't prudence. It's managed decline

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 18h

Tory Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride wants to take £47 billion out of the UK economy. That isn't prudence. It's managed decline | Prof Richard Murphy

What happens when £47 billion disappears from Britain’s economy?

Tory Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride wants to take £47 billion out of the UK economy. That isn't prudence. It's managed decline

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 20h

A story about trees, time and quiet action.

Sometimes saving something ancient starts with simply writing it down.

Suffolk tree-lover David Hopkins talks to Aidan Baker

The lesson of the lost oak: why one Suffolk man’s mission matters

Suffolk tree-lover David Hopkins talks about the work of adding to the Woodland Trust's 'Ancient Tree Inventory'

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Climate science is clear: emissions rates must peak in 2025 and go no higher.

But misinformation and wishful thinking push politicians – and crucial policy – off course.

MPs and public underestimate urgency of climate action, new UEA study reveals

Fewer than 15% of UK MPs knew emissions must peak by 2025, raising questions about climate communication

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 23h

Clean energy has powered Great Britain entirely for a record 87 hours so far in 2025 – up from just 2.5 hours in 2021.

Progress is accelerating, but the country still has a long way to go before reaching 100 % clean power by 2030.

Dr Simon Evans reports

Great Britain has run on 100% clean power for record 87 hours in 2025 so far

Clean-energy sources have powered Great Britain entirely for a record 87 hours this year — a milestone toward 2030 targets

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“Violence, threats and intimidation are unacceptable. Norfolk deserves better.”

Read how flag rows are escalating from streets to County Hall.

Owen Sennitt reports

Women followed by ‘mob’ after removing flags

Flag disputes are escalating from lampposts to council chambers, fuelling heated clashes and political debate

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Norfolk Wildlife Trust is calling on South Norfolk residents to share ideas for a long-term wildlife recovery plan | East Anglia Bylines

Trust asks residents to help shape new wildlife vision

Norfolk Wildlife Trust is calling on South Norfolk residents to share ideas for a long-term wildlife recovery plan

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£1.7 million and counting..

Protests at the Bell Hotel in Epping are draining Essex Police budgets.

Piers Meyler reports

The £1.7m bill: Essex Police under pressure from Epping asylum protests

As protests outside the Bell Hotel drag on, Essex Police face spiralling costs while residents grapple with division

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It feels wrong to say it… but Britain needs the Conservatives to get their act together.

Why?

The Bear explains.

The Tories are not okay – and we urgently need them to be

The Conservatives’ collapse into outrage politics isn’t just their downfall – it threatens Britain’s democracy and stability too

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£1.7m spent policing protests in one Essex town.

1How long before the financial strain bites deeper?

Piers Meyler reports

The £1.7m bill: Essex Police under pressure from Epping asylum protests

As protests outside the Bell Hotel drag on, Essex Police face spiralling costs while residents grapple with division

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Record 87 hours of 100% clean electricity in Great Britain this year – up 50× since 2021.

The race to a fully fossil-free grid by 2030 is on.

Dr Simon Evans reports

Great Britain has run on 100% clean power for record 87 hours in 2025 so far

Clean-energy sources have powered Great Britain entirely for a record 87 hours this year — a milestone toward 2030 targets

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East Anglia Bylines @eastangliabylines.co.uk · 1d

In Felsham, a tree that sprouted under Henry VIII is still standing.

One man wants to make sure it’s there another 500 years from now.

David Hopkins talks to Aidan Baker

The lesson of the lost oak: why one Suffolk man’s mission matters

Suffolk tree-lover David Hopkins talks about the work of adding to the Woodland Trust's 'Ancient Tree Inventory'

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