Scotland ‘s first minister, Nicholas Sturgeon, has set a date for Scotland’ s second proposed referendum on independence. He told the MSP that it would be held on October 19, 2023, with the question being asked the same as in the 2014 vote “Should Scotland be an independent country?” Ms. Sterzon said she would write to Boris Johnson to inform him of her plans. He added that he would make it clear that he was “ready and willing” to negotiate with him the terms of an Article 30 mandate, which would give Holyrood the power to hold a referendum. Mr Johnson had previously denied calls for a new referendum. Meanwhile, the Conservative MP who ran the campaign that ousted Theresa May is running in the by-elections to prepare for a new impetus for the ouster of Boris Johnson. Steve Baker hopes a seat on the mighty 1922 Backbenchers Committee will allow him to change the rules to allow another vote of no confidence – if needed. The serial rebel described the prime minister’s position as “intolerable” if he was found to have lied to parliament about the No 10 party scandal, many of which he attended.

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Tory lawmakers fear apostasy could bolster Boris Johnson leadership

Conservative rebel MPs fear Labor surrender could strengthen Boris Johnson’s hand in the fight to oust him from Downing Street. Three lawmakers are reportedly considering passing to Sir Keir Starmer’s party. In January, Tory MP for the Red Wall Christian Wakeford surrendered to Labor a few weeks after the partygate scandal. As he did so, he publicly called on the prime minister to resign and leave No. 10. Joe Middleton28 June 2022 16:58 1656430851

The Metropolitan Police took special measures by guards

The Metropolitan Police has been put in special measures by a guard. The HM Police Inspectorate said the force is now being monitored through a process that “provides additional control and support to help it make improvements”. The full report detailing the guard’s speech on the rare step has not been released, but it follows several scandals involving crimes committed by officers, including the murder of Sarah Everard. Joe Middleton28 June 2022 16:40 1656429559

The Prime Minister “will take time to carefully consider” how to fill the role of ethics adviser to Lord Geidt

Boris Johnson believes it is “right to take the time to look carefully” at how to take on the role of ethics adviser following the resignation of Lord Gide, Downing Street said. A spokesman for No. 10 said there was no information on the recruitment process. “We know the issues raised by Lord Geidt himself, as well as the Pacac (Committee on Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs) in relation to this role, and the Prime Minister continues to try to take the time to carefully consider these issues before any “A final decision has been made, but to emphasize that we remain fully committed to ensuring that all ministers, including the Prime Minister, are held accountable for maintaining high standards,” the official said. “We believe it is right to take the time to carefully consider the best way to fulfill the role, given what I have said about the Prime Minister’s emphasis on ensuring that high standards of conduct are maintained.” Joe Middleton June 28, 2022 4:19 PM 1656429001

Sturgeon says she will not allow Scottish Republic to be Johnson “captive”

Sturgeon says she will not allow Scottish Republic to be Johnson “captive” Joe Middleton28 June 2022 16:10 1656427335

The head of the public service says that the Prime Minister’s decision for the Partygate investigation put Sue Gray in a “really difficult” position

The head of the public service said that putting officials like Sue Gray in a position to judge the behavior of ministers, including Boris Johnson, was a “challenge” and should be “avoided whenever possible”. Simon Case told a House committee that Ms Gray was in a “really difficult position” when Johnson selected her to lead the Partygate investigation. He said the post of independent adviser to the prime minister – held by Christopher Geidt until his resignation this month – was created precisely to avoid the “tension” that saw the career public under intense pressure before the bombing was released. . in May. Joe Middleton28 June 2022 15:42 1656426114

Nicholas Sturgeon sets date for proposed Scottish independence referendum

Scottish Prime Minister Nicola Sturgeon told MSP that the bill would begin for a referendum on October 19, 2023, with the question being asked the same as in the 2014 vote “Should Scotland be an independent country?” Ms. Sterzon said she would write to Boris Johnson to inform him of her plans. He added that he would make it clear that he was “ready and willing” to negotiate with him the terms of an Article 30 mandate, which would give Holyrood the power to hold a referendum. But with the prime minister repeatedly denying calls for another referendum, Sturgeon added: “What I am not prepared to do, what I will never do, is allow the Scottish Republic to be held captive by Boris Johnson or of any Prime Minister. ” The Prime Minister said: “My determination is to ensure a process that allows the people of Scotland, whether yes or no or not yet to decide, to express their views in a legitimate, constitutional referendum, so that the views of the majority can be established fairly and democratically. “The steps I am taking today seek to achieve this.” Joe Middleton28 June 2022 15:21 1656424771

Boris Johnson says he does not expect an immediate war with Russia

Boris Johnson says he does not expect an immediate war with Russia Joe Middleton28 June 2022 14:59 1656421852

Government under investigation for “disgusting” handling of sewage discharged into rivers

An environmental watchdog has announced that it will conduct an investigation into the implementation of the rules on raw sewage discharged into rivers and seas in England. The newly established Environmental Protection Bureau will investigate Environment Secretary George Eustice, as well as the Environment Agency and Ofwat – the water services regulator – on how they regulate the use of combined sewer overflows (CSOs), as they worry about the deterioration of mountain water quality. The investigation will seek to “verify whether these authorities have not complied with their respective duties in relation to the regulation, including monitoring and enforcing the duties of the water companies themselves for wastewater management,” the OPC said in a statement. Joe Middleton28 June 2022 14:10 1656420052

Liz Truss can not name a single case that has supported human rights in a Gulf state

Liz Truss can not name a single case that has supported human rights in a Gulf state Joe Middleton28 June 2022 13:40 1656418716

Sunak will consider calls for a “more substantial” reduction in fuel tax

Chancellor Rishi Sunak insisted he would carefully consider calls for a “more substantial” reduction in fuel tariffs. Tory MP Philip Davies, who is married to party colleague Esther McVey, who represents Tatton, said: “Following a question from my esteemed friend, a Tatton member, I can urge the chancellor to reconsider. reduction in fuel; “Although what he presented was welcome, it was not really understood by many people and, therefore, can I urge him to reconsider a much more substantial reduction in fuel tax, on a temporary basis, just as they did in Germany?” Mr Sunak told the public: “I thank my dear friend for supporting the right member of the Tatton and I’m glad he did. “What I will say to him is of course that I will take into account all his recommendations. It is, as my esteemed friend pointed out, a 5 5 billion cut in the fuel duty freeze, so it is important, but we estimate that it is not felt in pumps due to the increase in wholesale prices. “I want to assure him that the Minister of Energy is in dialogue with the CMA (Competition and Markets Authority) to make sure that the reduction of fuel duties will pass.” Joe Middleton28 June 2022 13:18