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New Statesman
4 days ago
- Business
- New Statesman
Armour-clad Starmer is ready for battle
Photo byBattle-ready, armour-clad Keir Starmer put on a pair of shinpads after returning to Downing Street from the photoshoot at the BAE Systems' Govan shipyard where he unveiled Labour's military spending spree*. War-war on the Clyde in Glasgow was followed by jaw-jaw in No 10 for the football-loving Prime Minister. Starmer, 63 in September, hosted a Show Racism the Red Card awards evening. The PM still enjoys regular kickabouts with old team-mates and quipped he'd asked for a script referring to him as an 'ageing midfielder' be changed to 'box-to-box midfielder'. The Arsenal fan was observed chatting excitedly with Tottenham Hotspur and England former star Ledley 'he's only got one knee' King. After another trophy-less season for Starmer's club, the encounter prompts questions about how far Arsenal are from silverware. The answer is 4.5 miles – the distance in north London between the Emirates and Tottenham Hotspur's stadium after Spurs lifted the Europa League cup in May. * Treasury T&Cs apply to future military expansion As Jonathan Reynolds and Angela Rayner, the Business Secretary and Deputy PM, mastermind what they call the biggest upgrade to workers' rights in a generation, the conditions of parliament's own wage slaves are eroding. Bermondsey shop steward Neil Coyle is seeking a meeting with brother Speaker Lindsay Hoyle, son of late peer and trade union bigwig Doug Hoyle. The subject? The draining of a redeployment pool for security guards deemed insufficiently fit to protect MPs. Uniformed officers removed from duty are now only to be permitted to seek alternative posts for the duration of notice periods. Talk is of a challenge under disability law, another area the government is committed to strengthening. Two chatting Labour MPs stumbled on the strategic chaos at the heart of the government's benefit cuts. The second of the pair called into Downing Street for a pep talk and spotted a flip chart justifying PIP cuts: the third point on the list emphasised dignity for the most severely disabled. He argued it should've been the first. 'Hmmm,' replied the MP who'd been in the day before, 'that wasn't even on the board when we went in and expressed concern for those who unable to work.' The Govan shipyard graced by Starmer and Defence Secretary John Healey was rescued from closure in 1971 by the historic Upper Clyde Shipbuilders work-in. Trade unionists led by Communist firebrands Jimmy Airlie and Jimmy Reid forced Ted Heath to U-turn and sink Tory plans to end shipbuilding on the Clyde. The irony that a couple of comrades saved a launch pad for Starmer's bomb bonanza wasn't lost on a Labour Socialist Campaign Group MP, who groaned that every revolution devours its own, and it will be cuts to key public services that are likely to fund rearmament. [See also: Britain's ghost children] Subscribe to The New Statesman today from only £8.99 per month Subscribe Related
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Chelsea hero Paul Canoville in hospital after ‘serious decline'
Chelsea icon Paul Canoville has been hospitalised after his physical health suffered 'a serious decline'. Canoville, 63, blazed the trail as Chelsea's first black player and became a cult hero for the club, making over 100 appearances during the 1980s. Post-retirement, he has become renowned for his efforts as a campaigner against racism after suffering abuse as a player. The Paul Canoville Foundation was launched in 2015 with this cause in mind, working to improve the lives of young people in London. The Foundation has today come out to reveal a concerning health update about the former winger. 'It is with a heavy heart that I share an update on the health of our founder, Paul Canoville,' a statement read. 'Paul is currently in hospital due to a serious decline in his physical health, which has also taken a significant toll on his mental well-being. 'As someone who has overcome extraordinary challenges throughout his life, Paul remains determined - but he now needs time, care, and space to recover.' The statement adds that Canoville has not been able to keep up public appearances due to this latest health setback, something which has impacted his income. As such, the Foundation has asked for donations to help support both him and the Foundation. 'His recent absence from school visits and, most heartbreakingly, the Show Racism the Red Card reception at Downing Street earlier this week, has been deeply upsetting for him,' the statement continues. 'We also want to prepare friends and supporters that Paul is very unlikely to attend the premiere of the new documentary about his life tomorrow evening (Thursday) at Regent Street Cinema - something he had been immensely looking forward to. 'Out of respect for his need to rest and heal, we kindly ask that people refrain from contacting Paul directly at this time. 'Any messages of support can be shared as comments on our social posts and we will ensure Paul sees these once well enough. Paul's regular public appearances are an important part of his income. 'While he takes this time away, we're asking for donations to help ease that burden and continue the Foundation's impactful work. 'Thank you for your compassion, your understanding, and your continued support.' You can donate to the Foundation through its JustGiving page.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Chelsea icon Paul Canoville in hospital after ‘serious decline in his physical health'
Canoville has been a campaigner against racism and discrimination (Chelsea FC via Getty Images) Former Chelsea winger Paul Canoville is in hospital after 'a serious decline in his physical health'. Canoville was Chelsea's first black player and made over 100 appearances for the Blues in the 1980s. Advertisement He has been a campaigner against racism and discrimination after suffering abuse during his playing days. In 2015, he launched The Paul Canoville Foundation, which works to better lives of young people in London. (Getty Images) The Foundation announced on Wednesday morning via their website that Canoville is in hospital. A statement read: 'It is with a heavy heart that I share an update on the health of our founder, Paul Canoville. 'Paul is currently in hospital due to a serious decline in his physical health, which has also taken a significant toll on his mental well-being. 'As someone who has overcome extraordinary challenges throughout his life, Paul remains determined - but he now needs time, care, and space to recover. Advertisement 'His recent absence from school visits and, most heartbreakingly, the Show Racism the Red Card reception at Downing Street earlier this week, has been deeply upsetting for him. 'We also want to prepare friends and supporters that Paul is very unlikely to attend the premiere of the new documentary about his life tomorrow evening (Thursday) at Regent Street Cinema - something he had been immensely looking forward to. 'Out of respect for his need to rest and heal, we kindly ask that people refrain from contacting Paul directly at this time. 'Any messages of support can be shared as comments on our social posts and we will ensure Paul sees these once well enough. Paul's regular public appearances are an important part of his income. Advertisement 'While he takes this time away, we're asking for donations to help ease that burden and continue the Foundation's impactful work: 'Thank you for your compassion, your understanding, and your continued support.'
RTÉ News
21-04-2025
- Politics
- RTÉ News
INTO President calls on Dept to outline injury scheme
INTO President Carmel Browne has called on the Department of Education to publish a circular outlining the occupational injury scheme to provide support for those injured while on duty, particularly as a result of physical aggression. Speaking at the opening of the trade union's annual congress, she said that the "foot dragging on this has been something else". While Ms Browne welcomed plans by Minister for Education Helen McEntee to roll out some therapeutic supports in special schools, she called for a wider range of services to be rolled out nationally. She said that primary school teachers are not just educators, but "nurturers, problem solvers, role models, mentors". They work "day in, day out" in the face of many challenges such as "supersized classes, the teacher supply crisis, limited resources, financial shortfalls and a lack of forward planning by the Departments of Education, North and South". She also called for an update on claims submitted last August - under a local bargaining clause - to tackle teacher recruitment and retention and make the profession more attractive. Ms Browne acknowledged progress in promoting equality, diversity and inclusion within schools with events such as 'Different Families Same Love', the INTO Pride Flag campaign and 'Show Racism the Red Card' among others. She congratulated the union's LGBT+ group, as it celebrated its 20th anniversary, and also welcomed guarantees that women diagnosed with cancer during or after pregnancy can now defer their maternity leave. The union has launched a detailed list of essential supports for special education. "It is paramount that every child whether they have an additional need, fled from a war-torn country, come from a disadvantaged background or face other barriers to learning have the support they need to thrive and access to a nurturing, affirming learning environment where they can reach their true potential." Tracie Tobin has been the principal of St Michael's Infant School (DEIS Band 1) in Limerick since 2012, and has been teaching there since September 2000. The school has several children in mainstream classes who have a recommendation to attend a special class - but there are not enough places in its two existing special classes for them. She was told that the criteria to open a third special class has changed and that the school does not now qualify. Carmel Browne noted that education is in a period of transformation in the context of global instability. "The Primary Curriculum Framework provides opportunity to create a more holistic, inclusive, flexible learning environment which aims to equip our students with the skills required to navigate the complexities of the 21st century." She finished her address to delegates by expressing solidarity with the children and teachers in Palestine. 'Understaffed, impoverished and overwhelmed' "Understaffed, impoverished and overwhelmed" is how the INTO headlined the conference. "High living costs, limited career incentives, and lack of housing are driving teachers abroad or out of the profession altogether," said INTO General Secretary, John Boyle. The escalating teacher shortage is a key issues along with chronic underfunding of schools and teacher workloads. Mr Boyle said that there are more than 250,000 pupils in classes of 25 or more, and more than 100,000 children are waiting for essential therapies. He said that the core grant for primary schools is €224 per pupil compared with €386 per student at post primary. The Government has conceded to the union's campaign to cut class sizes, targeting an average of 19 pupils in mainstream schools and 15 in DEIS Band 1 schools. However, the INTO says action is needed in the forthcoming budget to deliver on this commitment. According to research carried out by the union, nearly one-third of schools could not fill all of their teaching posts for the 2024/2025 school year, with the crisis most acute in Dublin, Wicklow, and Kildare. To cover absences, 745 unqualified personnel have already been deployed in classrooms this year, with a further 1,103 teachers working outside their area of qualification. Recruitment and retention of teachers is an ongoing issue and, after pay, one of the most cited reasons for leaving is poor pupil behaviour. From low level disruption to violent episodes, the number of teachers who took formal assault leave last year rose to 404. Of those, 106 were primary teachers and 285 were SNAs.
BBC News
30-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bristol in Pictures: Annie Mac, Prince William and Tony Robinson
Well, where to begin? It's all been going on in Bristol this legendary DJ Annie Mac packed them in at Prospect, then the Prince of Wales dropped in at actor and celebrity Bristol City fan Sir Tony Robinson started off a charity walk at Ashton Gate, then, at the same venue, hundreds of people turned out for the Anti Banquet event on Friday round things off, there was a typical Bristol scene on Saturday morning - hot air balloons in the sunshine over the harbour. After dark: DJ royalty visited Bristol last weekend as Annie Mac was the main act for a night of dance music at Prospect in the south east of the city. Job well done: Hundreds of people attended the Anti Banquet event at Ashton Gate on Friday evening. Some of the best chefs in the city gave up their time for the evening, which raises vital money - organisers hope £100,000 this year - for charities tackling food poverty across Bristol. A love story: Romeo and Juliet, directed by Corey Campbell, is bringing a rap, soul and R&B version of the Shakespeare play to Bristol Old Vic until 5 April. On my signal: Prince William the Prince of Wales dropped in to an event aimed at young farmers in Pensford south of Bristol, speaking to the guests and watching some physical challenges, including a tug-of-war. Look up: As soon as the clearer, warmer days arrive you can be sure to see hot air balloons over Bristol. Some passed over the city centre early on Saturday. Red letter day: The Bristol City Robins Foundation and social action group Game Changers dropped in at Everygreen Primary Academy in Easton. Pupils met the Bristol City robin and were encouraged to wear red as part of the Show Racism the Red Card campaign. Match action: Team Bath Netball's first NXT Gen League match in Bristol proved to be a thriller as they were edged out by a last-gasp goal by Manchester Thunder at Clifton College, the visitors winning 50-49. His ship came in: Retired sailor Alan Wilcock, 75, had plenty of reasons to be cheerful after winning £1m on a National Lottery scratchcard. Where better to pose for the cameras than the SS Great Britain? Not to be: Despite a great hit from Romaine Sawyers to make it 1-1, Rovers slipped to a 2-1 defeat against Mansfield at the Mem on Saturday. Lifesavers: Blackadder star Sir Tony Robinson joined a nationwide relay aimed at encouraging football fans to learn how to perform CPR. Sir Tony, a Bristol City fan, started his leg at Ashton Gate as part of the British Heart and Sky Bet campaign. New partnership: SUP Bristol, which runs paddle sports on the harbour, has now become part of the Mendip Adventure Group. David Eddins from Mendip and Tim Trew from SUP posed for the camera to celebrate the news. Read all about it: Children's author and poet Alex Wharton dropped in as more than 60 Emersons Green Primary School pupils joined staff to celebrate South Gloucestershire Council opening open a new children's area at the local library. Let the hunt begin: Bristol Zoo Project and other tourist attractions across the West and South Wales have created one of the biggest Easter egg hunts of the year. From now until 4 April, several golden eggs are being hidden at locations across the regions, one a day. Clues will be placed on the zoo's social media accounts each day and anyone who finds an egg zoo tickets and a toy. Recognition: Consultant Rachael Morris, who works at Weston General Hospital, has been awarded a medal from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine for her "outstanding" work caring for older people. Dr Rebecca Maxwell, chief medical officer for University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, said the trust was "proud" of Rachael's achievement. Going green: Two of the city's business improvement districts (BIDs) have joined forces to help companies make changes as Bristol aims to become a net zero city by 2030. The City Centre and Redcliffe & Temple BIDs are offering advice and support along with the Bristol Climate & Nature Partnership.
