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“They would instead move on to a “youth allowance”, paid at the same level as the standard rate of universal credit, prompting campaigners and MPs to voice concerns over the extent of future support.”

“They would instead move on to a “youth allowance”, paid at the same level as the standard rate of universal credit, prompting campaigners and MPs to voice concerns over the extent of future support.”

“The safety of WA MPs has become a priority issue after federal Victorian independent MP Helen Haines lost both her legs after being rammed allegedly by a constituent driving a four-wheel drive while she was outside her office.”

“Safety concerns and threats have changed ‘dramatically’ for politicians Cabinet minister Mark Butler has said this sitting week offers an opportunity to to discuss ways to keep MPs, their families and staffers safe.”

“In response to concerns being raised by MPs, even before this week, the government today announced it would fund security upgrades at their personal homes.”

“We seem to have a much more carefree attitude towards politicians’ safety than other countries.”

“‘Growing volume of online abuse’ While Barrett and Bush did not allege a motive behind the alleged attack on Haines, which is still under investigation, they made general comments about the rising threat to MPs.”

“But the incident has brought into sharp focus the safety concerns that security agencies and parliamentarians have been warning about for years.”

“Academics, environmentalists and opposition MPs say the bill grants sweeping powers to cabinet while allowing too little time for scrutiny.”

“If the media had focused more on MPs like Haines, maybe those ripples of kindness she has shown would have spread across this vast land, rather than hate and division, which offers nothing but further suffering.”

“Concerns have been raised about how drought affects the UK’s ability to cope with wildfires after MPs were told firefighters struggled for water supplies during this year’s record summer.”

“Most of the axed projects were designed to increase capacity at pinch points where traffic jams occur, cutting motorists’ journey times and boosting growth while reducing accidents.”