Chamber UK

From the Council to the Commons, Chamber publishes and broadcasts political insight & analysis from around the UK. Partnership with policy institute @CuriaUK.

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Is @thameswater one step closer to nationalisation? The Environment Secretary, @EmmaforWycombe has formally objected to its £10bn rescue deal, warning it doesn’t do enough for customers or the environment - potentially torpedoing the last private lifeline and pushing it towards state control.

[Zahra Shah @ZahraSh00153113]

Please watch the @UKAIofficial Women in AI Podcast with Heather Adams at @Accenture, who explores how real-time AI interventions are transforming the battle against fraud, scams, and financial crime to safeguard customers before any damage is done.

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📵The UK government has announced a social media ban for under-16s, due to take effect in Spring 2027.

While there is broad agreement that online harms must be tackled, debate continues over whether blanket bans are the answer.

Our analysis draws on the insights of Dr Sanjiv Nichani OBE, @NSPCCChris, @jimsteyer and @_andyburrows

https://t.co/azT4aDsBEv

[Chamber UK @ChamberVoice]

Ahead of today’s NHS Modernisation Bill briefing webinar, Founder and CEO of THRIVE, Jonathan Rowley writes on why structural reform alone will not transform the NHS.

Read here: https://t.co/oGb4BHG5XM

Register: https://t.co/Gtp1bwL0zr

[Ben Howlett @benhowlettuk]

Really enjoyed the Mighty Hike from Windsor raising money for the amazing @macmillancancer with Kate Robinson, @joshuajjones1, & @emilyhewertson 🥾💚 Still time to donate if you feel able to do so: https://t.co/hVI68FoTE5

[Chamber UK @ChamberVoice]

“I am not prepared to compromise on the safety of our children”. The Prime Minister announces a full social media ban for all under-16s. Sir @Keir_Starmer thanks those who worked on the consultation and says “he feels for this generation” and parents too.

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Ahead of his speech on the @LibDems position on the EU on Wednesday, @EdwardJDavey signals a push for closer EU ties, arguing Brexit has cost the UK billions and weakened defence cooperation. He calls for rebuilding relationships with Europe and getting “back at the table” on joint security and defence initiatives. #bbclaurak

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Leader of the @LibDems, @EdwardJDavey demands transparency on defence funding, pushing for figures to be released and proposing ideas like a £20bn defence bond - as created by Governments in the EU. He warns to #bbclaurak the UK must reach 3% of GDP on defence this decade as threats grow and delays risk national security. 1/2

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Conservatives double down on a social media ban for under‑16s. Shadow Defence Secretary, @jcartlidgemp argues it’s about “setting a clear direction” even if enforcement is difficult. He says tech firms have failed to act, and government must step in despite concerns kids will find ways around it. 2/2

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“We need another £28bn for defence” Shadow Defence Secretary, @jcartlidgemp admits to #bbclaurak he hasn’t yet found all the money. He says welfare cuts will be “a big part” of funding it, despite warnings the numbers are on “shaky foundations”. 1/2

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“I want to see a focus on hand ups not hand outs” on welfare, says former Defence Minister @AlistairCarns after he resigned over defence spending and called for more money to come from welfare. He confirms to #bbclaurak he was not involved in the Defence Investment Plan.

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Former Defence Minister and Labour leadership contender, @AlistairCarns comments on #bbclaurak on major overnight UK operation: Royal Marines, backed by the Navy & RAF, boarded and secured a vessel at sea. He says earlier action was constrained by Russian monitoring in the Channel and the need to target the right ship.

[Chamber UK @ChamberVoice]

“If tech companies won’t keep children safe, they lose the right to market to them.” @lisanandy strikes a hard line on social media regulation. Expect push back from tech companies from next week. 5/5

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Culture Secretary, @lisanandy on #bbclaurak: Seizing a Russian-linked tanker is a “first of its kind” move to hit Putin’s war finances - targeting the shadow fleet moving oil through UK waters. Says it’s about making sure Britain doesn’t carry the cost of Ukraine alone. 1/5

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Culture Secretary, @lisanandy hints to #bbclaurak at major action on tech as soon as Monday: under‑16 social media restrictions being “seriously considered”, saying kids are being pulled into “toxic” spaces too young. 4/5

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

In the early hours of this morning, I directed our Armed Forces to intercept a shadow fleet oil tanker attempting to pass through the English Channel.

This successful operation delivers yet another blow to Russia and reminds those fueling Putin's war in Ukraine that we will not let them hide.

I want to thank those involved, including our Armed Forces and law enforcement officers who keep this country safe 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

[Zahra Shah @ZahraSh00153113]

Please watch the @UKAIofficial #WomeninAI #Podcast featuring Emma Beattie, that explores how AI can help individuals perform their best work by reducing cognitive load and structuring thinking. It also highlights how AI can make work more accessible, particularly for neurodivergent employees, navigating systems that were not originally designed for them.

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