UK Treasury’s cost-saving unit is ‘poorly defined with a vague remit’, say MPs

Committee demands transparency on costs and delivery of the new Office for Value for Money

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UK MPs withdraw report criticising current Bangladesh regime over ‘bias’

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Shein accused of ‘not respecting’ UK MPs in grilling on labour practices

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The Hill - Jan. 7
Chris Mason: Musk looms large over UK as MPs return for 2025

Another year in Westminster has got off to an explosive start after the tech billionaire's intervention.
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