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Ex-Cabinet minister Chloe Smith to stand down as MP at next election

The former work and pensions secretary has held the Norwich North seat since 2009.

The Independent UK

Vic leaders square off in election debate

Victoria's major party leaders have sparred over energy, integrity and health in the first and only debate between the pair ahead of the November 26 election.

AAP

‘Not here to have a fight’: Victorian political leaders ditch aggression for debate amid cut-throat campaign

Offered opportunities to attack in Sky News debate, Daniel Andrews and Matthew Guy each sought to be more civil than the other

The Guardian - AU

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Met Police officer charged with assaulting 14-year-old in Brentwood

The incident took place on Hanging Hill Lane (pictured)

Evening Standard

MPs criticise guidance allowing them to claim Christmas party expenses

Several MPs say they will not claim for festive gatherings, with Jess Phillips calling advice ‘stupid’

The Guardian - UK

MPs criticise rules allowing them to claim expenses for Christmas parties

A rule change will allow MPs to claim for refreshments and decorations, although taxpayers’ money can not be used for alcohol.

The Independent UK

MPs hit out at 'tone-deaf' move to allow them to claim Christmas parties on expenses

MPs have slammed a move which will see them be able to put the cost of staff Christmas parties on their expenses for the first time.

The National (Scotland)

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Pensioners can earn more before Christmas

The limit an aged pensioner can earn before losing their benefits has been increased by $4000 over the next year.

AAP

Labor fast-tracks territory rights vote to increase chance of passing workplace laws this year

Crossbench senator David Pocock says the two extra sitting days approved by the Senate to pass legislation is ‘a start’ but more time is needed

The Guardian - AU

Prayut's future still under wraps after report of crucial meeting

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's political future remained under wraps on Tuesday, with key members of the Sam Mitr faction of the Palang Pracharath party (PPRP) tight-lipped over the prospect of his joining the Ruam Thai Sang Chart party led by Pirapan Salirathavibhaga.

Bangkok Post

MPs allowed to spend thousands on Christmas parties paid for by taxpayer

Food, drink and decorations can all be expensed under new guidance dubbed ‘bonkers’

The Independent UK

King of Bahrain Reappoints Crown Prince as PM, Forms New Govt

Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued a Royal Order on Monday appointing Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander, as Prime Minister. Prince Salman expressed his gratitude to King Hamad on the appointment, pledging to continue assuming his responsibility to the fullest. He…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Word from The Hill: Industrial relations bill, Victoria's election, and imminent report on Morrison's multi-ministries

As well as her interviews with politicians and experts, Politics with Michelle Grattan includes “Word from The Hill”, where she discusses the news with members of The Conversation politics team.

The Conversation

Momentum in financial peril after leftwing exodus from Labour

Grassroots group launches fundraiser with membership down a third from Corbyn years

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Tuesday briefing: Why European leaders don’t want a ‘Swiss-style’ deal for the UK

In today’s newsletter: Many in Britain now yearn for closer ties to the EU, but what does the European Union want? Our Brussels correspondent explains what the story’s really about

Reuters

Malaysia's incumbent ruling coalition agrees to be opposition

Malaysia's incumbent ruling coalition said on Tuesday it agreed to be in opposition after deciding not to support any coalition to form a government.

AAP

Labor rams through bills before Christmas

The Senate will sit for two extra days and for longer to pass all the government's legislation before parliament rises for the final time this year.

The Guardian - UK

People are dying waiting for social care. Wealthy people’s inheritance issues are not a priority

A cap on the amount individuals pay ignores the much greater needs of those who get no care at all, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

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Victorian Labor accuses 'Greens-dominated' council of sabotage in tightly fought Northcote

An inner-city Melbourne council is temporarily ordered not to take down any political signage in a key battleground seat just days out from the Victorian state election. The Greens deny any involvement, accusing Labor of "misleading characterisations".

The Guardian - AU

Police clear Victorian MP who told protesters that Daniel Andrews should become ‘red mist’

Upper house MP Catherine Cumming did not commit offence during speech about state’s premier

The National (Scotland)

A no judgment will be the final nail in the Union’s coffin

AS a Member of Parliament based most of the week in Westminster, I often get the chance to sound out Tories’ informal views on certain issues.

The National (Scotland)

SNP MPs and activists are set to head to Supreme Court on Decision Day

SNP MPs and activists are set to head to the Supreme Court ahead of the decision on whether Scotland can hold a second independence referendum…

AAP

Peters rules out NZ Labour, lashes Ardern

The path to a third term for Jacinda Ardern's government has been made a little shakier after her former deputy Winston Peters ruled out working with Labour.

ABC News

Police will not press charges after MP called for Daniel Andrews to become 'red mist'

Police say no charges will be laid, after investigating comments from independent MP Catherine Cumming, who told a Melbourne rally Premier Daniel Andrews should be turned into "red mist".

Daily Record

Supreme Court independence referendum case: Four rulings that judges could make

The Scottish and UK governments will find out on Wednesday, November 23 the outcome of the Supreme Court case.

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