When Joe Biden introduced the three-phase peace plan for Israel and Palestine many people will have felt hope. Hope that such a rational plan with American backing would put an end to the war in Gaza. A six-week ceasefire, followed by a permanent ceasefire, withdrawal of the Israeli army, exchanges of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners and after that, a major reconstruction effort: it would seem that all bases are covered.
THIS week the government announced changes to entitlements for Ukrainian refugees which will come into play by the end of January. This means that Ukrainians who arrive after that date will only be entitled to €38.80 a week, as opposed to the current rate of €220. Furthermore