The week in parliament. A controversial bill that turns all eu law into british law has passed its first parliamentary test but the battle is far from over. It actually represents the biggest peace time power grab by the executive over the legislature, by the government over parliament, in 100 years. The government rejects accusations that it is riding roughshod over the democratic process. The government of the day must have a realistic opportunity to make progress with its business through the house. The motion that the house is being asked to agree today guarantees that the party with a working majority is able to do exactly that. And for mps worried about a government power grab, theres a lesson in how to tame the executive. I am no friend of the front bench. I thrash them and i lash them thwack, thwack, thwack on a regular basis but first, mps voted on the eu withdrawal bill in the early hours of tuesday morning. A strange time of day to be making big decisions, but the timing pro
The week in parliament. A controversial bill that turns all eu law into british law has passed its first parliamentary test but the battle is far from over. It actually represents the biggest peace time power grab by the executive over the legislature, by the government over parliament, in 100 years. The government rejects accusations that it is riding roughshod over the democratic process. The government of the day must have a realistic opportunity to make progress with its business through the house. The motion that the house is being asked to agree today guarantees that the party with a working majority is able to do exactly that. And for mps worried about a government power grab, theres a lesson in how to tame the executive. I am no friend of the front bench. I thrash them and i lash them thwack, thwack, thwack on a regular basis but first, mps voted on the eu withdrawal bill in the early hours of tuesday morning. A strange time of day to be making big decisions, but the timing pro
With the weather chris, parts of the uk are going to see Something Special tonight. Yes, uk are going to see Something Specialtonight. Yes, its uk are going to see Something Special tonight. Yes, its a decent night for spotting some of this. The Northern Lights, i will be telling you how they form and perhaps more importantly where the best places are for catching a glimpse of this dazzling astronomical display. Also coming up, dont try this at home. The british adventurerflying high ina home. The british adventurerflying high in a camping chair strapped to helium balloons. Hello, this is afternoon live. I am simon mccoy. The uks economy grew slightly more than predicted in the three months to september, increasing the likelihood that the bank of england will increase Interest Rates next week. According to the initial assessment by the office for National Statistics, the economy expanded by 0. 4 , with strong performances in the services and Manufacturing Industries. The construction s
And the people who manage the queens finances have defended their investments, following the revelation that some of her wealth has been placed in two offshore funds. Well bring you the details. Hello, welcome to the programme. Were live until 11 00am. The Prime Minister theresa may is due to give a speech in the next hour on westminster abuse and brexit. Well bring it to you live. Were really keen to hear your thoughts on the unfolding westminster abuse scandal. Is this a Tipping Point when it comes to men in positions of power gcioss comes to men in positions of power across all industries and the way they treat women and sometimes other men. Is this a seminal moment in our country where things really are going to change, where the dinosaurs will leave . Do get in touch use the hashtag victoria live and if you text, you will be charged at the Standard Network rate. Our top story today. 26 people, including several children, have been killed in the latest mass shooting incident in the
In an inspiring the future that i would encourage you to do so because its not only good for the country, its an incredibly enjoyable way to spend some time. Thank you, mr. Speaker. From Cabinet Office figures, 67 of people in the Senior Civil Service were based in london last year with the highest reports in the last five years does of the matter should not accept his policy in moving several service israeli . We are introducing regional hubs for the civil service. Of course, there are many Uk Civil Servants who work in scotland and support the people in scotland. But it is inevitable the large number of Civil Servants in london, considered the capital of United Kingdom, but weve got to make sure they represent the country who they serve. Mr. Speaker, thank you. We know that special advisors are required to submit their emails and their telephone text to public view because thats under the freedom of information. What is the policy of the government on the question of using whatsapp,