Politics latest: Minister defends impending council tax hikes - as Miliband sets red line for Heathrow plan
A minister has defended the decision to allow several local authorities to raise council tax by more than the usual maximum amount. Meanwhile, Ed Miliband has insisted controversial plans to expand Heathrow will only go ahead if they fit within the government's climate targets.
Bill for tougher laws on unlicensed driving passes first Commons hurdle
Labour MP Will Stone has received permission from MPs to introduce a bill to make causing death while driving without a licence or insurance a specific criminal offence after pre... [2169 chars]
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