Powersharing talks resume amid fears over impact of Tory/DUP deal
Talks to restore powersharing in Northern Ireland will resume later amid uncertainty over the impact of the anticipated Democratic Unionist/Conservative parliamentary deal.
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Tory MSP dismisses call for more oil and gas sector cash
The oil and gas industry doesn't need further tax breaks in this week's Westminster budget, according to Scottish Conservative energy spokesman Alexander Burnett.
Ken Clarke caught criticising Energy Minister Leadsom in off-air conversation
Conservative party heavyweight Ken Clarke has been caught on film criticising candidates to be the next leader of the UK, including Energy Minister Andrea Leadsom.
Energy Minister Andrea Leadsom puts immigration at heart of leadership bid
Energy Minister Andrea Leadsom has launched her bid for the Tory crown by declaring she will give Britain its freedom back.
Energy Minister odds-on favourite to become May’s rival in Tory leadership race
Energy Minister Andrea Leadsom is odds-on to become Home Secretary Theresa May’s rival in the Conservative leadership race, as MPs continue to declare their support.
Budget 2016: Cut North Sea tax, demands top Tory
This week is a vital one for the North Sea, and the thousands who depend on it for their jobs.
Tory MP claims Church of England should invest in fossil fuels
The Church of England should “put aside the Greenpeace manuals” and invest in fossil fuels, a Tory MP has said. Climate change sceptic David TC Davies (Monmouth) told Church commissioners to look at the Bible’s Parable of the Talents, which is about making wise investments.