More Tories joined the revolt on coronavirus curbs today – despite suggestions Commons rules could save Boris Johnson from an humiliating defeat this week. The PM is struggling to quell growing fury from his own MPs over the restrictions and the lack of parliamentary scrutiny. There are claims that up to 100 are ready to … Read more
‘Ground Control to first officer Bob Blackman’: Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle can’t resist repeatedly poking fun at Harrow East Tory MP and his pilot-like headset during Parliamentary appearances Bob Blackman has contributed to Parliament virtually since lockdown in March His headset and microphone have led Speaker to jokingly refer to him as a pilot … Read more
‘Okay Google. Play, Aerosmith.’ ‘Sure, here’s The Smiths on Spotify.’ Since the start of the year, our home has contained two Google Nest Mini devices. They came free with two Fitbits I bought and my wife was adamant that we wouldn’t use them in the home. But, we have. We have one upstairs and one … Read more
Former Commons speaker John Bercow has made more than £500,000 since leaving his Parliamentary position Mr Bercow’s company, called Fedhead Limited, made £547,664, records show The company owed £181,171, including tax and social security of £157,647 Bercow signed up with JLA Speaker Bureau whose speakers can often earn £25k By Joe Middleton For Mailonline Published: … Read more
MPs should be tested for coronavirus EVERY DAY to keep the House of Commons running, says Speaker Lindsay Hoyle House of Commons Speaker has backed daily coronavirus testing for MPs Sir Lindsay Hoyle suggested it as way of returning chamber closer to normality It would mean MPs being tested more frequently than NHS or care … Read more
The super portable and highly-rated Ultimate Ears BOOM 3 Bluetooth Speaker is currently 20% off in the Amazon End of Summer Sale By Emily Scrivener For Mailonline Published: 11:38 BST, 24 August 2020 | Updated: 11:38 BST, 24 August 2020 A wireless Bluetooth speaker is a great way of bringing your music with you wherever … Read more
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich said he’s tipping President Trump to defeat Joe Biden in a landslide victory this November. The 77-year-old made the declaration of confidence during an interview with Fox News on Saturday night, assuring viewers the chances of Trump retaining his role as commander-in-chief are looking very good. ‘I’m predicting that it … Read more
Amazon’s bestselling and most popular smart speaker, the 3rd generation Echo Dot is now under £30 By Corinna Burton For Mailonline Published: 13:03 BST, 3 August 2020 | Updated: 13:03 BST, 3 August 2020 Amazon’s bestselling and most popular smart speaker, the 3rd generation Echo Dot with Alexa voice control is a must-have smart device … Read more
The Lord Speaker has urged the Prime Minister to stop creating ‘mass’ peerages and labelled the size of the upper chamber ‘ridiculous’ following the nomination of 36 appointees. Boris Johnson was accused of ‘the worst kind of cronyism’ after putting forward his brother Jo Johnson, several Tory grandees and his chief strategic adviser for peerages. … Read more
Amazon shoppers are going wild for the sound quality of the ENACFIRE SoundBar Portable Wireless Speaker AND it’s now just £29.99 By Emily Scrivener For Mailonline Published: 13:57 BST, 28 July 2020 | Updated: 13:57 BST, 28 July 2020 Buying a speaker can be a bit of a minefield. With so many devices out there … Read more