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Struggling fish and chip shops to ask Norway for more fish to keep prices under control - Sky News

Chip shops across the UK are asking Norway for more fish to help combat surging costs.

Rising energy bills and increased costs of cooking oil, potatoes and fish due to the war in Ukraine has meant the price of fish and chips has gone up.

Andrew Cook, who is president of the National Federation of Fish Friers, is set to ask for help on behalf of the industry at the Frozen At Sea summit in Alesund, Norway, on Wednesday,

"Most vessel owners in Norway produce headed and gutted fish that is then sent to be processed elsewhere," Mr Crook said.

"I am hoping that I can get them to switch some vessels to produce fillets for my industry, as we need as many as we can get to help keep the price as under control as possible."

He added that the industry expects a 35% tariff on white fish from Russia, which will force the price of all fish up.

"We cannot be so reliant on supplies from one specific nation," he added.

The cost per kilo of Icelandic cod increased from £7.80 in October to £16, while potato costs have increased by 30%, according to the Daily Mirror.

In May, Mr Crook said that chip shops could close due to rising costs and he reiterated his warning again, saying that a third of chippies could shut and "action is needed now to ensure we get through this in the best shape possible".

On 3 March, Tory MP Andrew Bridgen raised the issue in the Commons, telling politicians that "award-winning" fish and chip shops in his constituency have told him "the business outlook has never been more volatile, with record price rises for fish, batter, fat, wrapping paper and of course, energy".

He said: "Many fish and chip shops are worried about whether they are actually going to survive, so, could we have a statement from the government about what action the government is going to take to ensure they protect the future of our fish and chip shops, a great part of British life?"

Commons Leader Mark Spencer jokingly told MPs "I declare an interest in fish and chips," before adding: "Takeaways are a huge part of the night-time economy.

"Those businesses are actually a service they provide to our community and they should be supported.

"I wish not only his fish and chip shop well, but all fish and chip shops all around the country."

Sanctions imposed on Russia at the end of March meant price rises across the global seafood industry.

According to a 2020 report by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations, Russia is one of the largest producers of seafood globally and was the fifth-largest producer of wild-caught fish.

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Don't close the embassy, U.S. ambassador tells Russia - Reuters.com

LONDON, June 6 (Reuters) - Russia should not close the U.S. embassy despite the crisis triggered by the war in Ukraine because the world's two biggest nuclear powers must continue to talk, the U.S. ambassador to Moscow was quoted as saying on Monday.

President Vladimir Putin has cast the invasion of Ukraine as a turning point in Russian history: a revolt against the hegemony of the United States, which the Kremlin chief says has humiliated Russia since the 1991 fall of the Soviet Union.

Ukraine - and its Western backers - says it is fighting for its survival against a reckless imperial-style land grab which has killed thousands, displaced more than 10 million people and reduced swathes of the country to wasteland.

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In a clear attempt to send a message to the Kremlin, John J. Sullivan, the U.S. ambassador appointed by President Donald Trump, told Russia's state TASS news agency that Washington and Moscow should not simply break off diplomatic relations.

"We must preserve the ability to speak to each other," Sullivan told TASS in an interview. He cautioned against the removal of the works of Leo Tolstoy from Western bookshelves or refusing to play the music of Pyotr Tchaikovsky.

His remarks were reported by TASS in Russian and translated into English by Reuters.

Despite the crises, spy scandals and brinkmanship of the Cold War, relations between Moscow and Washington have not been broken off since the United States established ties with the Soviet Union in 1933.

Now, though, Russia says its post-Soviet dalliance with the West is over and that it will turn eastwards.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken last month quipped that he would like to dedicate Taylor Swift's "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" to Putin.

Asked about that remark, Sullivan said: "We also will never break up entirely."

When asked by TASS if the analogy meant that the embassies could be closed, Sullivan said: "They can - there is that possibility, although I think it would be a big mistake.

"As I understand it, the Russian government has mentioned the variant of severing diplomatic relations," he said. "We can't just break off diplomatic relations and stop talking to each other."

Russia's foreign ministry has called in the Moscow bureau chiefs of U.S. media outlets to discuss on Monday what it says are the repercussions of the United States' unfriendly actions.

Tsarina Catherine the Great's refusal to support the British empire when America declared independence laid the ground for the first diplomatic contacts between the United States and St Petersburg, then Russia's imperial capital.

Following the Bolshevik Revolution in October 1917, President Woodrow Wilson refused to recognize Vladimir Lenin's revolutionary government and the U.S. embassy closed in 1919. Relations were not re-established until 1933.

"The only reason I can think of that the United State might be forced to close its embassy would be if it became unsafe to continue its work," Sullivan said.

Asked how relations would develop, Sullivan, a 62-year-old lawyer, said he didn't know but added that he hoped there might one day be a rapprochement.

"If I were to make a bet, I would say perhaps not in my lifetime."

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After 'partygate', UK PM Johnson faces confidence vote - Reuters.com

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LONDON, June 6 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson faced a confidence vote on Monday, after a growing number of lawmakers in the governing Conservative Party questioned the British leader's authority following a "partygate" scandal.

Johnson, who won a sweeping election victory in 2019, has been under growing pressure after he and staff held alcohol-fuelled parties at the heart of power when Britain was under strict lockdowns to tackle COVID-19.

He was met with the chorus of jeers and boos, and some muted cheers, at events to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth in recent days.

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On Monday, the once seemingly unassailable Johnson was also attacked by one-time ally Jesse Norman, a former junior minister who said the prime minister staying in power insulted both the electorate and the party. read more

"You have presided over a culture of casual law-breaking at 10 Downing Street in relation to COVID," he said, adding the government had "a large majority, but no long-term plan".

Norman is one of a growing number of Conservative lawmakers to publicly say that Johnson, 57, has lost his authority to govern Britain, which is facing the risk of recession, rising prices and strike-inflicted travel chaos in the capital London.

Jeremy Hunt, a former health minister who ran against Johnson for the leadership in 2019, said the party knew it was letting the country down. "Today's decision is change or lose," he said. "I will be voting for change." read more

Johnson's anti-corruption champion John Penrose quit. "I think it's over. It feels now like a question of when not if," he told Sky News when asked about Johnson's future.

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Graham Brady, chairman of the party's 1922 Committee that represents rank-and-file Conservative lawmakers, said a vote would be held between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. (1700-1900 GMT) on Monday. read more

"The votes will be counted immediately afterwards. An announcement will be made at a time to be advised," he said.

A spokesperson for Johnson's Downing Street office said the vote would "allow the government to draw a line and move on, delivering on the people's priorities".

"The PM welcomes the opportunity to make his case to MPs (members of parliament) and will remind them that when they're united and focused on the issues that matter to voters there is no more formidable political force."

Johnson, the former London mayor, rose to power at Westminster as the face of the Brexit campaign in the 2016 referendum, and took a tough stance once in power, steering Britain out of the single market and customs union.

Jacob Rees-Mogg, Brexit opportunities minister, told Sky News that completing Britain's departure from the European Union would be "significantly at risk without his drive and energy".

Johnson has recently locked horns with the EU over Northern Ireland, raising the prospect of more barriers for British trade and alarming political leaders in Ireland, Europe and the United States about risks to the province's 1998 peace deal.

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A majority of Conservative lawmakers - or 180 - would have to vote against Johnson for him to be removed - a level some Conservatives say might be difficult to reach. If passed, there would then be a leadership contest to decide his replacement, which could take several weeks.

Lawmakers said they had received letters from the prime minister, in which he asked for their support in the vote.

Several ministers in his cabinet team were swift to put out messages of support for the prime minister, with finance minister Rishi Sunak, like other possible successors, saying Johnson had shown "strong leadership".

"I am backing him today and will continue to back him as we focus on growing the economy, tackling the cost of living and clearing the COVID backlogs," he said on Twitter in what appeared to be a choreographed expression of support.

Bookmaker Ladbrokes put former health minister Hunt as its favourite to replace Johnson if he was ousted, followed by foreign minister Liz Truss, who also tweeted her "100% backing" of the prime minister in Monday's vote. read more

Since the release of a damning report into the so-called "partygate" scandal, which listed fights and alcohol-induced vomiting at lockdown-breaking parties in Downing Street, Johnson and his government had urged lawmakers to move on.

But after parliament took a break last week sending many lawmakers back to their constituencies, or voting regions, several were met by a chorus of complaints over Johnson.

The biting criticism from Norman, who served as a junior minister in the finance ministry between 2019 and 2021, was perhaps the biggest sign that criticism of Johnson had spread beyond a vocal group of so-called rebels.

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Reporting by Elizabeth Piper; Additional reporting by William James, Alistair Smout, William Schomberg and Farouq Suleiman; Editing by Guy Faulconbridge, Kate Holton and Alex Richardson

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Platinum Jubilee: 'Humbled and deeply touched' Queen says she remains 'committed to serving you to the best of my ability' - Sky News

The Queen has said she was "humbled and deeply touched" by celebrations for her Platinum Jubilee, telling the nation that she remains "committed to serving you to the best of my ability"

Her Majesty thrilled thousands of well-wishers by appearing on the balcony of Buckingham Palace at the conclusion of the Jubilee Pageant as the extended bank holiday weekend drew to a close.

And she later thanked the nation in a letter, saying that she hoped that "this renewed sense of togetherness will be felt for many years to come".

Queen and royals appear on Buckingham Palace balcony - live jubilee updates

She said: "When it comes to how to mark seventy years as your Queen, there is no guidebook to follow. It really is a first. But I have been humbled and deeply touched that so many people have taken to the streets to celebrate my Platinum Jubilee.

"While I may not have attended every event in person, my heart has been with you all; and I remain committed to serving you to the best of my ability, supported by my family.

"I have been inspired by the kindness, joy and kinship that has been so evident in recent days, and I hope this renewed sense of togetherness will be felt for many years to come.

"I thank you most sincerely for your good wishes and for the part you have all played in these happy celebrations."

The 96-year-old monarch stood with Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis at the finale of the street pageant outside Buckingham Palace.

The head of state looked at ease on the balcony as she leaned on her stick, now a routine aid following her mobility issues.

The national anthem was then played, as celebrities including Sir David Jason, Harry Redknapp, Sir Cliff Richard, Sandie Shaw and Felicity Kendal joined in a mass rendition of God Save The Queen.

Around 10,000 people, including a cast of 6,000 performers and an array of stars, took part in the 3km pageant from the Palace of Westminster, along Whitehall to Admiralty Arch and down The Mall to the palace and then St James's Park.

The parade told the story of the Queen's life, and the nation, with an eccentric, fun and imaginative carnival-like display, which included a hologram of the monarch waving in the same Gold State Coach which had taken her to and from her coronation in 1953.

After the pageant was over, thousands of members of the public were allowed to walk up The Mall to outside the Queen's official London residence, where they were treated to a much-anticipated second balcony appearance by the monarch, as well as music from Ed Sheeran.

Members of the Royal Family sat in the royal box to watch the pageant but the Queen was only seen later in the day.

Prince William and Kate tweeted their appreciation of today's London event, writing: "Amazing display of street art, theatre, music, sport and more… What a joyous occasion at the #PlatinumJubilee pageant!"

Meanwhile, millions of people across the UK gathered for patriotic street parties, picnics and barbecues, with more than 85,000 Big Jubilee Lunches held to mark her 70 years on the throne.

Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall attended one of the lunches, where they were joined by around 500 other guests for the flagship feast at The Oval cricket ground in south London.

Her Majesty was last seen in public on Thursday as she lit a beacon at Windsor Castle on the first day of the celebrations.

Earlier that day she was seen on the Buckingham Palace balcony to watch a military flypast, joined by other working royals.

The Queen was unable to attend Friday's thanksgiving service at St Paul's Cathedral and also the Epsom Derby on Saturday due to her mobility problems.

She watched Saturday night's Platinum Party at the Palace from Windsor Castle.

But she also played a starring role, appearing at the beginning of the party coverage in a pre-recorded comic sketch with Paddington Bear, where she revealed, like the furry character, she is partial to a marmalade sandwich.

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During the party outside Buckingham Palace, the monarch received affectionate tributes from the Prince of Wales and national figures, and there was music from the likes of Sir Rod Stewart, Diana Ross and Duran Duran.

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Man rescued from Thames after being Tasered by police - Sky News

A man who was rescued from the Thames after being Tasered by police is in a critical condition.

Officers were called at 9am on Saturday to a report of a disturbance on Chelsea Bridge Road in London where the man, believed to be in his 40s and reportedly armed with a screwdriver, was shouting.

He was challenged by police on the bridge and was Tasered but the force said this "did not enable the officers to safely detain him".

Met Police said the man "subsequently entered the river", after which the RNLI rescued him and he was taken to hospital.

The Met's Directorate of Professional Standards will investigate while the police watchdog, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), has had the case referred to them.

Detective Chief Inspector Rory Wilkinson of the Met’s Central West BCU said: "My thoughts are with this man, who is extremely unwell in hospital. Officers are making every effort to make contact with his family.

"I understand that there are always concerns about incidents in which people come to harm having been in contact with police.

"All Met officers know that they are accountable for their actions, and a full investigation is under way to establish exactly what happened."

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2022-06-04 16:30:03Z
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Thunderstorm warning in place for UK as Met Office says some areas could be hit by flooding and lightning strikes - Sky News

Weather warnings were in place for much of the UK on Saturday morning, with some areas at risk of heavy rain, flooding and lightning strikes.

The warnings were later lifted but a further warning is in place for Sunday, with thunderstorms possible across much of England.

A break in rainfall is expected to benefit concert-goers at the BBC's Platinum Party at the Palace on Saturday night.

A yellow thunderstorm weather warning was in place for much of southern England until around 10am on Saturday, with a risk of flooding, damage to building, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds.

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Met Office meteorologist Steven Keates said: "It will be late evening so I think for events in London I wouldn't want to completely discount a shower for, say, the Party at the Palace.

"I think at the moment it looks like a mostly dry picture and quite pleasant conditions."

He added that those who remained out in the capital after the show faced an "increasing risk" of being caught in rain.

Scotland, meanwhile, is likely to see a sunny day with a high of 23C in the West Highlands and dry conditions continuing into Sunday.

The Met Office is warning that thunderstorms developing over parts of England and Wales from early Sunday may cause travel disruption and, in a few places, flooding.

The yellow warning extends from the south coast of England to north of Manchester, covering a large part of the UK.

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Thunderstorm warning in place for UK as Met Office says some areas could be hit by flooding and lightning strikes - Sky News

Weather warnings remain in place for much of the UK on Saturday morning, with some areas at risk of heavy rain, flooding and lightning strikes.

However a break in rainfall is expected to benefit concert-goers at the BBC's Platinum Party at the Palace on Saturday night.

A yellow thunderstorm weather warning is in place for much of southern England until 10am on Saturday, with a risk of flooding, damage to building, lightning strikes, hail or strong winds.

A second weather warning could still be issued for heavy rain, hail, and lightning across southern and central England and Wales for the evening, but the Met Office has said it will review the situation on Saturday morning.

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Met Office meteorologist Steven Keates said: "It will be late evening so I think for events in London I wouldn't want to completely discount a shower for, say, the Party at the Palace.

"I think at the moment it looks like a mostly dry picture and quite pleasant conditions."

He added that those who remained out in the capital after the show faced an "increasing risk" of being caught in rain.

Scotland, meanwhile, is likely to see a sunny day with a high of 23C in the West Highlands and dry conditions continuing into Sunday.

Sunday is expected to remain wet across southern and central England and Wales, with rain moving north as the day goes on. As the rain moves away, southern England will see some sunshine.

Saturday will see warm temperatures of around 19C and sunshine in Northern Ireland, with some cloud in the south. On Sunday, the skies will get cloudier with potential for rain in southern parts.

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