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MSP apologises for hurt caused by rape 'demonisation' comments
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BBC Politics10 Aug 2026
MSP apologises for hurt caused by rape 'demonisation' comments
Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan is facing criticism from rape survivors groups and politicians over a podcast interview.
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Sky News Politics10 Aug 2026
Scottish Greens MSP criticised over rape 'spectrum' comments
A Scottish Greens MSP has been criticised over their comments about the "demonisation of rape" and how the crime exists on a "spectrum".
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The Guardian Politics10 Aug 2026
Thames Water faces row over £1m payment to finance chief
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The Guardian Politics9 Aug 2026
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Labour finally admits U-turn on Ed Miliband's Net Zero 'lunacy'
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Council by-election results from yesterday and forthcoming contests
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The Guardian Politics6 Aug 2026
Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as workers push for recognition
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