Mr Dowden also said government would spend ‘whatever is required’ on scheme By Jason Grove Political Editor Published: 23:15 GMT, 17 December 2023 | Updated: 00:21 GMT, 18 December 2023 Oliver Dowden yesterday vowed the Government will spend ‘whatever is required’ to deport Channel migrants to Rwanda – as he extended an olive branch to … Read more
Rishi Sunak hails Lionesses’ stunning semi-final win but No10 pours cold water on hopes of a Bank Holiday to celebrate if England scoops the World Cup on Sunday By James Tapsfield, Political Editor For Mailonline Published: 16:32 BST, 16 August 2023 | Updated: 17:12 BST, 16 August 2023 Rishi Sunak hailed the Lionesses’ semi-final win … Read more
Labour accused of failing to tackle ‘bully’ Gordon Brown: Oliver Dowden points to allegations former PM threw phones, pens and a printer towards staff following criticism over Dominic Raab’s resignation Oliver Dowden put Labour on the spot about the woeful record by its own MPs Ahead of 2010 general election, Mr Brown faced string of … Read more
Alarmageddon? No, just keep calm and carry on, urges new Deputy PM: Public told they can ‘simply swipe away’ Government emergency alert set to be emitted to millions of phones today By Jane Wharton Published: 01:51 BST, 23 April 2023 | Updated: 01:57 BST, 23 April 2023 The public have been assured they can ‘simply … Read more
Returning the ‘Elgin Marbles’ to Greece would be a ‘very dangerous and slippy road’, according to Culture Secretary Michelle Donelan. The Cabinet minister suggested handing back the 2,500-year-old sculptures would spark a wave of demands for the return of other artefacts held in Britain. ‘Where does that end?,’ asked Ms Donelan, as she highlighted how … Read more
‘Rhodes must NOT fall!’ Oxford plaque commemorating imperialist which sparked years of protests could be given listed status ‘so future generations can learn all aspects of city’s heritage’ The memorial at Oriel College is said to be considered vulnerable to vandalism Historic England says the Cecil Rhodes plaque does not merit legal protection Culture Secretary … Read more
DAILY MAIL COMMENT: Nadine Dorries’ promise of changes to the Online Safety Bill go a long way towards defending journalism and limiting the threat to freedom of expression By Daily Mail Comment Published: 22:43 GMT, 16 March 2022 | Updated: 22:58 GMT, 16 March 2022 The Mail welcomes Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries’ promise yesterday of … Read more
Rishi Sunak leads furious Cabinet revolt over Operation Red Meat plan to scrap BBC licence fee: Ministers including Therese Coffey blast Nadine Dorries for announcing end of £159 payment in a weekend tweet The Chancellor is said to have hit out at the speed of the announcement Pensions Secretary Therese Coffey also voiced unhappiness at … Read more
Cabinet minister Nadine Dorries was today questioned whether the BBC will still exist in a decade – as she accused the broadcaster of nepotism and elitism. The Culture Secretary demanded change at the organisation, saying its staff needed to reflect a wider demographic than just people ‘whose mum and dads work there’. Speaking at a … Read more
Loss-making Channel 4 ‘is to be sold off by ministers next year’: Broadcaster could be lined up for privatisation as Netflix era transforms the TV market Channel 4 could be lined up for privatisation as early as next year, it emerged A sell-off has been mooted in the past but plans are being sped up … Read more
Culture secretary Oliver Dowden reinforces Government’s commitment to Online Harms Bill during visit to League One club Charlton Dowden reinforced commitment to introducing the Online Harms Bill He met members of Charlton’s men and women’s squad and staff on Tuesday English football has been rocked by an alarming increase in online abuse By Sami Mokbel for … Read more
End of mobile phone blindspots… but masts will be 16 FOOT taller: Minister says proposals to let telecom firms expand the size of masts would ‘propel villages and towns out of the digital dark ages’ New Government plans aim to build larger mobile phone masts in rural areas It is hoped the new masts would … Read more
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden slams ‘sneering’ mockery of minister’s union flag and Queen portrait by BBC presenters during interview Oliver Dowden joined criticism of BBC hosts mockery of minister’s union flag Culture Secretary said sometimes the comments descended into ‘sneering’ Government issued guidance for union flags to be flown on buildings every day By James … Read more