Day Headlines in Politics News: 2025-10-17
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UK emissions would rise under Tory energy plan, Coutinho says (BBC News - Politics 2025-10-17 06:50:09)
The Tory shadow energy secretary argues net zero has become a "religion" that has increased electricity costs. -
Reform UK-led council refuses fracking ban call (BBC News - Politics 2025-10-17 05:40:41)
Lancashire County Council rejects a motion calling on the government to permanently ban fracking. -
Military veterans now able to download digital ID card (BBC News - Politics 2025-10-17 04:09:12)
The rollout can serve as a "case study" for how a wider scheme for all Britons will work, minister says. -
Digital veteran card could be case study for ID rollout, says minister (BBC News - Politics 2025-10-17 04:09:12)
About 1.8 million veterans are eligible for the card which helps proves their status to access services and discounts.