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16/11/2011
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UK Soldier Killed By Afghan Bomb
A soldier from 2nd Battalion The Rifles has died from an explosion in southern Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence has revealed. The death brings the number of British military fatalities in Afghanistan since 2001 to 386. The soldier was serving with the 1st Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment and was in the Mirmandab region of Nahr-e Saraj when he was killed by a bomb. The soldier's family has been informed. Task Force Helmand spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Gordon Mackenzie said: "The loss of this brave soldier has affected us all. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this very difficult time."
Labour Leader Tells Cameron To 'Start Listening'
The Labour Leader has told David Cameron to "start listening, take some responsibility and change course" after employment figures showed a further rise of those on benefits. Mr Cameron said the Government should adopt Labour's five point plan for jobs and growth, showing it can take action to get the economy moving again and get young people back to work. Speaking during a visit to Liebherr Cranes in Sunderland, Mr Miliband said: "This is a terrible day for Britain with the news that the number of young people who cannot find work has risen over one million. Instead of blaming everyone else and trying to find excuses in the eurozone, the Government should recognise that the British economy has been flatlining for a year - long before this recent crisis began. If the Government fails to do that and sticks to a plan that is hurting but not working, it will prove it is totally out of touch with the needs of business, with the needs of young people and the needs of our country."
Sea France Suspend Cross-Channel Services
Sea France have suspended all of its cross-channel ferry services. Passengers are being transferred to alternative sailings, but these may depart from other ports. Customers should call Sea France on +44 (0)845 458 0666 for further information and allow extra time for your journey. The suspension is expected to last for 48 hours pending the decision of the court.
(DW)
A soldier from 2nd Battalion The Rifles has died from an explosion in southern Afghanistan, the Ministry of Defence has revealed. The death brings the number of British military fatalities in Afghanistan since 2001 to 386. The soldier was serving with the 1st Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment and was in the Mirmandab region of Nahr-e Saraj when he was killed by a bomb. The soldier's family has been informed. Task Force Helmand spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Gordon Mackenzie said: "The loss of this brave soldier has affected us all. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this very difficult time."
Labour Leader Tells Cameron To 'Start Listening'
The Labour Leader has told David Cameron to "start listening, take some responsibility and change course" after employment figures showed a further rise of those on benefits. Mr Cameron said the Government should adopt Labour's five point plan for jobs and growth, showing it can take action to get the economy moving again and get young people back to work. Speaking during a visit to Liebherr Cranes in Sunderland, Mr Miliband said: "This is a terrible day for Britain with the news that the number of young people who cannot find work has risen over one million. Instead of blaming everyone else and trying to find excuses in the eurozone, the Government should recognise that the British economy has been flatlining for a year - long before this recent crisis began. If the Government fails to do that and sticks to a plan that is hurting but not working, it will prove it is totally out of touch with the needs of business, with the needs of young people and the needs of our country."
Sea France Suspend Cross-Channel Services
Sea France have suspended all of its cross-channel ferry services. Passengers are being transferred to alternative sailings, but these may depart from other ports. Customers should call Sea France on +44 (0)845 458 0666 for further information and allow extra time for your journey. The suspension is expected to last for 48 hours pending the decision of the court.
(DW)
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