Anushka Asthana
ITV News
United Kingdom
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Amazon strikes: Why the first ever walkout by the company's UK staff matters
Although the action is unlikely to disrupt customers, it has huge implications, as Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana writes. | ITV National News → Read More
Amazon Coventry warehouse staff vote to strike over 50p per hour pay rise in UK first
Amazon workers have voted to go on strike for the first time ever in the UK - after a ballot among hundreds of staff in the company's warehouse in Coventry. → Read More
Rape survivors turn to new 24-7 helpline for support as justice system struggles with delays
A 24-hour helpline for victims of rape and sexual violence is being launched - but survivors warn urgent action is still needed to tackle justice delays. → Read More
Sunak 'doesn't recognise characterisation' of Raab amid bullying claims
Rishi Sunak has hit back at claims around Dominic Raab’s behaviour, saying: 'I don’t recognise that characterisation of Dominic.' | ITV National News → Read More
Why did Boris Johnson not act sooner to remove the whip from Chris Pincher?
Anushka Asthana reports that the decision to appoint Chris Pincher led to at least some resignations from other posts. → Read More
Brexit and Northern Ireland: Is there a solution?
Before provocative legislation is laid down that could override the NI Protocol - how did we get to this point, and is there a solution? | ITV National News → Read More
Will the Queen’s Speech tackle the cost of living crisis?
The prime minister's plan for the year has been set out in a Queen's Speech, delivered by Prince Charles. → Read More
PM's trip to India overshadowed by partygate as poll shows drop in public trust
Polling by YouGov this week shows that 74% of the population see Johnson as 'untrustworthy', and even among Conservative voters, that figure is high - 55%. → Read More
Plans to house Ukrainians in mansions of sanctioned Russian oligarchs face resistance from some MPs
Some MPs and Cabinet ministers argue that property rights are fundamental in the UK and are worried about the precedent the policy could set. | ITV National News → Read More
Why the Home Office's plans for Ukrainian refugees are unlikely to satisfy campaigners
When it comes to the British response to the Ukrainian crisis, Sunday saw the focus turn to the plight of refugees. → Read More
How will the Covid booster rollout work and will the NHS cope under the added pressure?
"All adults to be offered booster jab" was the headline but how will it work and what does it mean for the already pressured health service. | ITV National News → Read More
COP26: How should we feel about the final deal?
Greenpeace’s Jennifer Morgan described the final deal as “meek and weak”, with nowhere near enough to protect the poorest countries. | ITV National News → Read More
COP26: Four key takeaways from the climate change conference draft proposal
Softer language, a nod to 'loss and damage' and more: ITV News Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana breaks down the lengthy report. | ITV National News → Read More
'Our existence might be in jeopardy': How Kiribati is being swallowed by rising seas
Kiribati may look like a tropical paradise but the island, barely two metres above sea level, is destined to become the first victim of climate change. → Read More
Why the Chancellor is determined to push ahead with ending the Universal Credit uplift
Anushka Asthana has the lowdown on the government's key thinking behind scrapping the Universal Credit uplift of £20 a week. → Read More
Last Chance to Save the Planet: UK not prepared for coastal erosion
A leading climate change expert has warned that Britain is failing to adequately prepare for the inevitable impact of global warming on its coastlines. → Read More
Covid: Should we be nervous about this winter? This is what the data shows
Scientists who have spent the past 18 months advising government about Covid-19 are nervous about the winter months. → Read More
Covid: Scientists warn against mass return to offices amid fears of winter crisis
Scientists have warned the NHS may be overwhelmed if the Delta virus surges through schools and offices, Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana writes. → Read More
'My heart aches for Afghanistan': Mother reunited with family as she returns to UK
Layloma Hafizi was knocked unconscious after she tried to make her way through the crowds at Kabul airport, after returning to the country for a funeral. → Read More
UK government hopes technology will lead to carbon-neutral oil drilling
Experts say the exploitation of new oil and gas fields must stop, but Kwasi Kwarteng argued new tech might allow oil to be removed in a carbon-neutral way. → Read More