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Local elections 2025: Ask John Rentoul anything in exclusive Q&A
The Independent’s chief political commentator is here to answer your local elections questions – from which seats matter to whether Reform can turn headlines into votes
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‘A myth’: Independent readers reject the UK-US ‘special relationship’
Our community share their views on the UK–US "special relationship" – from calls for a shift towards Europe and criticisms of subservience, to the belief that the bond was always a myth
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Madman’s dream or breath of fresh air? Readers split on petrol car ban
Our community share their views on the 2030 petrol car ban, from fears of ‘crippling infrastructure costs’ to hopes for ‘cleaner air and smarter incentives’
Readers have their say on Gen Z’s turn to Christianity
Our community share their views on Gen Z’s growing interest in Christianity – from hope that young people are seeking meaning and community, to concerns over the rise of politicised religion and fear of faith being used for control
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