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UNHCR slams UK plan for 30-year refugee settlement wait
The UN's refugee agency says the UK's plan to make some refugees wait up to 30 years for settlement raises significant concerns. Campaigners call it inhumane.
Rachel Reeves maps out economic agenda for Burnham government
Former chancellor Rachel Reeves used a Harvard lecture to argue that Britain's economic future lies with Europe. Her…
Henry Nowak family tell of trauma of seeing son handcuffed
The family of murdered student Henry Nowak have spoken of their trauma after seeing police body-worn camera footage…
— Economy
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UK and EU agree draft deal to scrap Brexit food export checks
The draft SPS agreement would remove post-Brexit checks on food exports, potentially boosting the UK economy by £5.1bn a year. Small businesses like Bio&Me have welcomed the move…
Virgin Media O2 to cut thousands of jobs to reduce costs
Virgin Media O2 plans thousands of job cuts amid heavy debt and fierce competition. The union calls it…
Why economic growth promises are a lie, say rebel economists
UK governments have tried many approaches to boost the economy, but none raised growth per person. Rebel economists…
— Member States
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Cambridge scientist killed in Spain train crash was 'a light for all of us'
Dr Marta Shahbazi, a Cambridge scientist, was killed in a train crash in Spain while travelling to accept a scientific award. Her aunt remembered her as 'a light…
Storm Adam floods eastern Spain, UK braces for Storm Austen
Storm Adam dumped record rain on eastern Spain, killing at least five and forcing lockdowns. Meanwhile, the UK…
Briton with severe health issues hides from Sweden deportation
Mark Smith, 60, has gone into hiding in Sweden after being told to leave by 17 October. He…
— Featured
All articles →Australia seeks to change visa deal with UK after influx of Britons
Australia's PM wants to revisit visa rules for British backpackers after numbers doubled, concentrating in Sydney and beach suburbs. He raised the…
🏛️UK police say no authority over Lucy Harrison Texas death case
Cheshire Police say they cannot intervene in the US investigation into Lucy Harrison's death, despite a UK coroner finding she was unlawfully…
💎Ministers vow action after teen sextortion victim took own life
UK ministers have vowed to strengthen online safety after an 18-year-old died by suicide following a sextortion scam. Cai Davies was targeted…
✨Healey's budget cuts put UK green heating targets at risk
Chancellor John Healey's budget cuts have slashed funding for heat pump subsidies and other clean energy schemes, putting Britain's green heating targets…
⚓Yorkshire Water CEO Nicola Shaw resigns after firm gets lowest rating
Yorkshire Water boss Nicola Shaw has stepped down after the firm was rated the lowest for environmental performance. She will be replaced…
🚀Water firms still polluting despite £5bn spend, regulators warn
England's water companies got their worst environmental ratings on record, with eight of nine rated poor or needing improvement. Regulators and ministers…
— Foreign Affairs
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RAF Fairford plot 'coordinated by handler working for Iran'
Two men have been charged after an alleged plot at RAF Fairford that police say was directed by a handler working for…
EU leaders press UK to pay more for Ukraine defence
Brussels is urging the British government to increase its financial contribution to Ukraine's defence in 2027. The EU says it covers 80%…
UK to deploy Typhoon jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks
The UK is sending RAF Typhoon jets to Saudi Arabia for a defensive mission against Houthi missile and drone attacks. The deployment…
— Energy & Climate
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UK homes get low-interest loans for solar panels and heat pumps
A new government-backed scheme offers UK households interest-free or low-interest loans for solar panels, heat pumps and batteries, with no upfront costs.…
UK approves Jackdaw gasfield: what it means for bills and climate
The UK has approved the Jackdaw gasfield in the North Sea, ending years of delays. The decision raises questions about energy bills,…
Labour approves Jackdaw gasfield despite climate criticism
The UK government has approved the Jackdaw gasfield east of Aberdeen, drawing fierce criticism from the Green Party. Labour says the move…
— Opinion
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FLO want it all – and the British girl band believes it's coming
FLO say making their second album was a 'crash course' in music – and now the British girl band is setting their…
Andy Burnham as UK PM: The challenges waiting on his desk
Andy Burnham enters Downing Street facing a bruising economic outlook, NHS waiting lists above 7 million, and a fractured political landscape with…
Claudia Winkleman quits chat show after just one series
Claudia Winkleman is walking away from her BBC chat show after just one series, citing crippling nerves that stopped her from enjoying…