Robert Bush, a funeral director accused of lying to families about the burial of their loved ones, faces sentencing today. His victims say he has never once expressed remorse for his actions.
A new IoD survey reveals that 57% of UK business leaders want the government to prioritise its relationship with the EU. The findings pile fresh pressure on Labour as it tries to reset ties with Brussels without reopening the Brexit debate.
Fifty women have come forward to tell the BBC they were pressured or coerced by their partners into having sex with strangers through swinging. Their accounts are prompting fresh calls for better recognition of sexual coercion within relationships.
Angela Rayner has refused to repay £16,876 in ministerial severance pay after returning to the cabinet as housing secretary just weeks after leaving government. The row has put fresh pressure on politicians to reform rules critics say amount to a taxpayer-funded revolving door.
Campaigners challenging the government’s use of a former RAF base to house 540 asylum seekers faced down ministers in the High Court on Tuesday. The case could reshape how large accommodation sites are approved across England.
Andy Burnham’s team is acutely aware of the financial risks facing Greater Manchester Combined Authority as ambitious transport and public service plans strain a tightening budget. Senior officials are urging caution even as the mayor pushes forward with his signature Bee Network expansion.
A 28-year-old man has been charged with the murder of former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe, one of Britain’s most recognisable political figures. The charge follows an investigation by detectives and marks a major development in a case that has shocked the country.
Thames Water creditors are gearing up for a major legal battle if nationalisation goes ahead, demanding full repayment of debts running into the multi-billions. The threat could make any government takeover far more costly than ministers anticipated.
Andy Burnham has built a political identity that defies easy Labour categorisation, from hardline devolution economics to a notably tough line on immigration. As his national ambitions grow, understanding where he really stands has never mattered more.
Andy Burnham’s economic blueprint promises public ownership, devolved power, and a fairer deal for workers — but critics say the numbers don’t stack up. We examine whether his Greater Manchester model can really go national.
