EU institutions, UK-EU relations, and Brexit aftermath
An elderly woman has been left unable to be alone after her carer screamed “I hope you die in your sleep” at her in a shocking act of abuse. Louise Harris appeared in court over the cruel attack on Elizabeth Anne Shipton, who has been left permanently traumatised.
Police have closed their review into Green Party leader Adrian Ramsay after he re-posted a guillotine image on social media. Ramsay called it an inadvertent mistake — now officers say no further action will be taken.
Andy Burnham has refused to rule out tax rises to fix England’s social care system as the prime minister fast-tracks a national review. Cross-party talks are set for this week amid warnings that over 1.5 million people are waiting for a care needs assessment.
George Cottrell, Reform UK’s chief of staff, transferred $2 million to his mother shortly before she donated large sums to the party. The revelations are deepening scrutiny over the party’s funding sources ahead of a critical electoral period.
Robert Jenrick has laid out what he calls a comprehensive blueprint to revive the British economy, placing himself firmly to the right on fiscal policy. The proposals come as the Conservative leadership contest enters its most critical phase.
Forty years have passed since 25-year-old estate agent Suzy Lamplugh disappeared in Fulham, and police say they’re no closer to closing the case. Detectives are appealing for fresh information as the anniversary of her disappearance brings renewed attention to one of Britain’s most haunting unsolved mysteries.
Richard Hammond has been fined £999 after being caught speeding twice in Herefordshire within three weeks, magistrates have heard. The Grand Tour presenter also received six penalty points on his licence.
Economists and analysts gathered at the latest UKICE Lunch Hour to dissect how political instability is weighing on UK economic performance. With GDP growth below 1% and business investment lagging, the event raised hard questions about what comes next.
Robert Bush’s sentencing hearing heard how the funeral director left bodies unburied and stored remains in conditions likened to a horror scene. At least 35 families were affected by what prosecutors called a betrayal of trust on an industrial scale.
Andy Burnham has appointed Bridget Phillipson as Labour Party chair, bringing her back into the fold after her narrow defeat to Lucy Powell in the deputy leadership race. The move sets up a closely watched working relationship at the top of the party.
