London council reconnects internet after cyber attack
Kensington and Chelsea Council has restored internet access after a November cyber attack forced systems offline. Recovery is 'slow but safe' with full service expected by summer.
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Socialist Lawyers Launch Class Action Against M&S Post-Hack
Thompsons Scotland is drumming up a class action against Marks & Spencer over a cyber attack, a move critics call 'lawfare' that could cripple the retailer. Read the full analysis.
UK pays compensation to Guantánamo detainee over torture role
Former Attorney General demands explanation after Abu Zubaydah receives payment for UK spy agencies' complicity in his CIA torture. Calls grow for a public apology and full accountability.
UK Manufacturing 'Tipping Point' Warning for 2026
UK manufacturers warn of a competitiveness 'tipping point' due to rising costs, urging the Labour government to deliver on its industrial strategy to prevent investment fleeing overseas.
AI Firm Harvey Lures City Lawyers with £1m+ Deals
AI startup Harvey is shaking up the legal sector, offering compensation packages exceeding £1 million to attract elite lawyers from Magic Circle firms. Discover how this talent war is reshaping the industry.
Croydon garden destroyed by bin lorry, no compensation
A Veolia bin lorry destroyed a South Norwood community garden in March 2025. Volunteers from People for Portland Road are still waiting for promised compensation and a replacement tree nearly a year later.
London council cyber attack recovery to last until summer
Kensington and Chelsea Council reveals full impact of November cyber attack, with systems not fully restored until summer. Key services for vulnerable residents severely disrupted.
Australia Post loses Aboriginal artist's $4,000 painting
Award-winning Aboriginal artist Bobbi Lockyer is devastated after Australia Post lost a valuable commissioned painting. The postal service apologises as the search continues.
Fujitsu boss denies firm is 'parasite on British state'
Fujitsu's European chief has denied MPs' accusations the firm is a 'parasite' as pressure mounts for it to contribute to the £1.8bn Post Office scandal redress. Read the latest.
100k households warned after council cyber attack
Kensington and Chelsea Council warns residents after a November 2025 cyber attack compromised personal data. Follow official advice to protect against scams.
Fujitsu boss denies 'parasite' label over Horizon scandal
Fujitsu's European chief Paul Patterson faced MPs, refusing to name a compensation figure for Post Office Horizon victims while defending £500m in UK government contracts. Read the latest.
London Crypto Firm Pays £1m+ Per Employee
A London-based cryptocurrency trading firm, Wintermute, is paying an average of more than £1 million per employee. Discover how this impacts the finance and crypto talent war.
Jaguar Land Rover sales plunge after cyber-attack
Jaguar Land Rover's wholesale sales plummeted 43.3% last quarter after a cyber-attack halted global production and US tariffs bit. Read the full impact on the UK car giant.
JLR sales tumble after £500m cyber attack hit
Jaguar Land Rover's sales plummeted after a major cyber attack caused £500m in losses and halted production. Discover the full impact on the UK car giant.
JLR sales tumble 25% following major cyber attack
Jaguar Land Rover's retail sales fell by a quarter after a cyber attack halted production. Discover the full financial impact and regional sales breakdown.
BBC pays £28k to Israeli family after unauthorised filming
The BBC has compensated an Israeli family £28,000 after a film crew entered their destroyed home without permission following the October 7 attacks. Read the full story and the broadcaster's apology.
Double murderer awarded £7,500 human rights compensation
Fuad Awale, serving life for murdering two teens, was awarded compensation after the High Court ruled his prison treatment breached his human rights. Read the full story.
Eurostar passengers stranded overnight with no toilets
Eurostar passengers endured a nightmare before New Year, stranded for hours on trains without flushing toilets due to power failures and blocked tracks. Discover your rights to compensation.
18-year fight with Hackney Council over burglary claim
Anthony Burton has spent 18 years seeking compensation from Hackney Council after a burglary where CCTV he paid for was broken. He vows not to give up. Read the full story.
Channel Tunnel chaos: Your rights to refunds
Hundreds of travellers faced disruption due to a Channel Tunnel power fault. Discover your rights to refunds, compensation, and accommodation from Eurostar and LeShuttle.
The Hidden World of Ransomware Negotiations Revealed
When hackers strike, businesses have minutes to respond. We go inside S-RM, the London cybersecurity firm helping high-profile clients navigate ransomware crises and the ethical dilemma of paying up.
Apple Appeals £1.5bn UK App Store Ruling
Apple seeks to overturn a landmark £1.5bn ruling that found it overcharged millions of UK App Store users. If the appeal fails, compensation could be due.
Woman wins €1m after hospital baby switch discovery
A Spanish woman awarded nearly €1 million after discovering she was switched at birth in 2002. The shocking DNA test result revealed her parents were not biologically related. Read the full story.
Passengers Denied Compensation After Airport Disruption
Travellers left hundreds of pounds out of pocket after Stansted fire and Heathrow tunnel closure highlight a major gap in UK passenger rights law. Discover your rights.
Epstein victims condemn DOJ files release as harmful
Victims of Jeffrey Epstein have strongly criticised the US Department of Justice's release of case files, calling the move retraumatising and poorly handled. Read their full statement.
UK Foreign Office hit by cyber-attack in October
Trade minister Chris Bryant confirms a cyber-attack on the Foreign Office in October, but says it's 'not clear' if China was responsible. Read the latest details on the security breach.
Cyber Hackers Target London Council Staff on Microsoft Teams
Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, and Hammersmith & Fulham councils hit by November cyber attack. Staff warned after hackers target individuals via Microsoft Teams. Supplier payments delayed.
UK Foreign Office hit by cyber-attack, China link unclear
Trade Minister Chris Bryant confirms the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office suffered a hack in October. While reports point to a Chinese group, the source remains unconfirmed. Read the latest.
Manchester Arena bombing survivors get £20m payouts
A judge has approved almost £20m in compensation for 16 survivors of the 2017 Manchester Arena bombing who were children at the time. Read the full details of the settlement and the organisations involved.
Westminster Council warns personal data copied by hackers
Westminster City Council confirms hackers likely copied sensitive resident data in a November cyber attack. The council is investigating the breach's full impact. Find out which services are affected and how to get help.
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