Unfinished Gun Register Scrutinised After Bondi Attack
A national firearms register, promised after Port Arthur, remains incomplete. Experts argue it could have flagged the Bondi attackers. Discover the stalled reforms and new proposals.
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IT glitch at Calais causes major Dover Christmas queues
Families face lengthy delays at Dover as French border IT failure disrupts festive getaways. Port advises passengers not to arrive early and to allow extra time. Read the latest travel updates.
French IT Failure Causes Dover Ferry Delays for Christmas
French border control IT failure causes major delays at Port of Dover, disrupting Christmas travel plans for thousands. RAC forecasts record 37.5 million car journeys. Plan ahead to avoid festive gridlock.
Seven killed in Russian missile strike on Odesa port
A Russian missile attack on Ukraine's Black Sea port of Pivdennyi near Odesa has killed seven and injured 15. The strike comes amid high-stakes international peace talks in Miami. Read the latest developments.
Ferguson Marine delays Glen Rosa ferry delivery again
The delivery of the over-budget Glen Rosa ferry is delayed until late 2026, with service unlikely before 2027 due to hull defects. Costs now exceed £460m.
Australia Launches Gun Buyback After Bondi Killings
Australia plans a national gun buyback scheme and tougher laws after the Bondi Beach terrorist shooting that killed 15. Read the full story on the government's response.
Major Gun Buyback After Bondi Terror Attack
PM Anthony Albanese announces a national firearms buyback, splitting costs with states, following the Bondi beach terror attack. New laws and a register are accelerated.
Farmers 'bewildered and frightened' by inheritance tax reforms
A major government review identifies inheritance tax as the single biggest threat to farming viability. New 20% levy on farms over £1m sparks industry fear and protests. Read the full report.
Bondi Attack: NSW Premier Pledges Firearms Law Review
Following the Bondi beach terror attack, NSW Premier Chris Minns vows to review gun laws. Data shows a 'frightening concentration' of firearm ownership in Sydney. Read the full analysis.
Real-Time Video Shows Bondi Mass Shooting Unfold
Exclusive video analysis shows the unfolding of Australia's worst mass shooting since Port Arthur. See how the tragedy at Bondi Beach transpired in real time.
Bondi Beach Mass Shooting: Timeline of Terror
A detailed reconstruction of the Bondi beach terror attack, Australia's worst mass shooting since Port Arthur. See how the tragedy unfolded in real time.
Bondi Beach shooting funerals held as gunman to be charged
Funerals commence for victims of the Bondi Beach mass shooting, including a British-born rabbi. Australian PM confirms alleged attacker Naveed Akram will be charged. Read the latest updates.
PayPal Applies for US Banking Licence Amid Deregulation Push
PayPal has filed for a US banking licence, aiming to boost small business lending. The move follows Trump's deregulatory reforms, attracting UK fintechs like Revolut and Starling to also eye the American market.
Calls for Stronger Action on Baby Formula Affordability
The UK government faces pressure to take tougher action on the baby formula crisis, as families still struggle with high costs. New reforms are a start, but campaigners demand more.
Campaigners: Baby Formula Reforms Must Go Further
The UK government faces calls for stronger action on the baby formula crisis, as new measures fall short of a price cap. Discover the impact on families and the CMA's key recommendations.
Crossbench fury over Labour's 'undemocratic' FOI changes
Opposition and crossbench MPs slam the government's proposed Freedom of Information reforms, including new fees and extended response times, warning of a threat to democratic accountability.
Three in four crown court trials may lose jury under reforms
Sky News analysis reveals the scale of proposed justice reforms that could transfer most jury trials to judges. Explore the data and what it means for court backlogs.
74% of Crown Court Cases Could Lose Jury Trial Right
Sky News analysis reveals up to 74% of crown court trials could be decided by judges alone under new justice reforms aimed at tackling the 80,000-case backlog. Explore the data.
Lammy's Plan to Limit Jury Trials Faces Criticism
Deputy PM David Lammy proposes restricting jury trials to tackle court backlogs. Experts debate the controversial justice reforms. Listen to the Sky News Daily podcast for full analysis.
Jury Trial Reforms: Judges to Hear More Cases
Justice Secretary David Lammy unveils sweeping reforms to tackle the 78,000-case Crown Court backlog. Judges will replace juries for many offences to deliver 'swift justice'. Read the full details and reaction.
Greens secure deal on Australia's new environment laws
New Greens leader Larissa Waters reveals how she brokered a compromise with Labor to pass major environmental reforms. Listen to the Full Story podcast for the inside account.
Justice Reforms, OBR Boss Quits, Women Skip Parties
Major UK justice system reforms loom as OBR chair resigns amid political row. New study reveals half of women skip Christmas parties over safety fears. Get the full story.
Starmer denies misleading public in OBR budget row
PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves amid accusations of misleading the public over the state of public finances. A fresh row with the OBR erupts over fiscal forecasts.
Climate activists block world's largest coal port in Newcastle
Rising Tide climate protesters in kayaks successfully turned coal ships around by blocking Newcastle shipping channel. Over 130 arrested including 71-year-old activist.
Climate activists blockade Newcastle coal port
Rising Tide activists have halted three coal ships at the Port of Newcastle in a major climate protest. Police charged 11 campaigners. Join the conversation on environmental action.
Starmer's Budget: Welfare Reform & Economic Growth
PM Keir Starmer defends Budget decisions, outlining welfare system reforms and a £250bn industrial strategy to boost growth and lower living costs for Britons.
Lammy's justice reforms to scrap some jury trials
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces reforms placing victims 'front and centre', including removing jury trials for some cases to tackle the crown court backlog. Read the full details.
Protesters block ships at Newcastle coal port
Rising Tide activists have halted three coal carriers from entering Newcastle, demanding the government cancel new fossil fuel projects and tax profits. Join the conversation.
MP's gun club receives £20k in government grants
Exclusive: Liberal MP Andrew Hastie's patron club secured nearly £20,000 in UK-style grants. Discover the conflict of interest revelations and how taxpayer funds were allocated.
Climate Activists Block Newcastle Coal Port in Mass Protest
Thousands gather in Newcastle for Rising Tide climate blockade, risking arrest to protest Australia's fossil fuel policies. Police take zero-tolerance approach to harbour exclusion zone breaches.
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