Prisoner posts TikTok of smuggled Chicken Cottage takeaway
A prisoner at HMP Wandsworth posted a video of a smuggled Chicken Cottage meal on TikTok, triggering a new investigation into security failures at the scandal-hit jail. Read the latest.
Category : Politics
9 potential sites found for Gypsy and Traveller pitches
Islington Council has identified nine potential sites for permanent Gypsy and Traveller pitches, sparking hope after years of delay. The consultation faces fears of a 'shameful' public backlash.
Birmingham bin strike escalates as agency staff join walkout
Agency workers covering for striking Birmingham bin crews have themselves voted for strike action over alleged bullying and harassment, deepening the long-running dispute. Read the latest.
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.
Morden gets £30m for town centre regeneration
Merton Council pledges £30m to regenerate Morden town centre, aiming for independent shops and a daytime café culture after years of delays. Read the full story.
Women caught after sharing police appeal on Facebook
Two women who failed to pay a £38 taxi fare were identified after one shared a police appeal featuring their own faces. Read the full story of their court appearance.
Police Scotland urged to reopen al Fayed rape investigation
Scottish police face calls to reopen a rape investigation into late Harrods boss Mohamed al Fayed, as a parliamentary group cites over 400 sexual misconduct allegations. Read the latest.
PM Starmer denies misleading public on budget finances
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer rejects claims he misled the public on the UK's public finances ahead of the budget, citing a £16bn OBR productivity review. Read the full story.
Labour's Reluctance to Use Power After Landslide Win
Keir Starmer's government has a historic majority but is slow to act, argues John McTernan. Analysis of the Budget, growth delays, and the need for decisive leadership.
Trial date set for Huntingdon train stabbing suspect
Anthony Williams faces trial in June 2026 over multiple alleged knife attacks in Cambridgeshire and London. The suspect is charged with 21 counts, including attempted murder.
Pope Leo Visits Beirut with Message of Peace
Pope Leo brings plea for Christian-Muslim coexistence to Lebanon, a nation reeling from economic crisis and conflict. Read his powerful message of hope.
Cabinet Minister Defends Chancellor in Budget Row
Chief Secretary Darren Jones insists Chancellor Rachel Reeves did not mislead ministers over OBR forecasts ahead of £26bn tax rises. Read the full defence and political fallout.
Starmer defends budget as Reeves faces 'black hole' row
Keir Starmer defends Rachel Reeves's budget amid Tory calls for her sacking and falling public approval. The PM pledges welfare reform and deregulation.
Investor confidence crisis 'remains live' post-Budget
Oxford Economics warns UK's Autumn Budget risks a slow-burn loss of investor confidence, threatening the pound and borrowing costs. Discover the analysis behind the muted initial market reaction.
Zelenskyy visits Macron in Paris for crucial Ukraine war talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets France's Emmanuel Macron in Paris as US-led peace talks gain momentum. Key diplomatic moves unfold across Europe.
Tulip Siddiq gets 2-year sentence in Bangladesh land case
Labour MP and former City minister Tulip Siddiq sentenced to two years by a Bangladesh court over land corruption charges. She denies all wrongdoing, calling the trial a 'farce'.
Trump uses offensive slur against Democrat governor
US President Donald Trump faces backlash for using a derogatory term to describe Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, defending his comments to reporters. Read the full story.
PM and Chancellor questioned over budget 'black hole' claims
Pressure mounts on Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves as a new podcast probes whether they exaggerated the budget deficit to justify tax rises. Plus, EU defence talks stall and OBR head in the spotlight.
Offshore Tribunals Sue UK for Billions Over Climate Laws
Secretive offshore courts allow foreign firms to sue the UK for lost profits, threatening sovereignty and climate action. Discover the chilling effect on democracy.
Ethiopia's Amhara Conflict: Fano Militia's Fight
A rare report from Ethiopia's Amhara region reveals the Fano militia's insurgency, widespread abuses, and a dire humanitarian crisis affecting millions. Explore the tensions tearing the country apart.
Ex-City Minister Tulip Siddiq Sentenced in Bangladesh
Tulip Siddiq, the UK's former City Minister, has been sentenced in absentia by a Bangladesh court. Discover the details of the 2007 case and its political implications.
London's Wet Start to December with Met Office Warnings
London faces a soaking start to December with heavy rain forecast. The Met Office warns of 'significant' rain hazards and potential flooding in South Wales. Get the full weekly weather outlook.
UK MP Tulip Siddiq Gets 2-Year Jail Sentence from Bangladesh
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced to two years in jail by a Bangladeshi court over corruption claims she calls 'absurd'. The case is linked to her aunt, former PM Sheikh Hasina. Read the full details.
Four charged in Sydney over satanic child abuse ring
Four men have been charged in Sydney over an alleged international network distributing satanic child sexual abuse material. Police detail the disturbing ritualistic themes involved.
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced to jail in Bangladesh
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced to two years in prison in Bangladesh over land corruption allegations linked to her aunt, former PM Sheikh Hasina. Read the full story.
Your Party's Chaotic First Conference and Leadership Vote
Jeremy Corbyn's new left-wing party, Your Party, held its inaugural conference in Liverpool. Despite a plea for unity, internal splits and the threat from the surging Greens overshadow the launch. Read the full analysis.
UK MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced by Bangladesh court
A Bangladesh court has sentenced British MP Tulip Siddiq to two years in prison in a land corruption case. Her aunt, ex-PM Sheikh Hasina, also received a five-year sentence. Read the latest on this international legal dispute.
Cheat Sheet: Reeves Tax Defence, HIV Plan, Film Award Win
Get the day's top stories in 10 minutes: Starmer backs Reeves over tax claims, a £170m HIV action plan, and Pillion's film award triumph. Listen now on Spotify.
UK Labour MP Tulip Siddiq sentenced in Bangladesh
A court in Dhaka has sentenced British Labour MP Tulip Siddiq to two years in prison for corruption. The case involves her aunt, former PM Sheikh Hasina. Read the full details.
Tree surgeon loses contract after putting up 300 British flags
A Cambridgeshire council terminates a tree surgeon's contract after he erected hundreds of Union flags on an A-road. The council cites political neutrality, while the contractor calls it a 'political judgement'. Read the full story.
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