Starmer calls No 10 briefings against ministers 'unacceptable'
Keir Starmer defends Wes Streeting amid reports of a toxic culture in Downing Street and potential leadership challenge. Read the latest from PMQs.
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ONS cuts reports by 10% to improve data reliability
UK statistics agency announces major overhaul to prioritise core data quality after Treasury concerns. 10% reduction in reports planned for 2026 to address reliability issues.
Starmer grilled over No 10 briefings against Streeting
Keir Starmer defends 'united team' amid accusations of toxic briefing war against Health Secretary Wes Streeting. PM faces opposition fire during heated PMQs session.
Medomsley Detention Centre Abuse Ignored for Decades
Shocking report reveals how authorities ignored decades of horrific abuse at Medomsley Detention Centre, where officer Neville Husband became Britain's most prolific sex offender.
Inmate pleads not guilty to murdering Ian Watkins
Samuel Dodsworth denies murdering Lostprophets paedophile Ian Watkins in HMP Wakefield. A trial date is set for May 2026. Get the latest court updates.
Man denies murdering Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins
A man has denied murdering convicted sex offender and Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins at HMP Wakefield. The trial is set for May 2025. Read the latest court developments.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Exploitation Case
Seven men face over 40 charges for child sexual exploitation against 11 Bristol teenagers. Police describe the case as a 'huge shock' to communities. Read the latest developments.
Lina Khan Joins NYC Mayor's Transition Team
Lina Khan, the former FTC chair who took on Big Tech, joins Zohran Mamdani's transition. Discover how her record signals a bold new direction for New York.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Exploitation Case
Seven men face over 40 charges for alleged child sexual exploitation against 11 teenage girls in Bristol. Police investigation continues as community awareness efforts expand.
Seven charged in Bristol child exploitation case
Seven men charged with over 40 offences against teenagers in Bristol child sexual exploitation case. Police confirm victims were aged in their mid to late teens. Follow for latest updates.
Three arrested after body found in Inverclyde field
Three men arrested after a man's body was discovered in a Kilmacolm field. Police are investigating a potential link to a disturbance in Greenock. Read the latest updates.
FCA recruits senior staff from US and Canadian regulators
The Financial Conduct Authority strengthens its leadership team with three transatlantic hires from US and Canadian regulatory bodies. Discover the strategic implications.
US House Votes to End Record Government Shutdown
The US House prepares to vote on legislation ending the longest government shutdown in history, as Democrats protest over healthcare subsidies. Follow live updates.
Seven Men Charged in Bristol Child Exploitation Probe
Seven men have been charged with over 40 offences against 11 teenagers in a major child sexual exploitation investigation in Bristol. Follow for live updates.
Govt to reconsider Waspi women compensation
The government will review its decision not to compensate 3.6 million Waspi women after new evidence from 2007 emerged. Will they finally get justice?
Gilts Unmoved by Starmer Leadership Speculation
UK government bonds remain stable despite Westminster briefing wars about Keir Starmer's leadership. Discover how gilt markets reacted to political uncertainty.
Starmer aides warn against 'reckless' leadership challenge
Keir Starmer's senior aides are briefing against potential rivals as fears grow over an imminent leadership challenge. Health Secretary Wes Streeting denies plotting against the PM.
Streeting denies plotting to oust Starmer as PM
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has emphatically denied rumours of a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer, dismissing claims as 'self-defeating' conspiracy theories. Read the full story.
Labour's Tax Pledge Crisis Threatens Trust
Keir Starmer's government considers breaking its core election promise on taxes, risking irreversible damage to public trust and fuelling far-right populism across Britain.
Streeting denies Keir Starmer leadership challenge
Health Secretary Wes Streeting insists he will not attempt to oust Sir Keir Starmer, dismissing briefings about a post-budget leadership challenge as untrue.
Air rage millionaire has sentence tripled to 4 years
Salman Iftikhar's 15-month sentence for threatening to gang rape a Virgin Atlantic crew member is increased to over four years after public outcry. Read the full story.
South London Teenager Faces Terrorism Charge
An 18-year-old from Wallington has been charged under the Terrorism Act after attempting to travel to Syria to join Islamic State. He was arrested at Gatwick Airport.
JFK's Grandson Jack Schlossberg Runs for US House
John F Kennedy's grandson, Jack Schlossberg, announces Democratic campaign for US House seat in New York. Discover his platform and political ambitions.
EU Plans to Weaken GDPR Data Protection Laws
Leaked documents reveal EU plans to dilute GDPR data protection laws, risking Europe's digital sovereignty and empowering US tech giants. Urgent action needed to enforce existing regulations.
Japan's female PM faces sumo ring tradition dilemma
Japan's first female prime minister Sanae Takaichi faces a historic decision: will she defy sumo wrestling's centuries-old ban on women entering the sacred ring to present a trophy?
Government AI Rollout Faces Security and Data Risks
Australian finance minister Katy Gallagher announces widespread AI adoption across government departments following positive trial results, despite concerns about data security and job impacts.
Democrats Vow to Block US Shutdown Bill Over Healthcare
Top House Democrats pledge to oppose funding bill after 53-day government shutdown, creating tight vote for Republican speaker. Read the latest US political developments.
Starmer Vows to Fight Labour Leadership Challenge
Sir Keir Starmer pledges to fight any plot to oust him as Labour MPs fear budget backlash. Read the latest Westminster developments and analysis.
Supreme Court Extends Block on $4bn Food Stamps
Millions of Americans face food insecurity as the Supreme Court allows the Trump administration to continue blocking $4bn in SNAP benefits. Discover the impact.
New UK law tackles AI child abuse material
A proposed UK law empowers watchdogs to test AI models for child safety before release, as reports of AI-generated abuse material more than double. Learn how this aims to protect children.
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