2025-05-28
Guardian Front Page 28th of May 2025
Ministers are locked in a dispute with Reeves over proposed public service cuts, as the IMF advises adjusting fiscal rules to avert more severe budget constraints.
Ministers are locked in a dispute with Reeves over proposed public service cuts, as the IMF advises adjusting fiscal rules to avert more severe budget constraints.
Senior police figures have signalled alarm over proposed early release measures, urging the PM to provide greater support and resources to safeguard communities.
A 53-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and drug driving during a trophy parade in Liverpool, prompting a police investigation.
A 53-year-old driver, allegedly under the influence, was taken into custody after tailgating an ambulance and injuring multiple people at a celebratory parade in Liverpool, leading to serious concerns and hospitalisations.
A motorist is under investigation after allegedly driving into a crowd in Liverpool while apparently influenced by drugs, reportedly tailgating an ambulance to bypass a roadblock.
Economists caution that Farage’s planned fiscal changes could spark market instability reminiscent of the Truss mini-Budget, fuelling debate among both sceptics and allies.
The mayor has urged the removal of criminal penalties for small-scale cannabis possession, arguing it would ease pressure on law enforcement and free resources for more pressing matters.
The Treasury is shifting towards shorter-term borrowing, responding to a global sell-off that raises financing costs, with the IMF warning of intensified economic pressure and diminishing demand for longer-dated debt.
A driver was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and drug driving after a vehicle struck multiple people at a Liverpool celebration, leaving dozens requiring immediate medical treatment and prompting a swift response by emergency services.
Amid a staffing crisis plaguing overcrowded prisons, the number of officers investigated for inappropriate relationships with inmates has nearly tripled over five years, sparking concerns about corruption and the recruitment of inexperienced personnel.