Angela Rayner has admitted underpaying stamp duty on her property purchase, prompting an ethics investigation and raising questions about her political future despite the PM’s public support.
A British teenager held abroad on drugs charges may be released from jail if her family is able to raise enough money to pay a significant fine, following negotiations on a possible plea agreement.
Britain’s long-term borrowing costs have climbed to their highest level since 1997 amid warnings that further budget tax rises could damage economic growth.
Concerns have been raised over civil liberties following the arrest of a well-known writer for online comments, amid warnings about increased government control and possible introduction of ID cards under the new administration.
Up to 100,000 people may be at risk as variations in local healthcare provision mean cancer patients could miss out on the most effective treatments depending on where they live.
Spain’s PM warns that Europe’s handling of the Gaza crisis, characterised by double standards compared with support for Ukraine, is a failure that risks undermining the West’s credibility.
The PM is considering digital identity cards for everyone in the UK, aiming to address concerns over irregular immigration across the Channel and to make it more challenging for people to find unauthorised work.
Keir Starmer criticised the Metropolitan Police for their handling of a recent arrest related to online comments, raising concerns about freedom of speech and the role of law enforcement in regulating public discourse.
New asylum policies proposed by the government may increase the number of refugees attempting dangerous Channel crossings, as restrictions on family reunion applications could leave vulnerable individuals with fewer options for safe migration routes.
With the pound falling and government borrowing costs reaching a 27-year high, the Chancellor faces mounting pressure as the cost of servicing UK debt rises and investor confidence weakens.