Leading supermarkets warn the Chancellor that planned retail tax rises would raise food prices and extend high inflation into 2026. In a Budget letter they seek shop exemptions, arguing higher costs would curb investment, limit value for customers and hit households hardest.
A woman died days after a £20 black‑market weight‑loss jab at a beauty salon said to be unlicensed to give injections. Her daughters urge others to avoid illicit treatments and call for tougher enforcement to protect the public.
Health service leaders have warned Reeves the NHS needs an extra £3bn this year to cover unexpected costs and prevent rationing of care. Without it, hospitals say waiting times will rise, elective treatments may be cut and finances across integrated care boards will deteriorate.
Washington expects Beijing to postpone curbs on rare earth exports, lifting hopes of a trade truce. Officials cite a preliminary consensus and a planned leaders’ meeting. A delay would ease pressure on tech supply chains and tariffs while talks continue over market access and industrial policy.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns voters are in despair and says Labour must deliver tangible change quickly. He calls for action on the NHS and living costs to rebuild trust, adding pressure on the PM after a difficult week for the government.
MPs will debate a bill to let Parliament strip royal titles permanently, potentially affecting Prince Andrew. A separate review of royal housing could see him leave Royal Lodge for alternative accommodation. Palace officials and ministers are assessing options and timing.
A convicted offender linked to the Madeleine McCann inquiry is reportedly living in a woodland tent after a recent release, prompting protests from parents. Residents seek assurances over monitoring and community safety.
Labour is urged to scrap its workers’ rights bill after a think tank warned it would harm jobs and growth. Plans for day-one rights, curbs on zero-hours and stronger union powers are said to cut flexibility and raise costs. The PM is pressed to rewrite the package to protect employment.
An investigation traces a coordinated online harassment campaign against Virginia Giuffre, mapping anonymous accounts, suspected bot networks and PR links. It examines funding and legal tactics used to undermine her, and questions the role of platforms and reputation managers in enabling it.
Over 90% of councils are set to house asylum seekers by year end as the Home Office reduces reliance on hotels. About 66,000 people require dispersal accommodation, with roughly 40,000 places expected in London and southern regions.