The home secretary says illegal migration is dividing communities and sets out a major overhaul: scrap the five‑year “golden ticket” to settlement, replace it with a 20‑year route, speed up removals for failed claims, tighten rules on dependants and step up enforcement.
Angela Rayner is mobilising a leadership bid against Starmer, with allies said to be canvassing MPs and sounding out unions. Reports claim prospective backers are being promised cabinet roles. The move follows Labour unrest and could trigger a contest within weeks.
National Lottery fraudster Edward Putman is said to have kept around £1m of his bogus jackpot, having repaid less than half, despite lawyers seizing proceeds from the sale of his former home. The case has reignited anger over asset recovery and the effectiveness of confiscation orders.
Kelly Brook says she’ll keep celebrating her figure despite online abuse. Abroad, the 46-year-old presenter says she embraces her curves and has even sought swimwear advice from friend Myleene.
Business groups say further tax rises expected in the 26 Nov Budget could trigger widespread high street closures. Pubs and shops are most exposed, with industry forecasts of over 2,000 pub closures and 12,000 jobs at risk unless the Chancellor eases costs and offers targeted relief.
Angela Rayner, former Deputy PM, says she’ll keep championing constituents from the back benches, urging Labour to focus on everyday concerns and drop “arrogant tittle‑tattle”. She calls for unity after the reshuffle and vows to push for fair pay, strong public services and living‑cost support.
Claims of political interference at the BBC include pressure on editorial decisions and influence over senior appointments. Critics warn public trust and impartiality are at risk. MPs and campaigners call for tougher governance, transparent hiring, and stronger protections for the broadcaster’s independence.
Washington condemned a BBC‑commissioned lecture by Dutch author Rutger Bregman that sharply criticised Donald Trump, intensifying a row over BBC bias. The President rejected an apology over Panorama and signalled a lawsuit seeking up to $5bn.