Yvette Cooper warns of escalating hybrid threats from a hostile state, including cyberattacks and disinformation aimed at critical infrastructure and UK democracy. After a No 10 summit with European allies, she urges a united response, stronger resilience and support for partners most exposed.
Chief inspector Martin Jones warns the Probation Service is in “perpetual crisis” and risks being set up to fail as ministers expand electronic tagging and community penalties. He urges a rethink of resources and deployment ahead of a major overhaul of the justice system.
Netflix will buy the studio behind Harry Potter and Game of Thrones for $72bn, its largest deal to date. The takeover secures control of major franchises, boosts production capacity and libraries, and steps up competition with Hollywood rivals, subject to regulatory approval.
An inquiry into the Salisbury nerve agent incident finds it was authorised at the highest level of a hostile state, with its leader deemed morally responsible for a Briton’s death. Officials say the operation was a reckless show of power and warn the state’s agents remain an active threat to the UK.
An investigation finds thousands of NHS laboratory staff exposed to unsafe formaldehyde levels, a cancer-linked chemical, with cases of severe asthma and long-term illness forcing some to leave work. Regulators’ limits were breached. Experts call for urgent safeguards, monitoring and accountability.
Sarah Everard’s mother says she remains tormented as the Angiolini inquiry warns police vetting reforms remain incomplete. It found applicants with relevant convictions weren’t consistently barred and urged urgent action to stop dangerous individuals entering the service.
The PM insisted no one was misled about a Budget shortfall, defending the chancellor against claims she failed to disclose OBR data showing stronger tax receipts before announcing £26bn of rises. He said the fiscal plan remains credible.
The PM defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves after claims she misled on the public finances to justify £26bn tax rises. Reeves denies dishonesty. He argues her plans deliver stability and build fiscal headroom to protect the economy from future shocks.
Fiona Hill warns that Putin is manipulating Trump, saying he mocked the US leader and has no interest in peace. Hill, who observed their meetings, says this risks undermining Western security and cohesion and urges firm transatlantic resolve.
Rachel Reeves faces claims she exaggerated a “black hole” to justify £26bn in tax rises, despite the OBR advising there was no deficit and a £4.2bn surplus. Critics, including Kemi Badenoch, are calling for her to be sacked.