An appeal seeks donations to fund vital wheelchairs for 1,000 children, aiming to cut long waits and provide independence and mobility. Run with charity Whizz Kidz, the drive will supply tailored equipment and support services, helping families access life-changing aid sooner.

Nigel Farage demands a parliamentary commission into long‑running abuse cases, arguing the government’s national inquiry is slow and lacks transparency. Survivors’ groups fear delay. He says institutions failed victims and wants powers to compel evidence and publish findings swiftly.

Police are searching for an Algerian national mistakenly freed from custody. The release came days after authorities vowed tougher checks following a similar case involving another individual accused of misconduct. Ministers face calls to explain the error and review procedures.

Kemi Badenoch criticised the Chancellor, saying she is blaming others for economic problems and has failed to rule out tax rises. She warned time is running out, with increases such as up to 2p on income tax still possible after what she called a Budget tax raid.