Tens of thousands of speeding cases are being scrapped after a fault was found in variable speed camera systems on smart motorways and some A-roads. Up to 40% of cameras were affected for nearly five years. Police have paused enforcement and the Government may face compensation claims.

A widespread fault in speed camera systems on smart motorways and some A-roads led to wrongful speeding charges. About 40% of devices were affected for years, prompting more than 30,000 cases to be scrapped. The Government faces compensation claims as police review enforcement and accuracy.

A 43-year-old shopkeeper disarmed an attacker during an anti‑Semitic incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney, amid a Jewish festival. Fifteen people were killed and 42 injured. Police say two suspects, a father and son, took part. The shopkeeper’s actions are credited with saving lives.

The King reported a major boost in his cancer treatment, describing it as a personal blessing. After an exceptionally good response, weekly therapy will be significantly scaled back and shift to a precautionary phase in the New Year, though specialist care will continue.