Mark Rutte warns Europe faces its gravest security test in decades, urging NATO states to raise defence spending and readiness to levels not seen since our grandparents’ era. After drone incursions into alliance airspace, he calls for rapid deterrence to protect Britain and allied nations.

A report by the Runnymede Trust and Reprieve says the UK runs a two‑tier approach to revoking nationality, with over 200 citizenships removed since 2010—well above France. It finds people of colour up to 12 times likelier to lose status, leaving some stranded in detention overseas with cases unresolved.

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.