The Home Office is under criticism for failing to collect over £50m from firms profiting from asylum accommodation, generating frustration over government oversight and calls for swift recovery of the outstanding funds.

Britons celebrate the King’s birthday as a symbol of national pride, while concerns escalate over Iran’s warning of potential conflict if the UK supports Israel.

Government and military voices warn that current troop levels are too low for modern security needs, prompting cross-party calls for increased funding and recruitment to reinforce the nation’s readiness in an unpredictable global climate.

Senior Tory Jenrick demands prison officers be equipped with enhanced protective tools to prevent extremist incidents, emphasising the need for secure armouries and robust measures to maintain order and safety.