11 h. ago Calls made for an inquiry after China spy case is dropped, amid fears it has made Britain a 'soft target'

Calls for an inquiry into the dropping of a China spy case grew yesterday amid fears it has made Britain a 'soft target' for enemy states.

Events

65 h. ago Downing Street: Charges dropped in China ‘spy’ case ‘extremely disappointing’

Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry had faced charges under the Official Secrets Act.

Politics

68 h. ago Tearful mothers of Southport victims call for truth at public inquiry

Speaking through tears for much of her statement, Lauren King raised her voice as she said: ‘The truth must be faced.’

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4 d. ago British father facing extradition to the US over spy charge feared to have fled to China with his 'handler' after escaping house arrest

John Miller and his Chinese 'handler' Cui Guanghai were arrested in Belgrade after an FBI sting operation in April, just hours before they were due to fly to Beijing .

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6 d. ago Donald Trump health fears as one side of face 'completely drops' at 9/11 event

Rumours are swirling about the US president's health following his latest appearance at the Pentagon Memorial near Washington on the anniversary of 9/11.

Politics

6 d. ago Trump sparks health fears at 9/11 event as one side of face 'completely drops'

Yet again, rumours are swirling about the US president's health following his latest appearance at the Pentagon Memorial near Washington on the anniversary of 9/11

Politics

6 d. ago French lawmaker calls for criminal inquiry into TikTok’s effect on children

Move comes after parliamentary committee finds platform like a ‘slow poison’ to young people A French lawmaker has asked the state prosecutor for a criminal investigation into whether TikTok was responsible for “endangering the lives” of its young users.Arthur Delaporte, a Socialist MP, said he co-chaired a six-month French parliamentary inquiry into TikTok’s psychological effects on minors and heard testimony from families, social media executives and influencers. Continue reading...

Society

1 week ago Campaigners call for public inquiry over deadline for pylon consultation

Community councils and campaigners have criticised the deadline on the proposed consultation for the Spittal to Beauly pylon line.

Events

2 w. ago Tories call for suspension of Reform UK councillor over ice cream van inquiry

Former Leicestershire County Council deputy leader Joseph Boam, 22, is facing claims so-called ‘treating’ took place near a polling station.

Politics

2 w. ago PM backs Angela Rayner as deputy faces growing pressure over property portfolio

Conservatives have called for Ms Rayner to face an ethics inquiry after it was reported she saved £40,000 in stamp duty when she bought an £800,000 flat in Brighton

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2 w. ago Angela Rayner faces growing pressure over her property portfolio as questions mount

Conservatives have called for Ms Rayner to face an ethics inquiry after it was reported she saved £40,000 in stamp duty when she bought an £800,000 flat in Brighton

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3 w. ago US sailor convicted of espionage for leaking warship data to China

Jinchao Wei’s mother urged him to continue spying, believing it could help him secure a job with the Chinese government

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4 w. ago Epileptic prison officer wins £440,000 payout after being dismissed over fears he would drop keys for inmates to snatch

Andrew Mullinger was placed on restricted duties at HMP Holme House, Stockton-on-Tees after telling bosses about his condition, which meant he could not supervise inmates or carry keys.

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