37 m. ago Spending review 2025: What’s in and what’s not after Rachel Reeves announces government budgets

The Independent looks at what is in the spending review, and, crucially, what is not

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38 m. ago Spending Review: Key points announced by Rachel Reeves with billions for NHS, defence and transport

The Chancellor confirms billions more money for housing, AI and police

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39 m. ago Reeves says use of hotels for asylum seekers to end ‘in this parliament’ and NHS spending to rise 3% a year – UK politics live

Chancellor claims asylum move will save £1bn and says health spending represents a record cash investmentSpending review: key points at a glanceGreen party MPs and activists staged a protest outside parliament today saying the government should use the spending review to announce a wealth tax. In a post on social media, Adrian Ramsay, the party’s co-leader, said:We expect the Chancellor to take another axe to public spending today: decline by design from a govt that refuses to tax wealth to properly fund our overstretched public services & support the most vulnerable. We need to invest in a secure & fairer future. #TaxExtremeWealthSenior SNP figures held a secret meeting on Monday night to discuss removing John Swinney as party leader, The Herald has learned, following last week’s defeat in the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse byelection.One of the 25 attendees said the first minister had two weeks to come up with a new strategy on independence — or risk facing a leadership...

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39 m. ago Spending Review 2025 LIVE: Rachel Reeves sets out spending plans with 'biggest cash injection in social housing in 50 years'

Chancellor is laying out the Labour government’s day-to-day and capital spending plans

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43 m. ago Antiques Roadshow guest gasps 'I can't believe that!' as he learns staggering value of watch bought for £300

A repeat episode of the BBC show (pictured), which sees specialist appraisers value heirlooms and heritage items, went to Brodie Castle in the Moray area of Scotland.

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50 m. ago David Beckham to guest edit edition of Country Life Magazine

The former England player and businessman will join the editorial team for the October 22 edition of the magazine to mark his 50th birthday year.

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68 m. ago Urgent appeal issued to find key witness as police investigate city centre incident

Officers have released two images

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70 m. ago Doctor reveals 6 key symptoms of new 'Nimbus' Covid variant NB.1.8.1

Experts say the new Covid variant has symptoms that aren't "always typical" of the virus

Science

1 hour ago Major England weakness exposed as Thomas Tuchel left with key problems to solve

Alarming Senegal loss proved that arguably the greatest pillar of strength under Gareth Southgate has now crumbled

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1 hour ago Spending Review LIVE: Keir Starmer faces PMQs before Rachel Reeves sets out spending plans

There are fears the Chancellor’s Spending Review will see London miss out on key funding

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2 h. ago EV battery makers could create 18,000 jobs in the UK by 2030

New Battery Supply Chain Tracker predicts up to 250,000 new jobs across Europe, with UK playing a key role

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2 h. ago Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 Highlights: Here are all 17 Edinburgh Comedy Award winners returning this year

With thousands of shows to choose from it can be hard to decide what to book at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. All these comedians are tried-and-tested comedy champions.

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2 h. ago Rachel Reeves spending review 2025 LIVE as Chancellor makes major announcements

Key projects in Greater Manchester are expected to benefit from funding

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2 h. ago Jeremy Clarkson admits huge pub mistake as two Clarkson's Farm stars quit

Former Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson has finally confessed he made a big error when opening his pub - The Farmer's Dog - after two staff members at the boozer walked out

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2 h. ago Train operator overcharges commuters travelling into London from Essex

c2c passengers using contactless to travel into the capital from outside the Oyster Zone have been overcharged since Sunday

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2 h. ago Passengers told ‘not to go to airport’ after airline suddenly shuts down all flights

The popular Florida-Caribbean regional airline left passengers without flights this week after shutting down with immediate effect

Transport

3 h. ago Meghan Markle forced to scrap next huge appearance for one major reason

Just days before Meghan Markle was due to be the guest of honour at a charity event at an LA museum, the event has been cancelled due to ongoing unrest in the city

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3 h. ago Michel Roux Jr shares key elements for a restaurant to secure Michelin star status

‘It doesn’t matter if you’ve got silver cutlery,’ renowned chef said

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3 h. ago Scot held captive by Saddam Hussein hopes new documentary will help fight for justice

Air steward Charlie Kristiansson was one of 385 passengers and crew taken hostage when BA Flight 149 was sent into a war zone.

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3 h. ago You've been using your air fryer all wrong! Expert reveals 11 common mistakes that lead to soggy food

To make sure you're getting the most of out of your air fryer, we've teamed up with @airfryergirluk to discuss some of the most common air fryer mistakes people make.

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