4 d. ago Foreign criminals convicted in UK to be deported immediately under new plans

Deported offenders will be barred from re-entering UK and measures will apply to those in custody too to cut costsMost foreign criminals convicted by a UK court will be deported immediately, instead of 30% of the way through their prison sentences, under plans announced by the government.The justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has proposed a change in legislation that will give the government the power to deport most foreign prisoners as soon as they are convicted and incarcerated. Continue reading...

Events

4 d. ago Netanyahu ‘not a partner in peace’, says Scottish Labour leader Sarwar

The Israeli Government announced plans to occupy Gaza City on Friday.

Politics

4 d. ago 13 car models added to list that qualify for new £1500 discount

The UK Government has announced that 13 new electric vehicles will be eligible for the Electric Car Grant scheme, which offers a £1,500 discount on the purchase of a new electric car

Economics

5 d. ago Grenada government and opposition join forces to drop oath of allegiance to King Charles

Move comes amid calls for reparations for slavery and king’s removal as head of state of Caribbean countryThe government and opposition in the Caribbean island of Grenada have joined forces to drop the oath of allegiance to the British crown amid growing calls to remove King Charles as the country’s head of state.A statement from the government announcing the move said that in “a commendable display of national unity” the country’s parliament had agreed bills to amend the country’s constitution. Continue reading...

Politics

6 d. ago Worst botched beauty jobs from gargoyle face to coma as UK takes on Cosmetic Cowboys

WARNING, GRAPHIC CONTENT: "Cosmetic Cowboys" are finally facing their match after the government announced new measures to tackle the 'plague' of the unregulated aesthetic industry. Here, we take a look at women 'maimed' by botched jobs

Politics

6 d. ago 'Cosmetic Cowboy' government crackdown launched after 'plague' of botched beauty jobs

New measures have been announced by the Department of Health and Social Care to tackle the 'plague' of 'Cosmetic Cowboys' that have left many Brits maimed by botched beauty jobs

Politics

7 d. ago Government announces crackdown on 'cowboy' and 'hotel room' cosmetic procedures

A government minister said the beauty industry was "plagued by a Wild West of dodgy practitioners"

Politics

7 d. ago Brazilian butt lifts, botox and fillers face strict regulations in crackdown on 'cowboy' operators

Patients will be protected by 'robust' new restrictions on who can access and provide the treatments and where they can be done.

Politics

7 d. ago Mum left in a coma after botched BBL 'ecstatic' over cosmetic cowboy crackdown

A mum who was only given five per cent chance of survival leaving her family devastated is 'over the moon' the Government have announced a crackdown on the cosmetic cowboys

Politics

7 d. ago Electric car grants and discounts round up – Citroen first to get grants, while Vauxhall and Fiat are the latest with discounts

The first of the government’s Electric Car Grants have been announced, while more car makers offer discounts on EVs

Politics

7 d. ago Tonight's rugby news as government urged to step in over Ospreys plan and region announce new signing

The latest headlines from Wales and around the world

Politics

8 d. ago Starmer has ‘made a mistake’ with plan to recognise Palestinian state – Badenoch

The Government announced last week it would recognise a Palestinian state in September unless Israel meets certain conditions.

Politics

8 d. ago Registrations of new cars down by 5% in July, figures suggest

The first electric car models eligible for new Government grants were announced on Tuesday.

Politics

8 d. ago Some travelers to US could face enormous fee under new Trump proposal

A government notice made the announcement on Monday, an effort that aims to crack down on visitors who overstay their visas.

Politics

8 d. ago Ukraine war briefing: Netherlands to buy €500m of US arms for Kyiv in first for new Nato supply line

Government says Patriot parts and missiles included while Nato chief expects announcements from other alliance countries soon. What we know on day 1,259See all our Russia-Ukraine war coverage Continue reading...

Events

9 d. ago Trump critic turned ally Nancy Mace announces run for South Carolina governor

The right-wing Republican touts Trump’s praise in her announcement ad and adopts the phase “South Carolina First”

Politics

9 d. ago Universities to be banned from accepting foreign students 'if courses are used as a 'back door' for asylum claims'

The Government is expected to announce plans next month to clamp down on the number of migrants using study visas to enter Britain before claiming asylum.

Events

1 week ago UK to evacuate ill and injured children from Gaza to receive NHS care

Government to announce taxpayer-funded initiative after three children were brought to UK under private schemeThe UK government will evacuate seriously ill and injured children from Gaza to the UK for NHS treatment under a scheme to be announced within weeks.Ministers will enable children in severe need to receive taxpayer-funded care. Three children were brought to the UK this year through a private scheme by the charity Project Pure Hope. Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago GMB paused for huge government breaking news announcement just minutes into ITV show

Good Morning Britain viewers were issued with the sudden update as Kate Garraway quickly passed over to a reporter outside Downing Street.

Politics

3 w. ago Miners 'elated' after long and 'painful' battle to get justice with Battle of Orgreave inquiry

The UK Government has announced there will be an inquiry into the famed Battle of Orgreave, to the huge relief of miners who have spent 41 years demanding justice

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