2 h. ago The Guardian view on Europe’s failing economic orthodoxy: social contracts cannot be renewed through cuts | Editorial

The French prime minister, François Bayrou, has become the latest leader to target the less well-off in order to balance the booksAs European politicians begin to pack their suitcases and head to the beach, they do so against a domestic backdrop that begins to look distinctly ominous. In Britain and France, nationalist populist parties consistently lead in the polls. In Germany, the particularly extreme Alternative für Deutschland is neck and neck with the conservative CDU. Specific dynamics might vary but the unsettling pattern is the same – large swaths of voters increasingly identify with authoritarian and often xenophobic political forces.Prolonged post-industrial malaise, wage stagnation and austerity have precipitated this wave of disaffection with the mainstream, especially among the less well-off. Yet in London, Paris and Berlin, governments of the centre-left and centre-right seem intent on alienating disillusioned electorates still further. During his visit to London last ...

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4 h. ago The holiday essential Brits are being warned not to pack in suitcases this summer

It may feel like a short-term win to put everything in the hold, but if your luggage gets lost then it can be a painful experience - and these items should always stay with you in the cabin, says one expert.

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14 h. ago Brits who get four benefits warned not to ignore DWP letter that will stop payments

People on these benefits will be moved to Universal Credit amid the welfare reforms, but they’ll need to act as this won’t be automatic

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14 h. ago Britain is in a 'thunderdome' as Met Office issues several warnings ahead of downpours

Muggy heat is making Britain steamier than sweaty Singapore, with over three inches’ rain due in parts yesterday, with more thundery washouts for many areas today

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15 h. ago Brits offered £3,750 to switchover to EVs but experts warn of huge catch

UK drivers are being offered generous grants worth almost £4,000 as the government unveils its latest investment to make electric vehicles (EVs) more affordable. However, many models won't be eligible

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34 h. ago Brits warned they could be fined £2,500 for flying flags including Union Jack

The government has eased restrictions on flying flags, including not only the Union Jack but also the national flags of England and Wales - but falling foul of the rules could result in a fine

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34 h. ago Met Office 'danger to life' amber rare amber weather warning issued

An amber weather warning has been issued for parts of the UK as the Met Office says "intense rainfall" could cause a "danger to life" in a matter of hours. Parts of Britain are on alert for a 'danger to life' warning

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36 h. ago Brits issued warning on pressing common button in their car as it can 'slow your brain down'

A doctor has urged caution when it comes to using a function inside your car that you probably don’t realise has the bizarre ability to impair your cognitive powers and can therefore poses a safety risk when driving

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49 h. ago Britain is ‘not safe’ and critically underprepared for war, warns former Nato chief

British people are “not safe” and describing the country as underprepared for war is an “understatement”, a former Nato chief has warned parliament.

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49 h. ago Martin Lewis issues warning to Brits over Spain and Greece travel mistake

Martin Lewis has warned holidaymakers about the importance of travel insurance, after new statistics revealed the number of people who travel without it – leaving many out of pocket

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51 h. ago Britain and its people are 'not safe' says former Nato general warning we are 'underprepared' for war

He told Parliament: "We simply in this country are not safe.”

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51 h. ago Brits 'not safe' as Putin 'challenges world order', warns ex

Lord Robertson of Port Ellen said the UK was "underprepared" and that citizens in the country were "not safe" amid increased threats coming from Russia and China

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53 h. ago Foreign Office warns Brits against travelling to holiday hotspot

The FCDO has updated its travel advice today

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54 h. ago Britain and its people are not safe, former Nato chief warns Parliament

Lord Robertson of Port Ellen said the UK is lacking in ammunition, training, people, logistics, and medical capacity.

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54 h. ago Expert warns Brits risk hefty bills by hiding health details on travel insurance

A quarter of holidaymakers have travelled without insurance all together, according to new research

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55 h. ago Brits warned to be honest about health on travel insurance or risk huge bills

A quarter of holidaymakers have travelled without insurance all together, a fifth have also travelled knowing they were not fully covered by their policy

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55 h. ago Danger to life warning as thunderstorms are set to batter Britain: Met Office issues amber alert for 'significant' flooding and up to FOUR inches of rain in London and South East

The Met Office has issued an amber thunderstorm warning for London and South East England from 4am to 11am tomorrow amid concerns up to four inches of rain could fall in just a few hours.

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55 h. ago Met Office tells Brits in 80 places to prepare 'emergency' kit with three items

Met Office weather forecasters have told millions of Brits to prepare as several amber and yellow weather warnings are in place for serious thunderstorms this weekend

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56 h. ago Met Office issues rare AMBER thunderstorm warning as millions face 'danger to life'

The Met Office has issued an amber warning for thunderstorms impacting millions of Brits this weekend

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60 h. ago Brit drivers with phone holders in their cars issued urgent warning

Drivers up and down the nation have been warned over using phone holders in their car during the coming weeks, or risk causing severe damage to their vehicles and devices

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