14 m. ago Banning Palestine Action may be ‘escalation too far’, says Labour peer

The concerns come as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper will update Parliament on Monday on the Government’s plan to ban Palestine Action.

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20 m. ago ‘High energy costs have held back businesses’, says Miliband as government announces industrial strategy – UK politics live

Prime minister says 10-year industrial strategy marks ‘turning point for economy’ as energy secretary says government will cut electricity costs for businessesBy the way, if you actually wanted to read the Modern Industrial Strategy document published by the government today, you can find it here.The government has just pushed out a joint statement from business leaders welcoming it, which says:The Industrial Strategy launched today marks a significant step forward and a valuable opportunity for the business community to rally behind a new vision for the UK – boosting confidence, sentiment, and enthusiasm for investment.From start-ups and small businesses to large corporates, businesses need a more attractive, stable environment that enables faster, easier, and more certain investment decisions.For too long high electricity costs have held back British businesses, as a result of our reliance on gas sold on volatile international markets.As part of our modern industrial strategy we’r...

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31 m. ago Brit woman missing after hiring Formentera boat found alive after four days

The British woman had been reported missing after failing to return a motorboat she had hired. She was spotted adrift four days later by a ferry heading from mainland Spain to Ibiza

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32 m. ago Government launches national investigation into NHS maternity services

The rapid investigation comes after Health Secretary Wes Streeting met with families who have lost babies due to poor maternity care.

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36 m. ago The best affordable hotels in Dublin, from dorm rooms to boutique stays on a budget

While Dublin is not always a cheap weekend away, these hotels will allow you to save a bit more spending money for pints of Guinness in Temple Bar

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37 m. ago Foreign Office issues urgent warning for UK tourists travelling to Dubai and Doha

The Government has issued an urgent warning for tourists travelling to Dubai , Qatar and other major Middle Eastern destinations following the US military strikes against Iran on June 22.

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63 m. ago US billionaire John Textor sells stake in bid to save Crystal Palace’s European status

Palace’s involvement in the Europa League was under serious threat due to Textor’s position at the club

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69 m. ago British Business Bank invests in entrepreneurs in £6.6bn funding commitment

The UK Government’s development bank has revealed the investment plans as part of Sir Keir Starmer’s 10-year industrial strategy announcement.

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74 m. ago US billionaire John Textor sells stake in bid save Crystal Palace’s European status

Palace’s involvement in the Europa League was under serious threat due to Textor’s position at the club

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78 m. ago Ryanair kicked us off a plane on our dream holiday to Spain because we hadn't paid extra to reserve our own seats

Scott McCormick, 33, and Helena Borthwick, 32, had already paid the low cost carrier £384.55 for the return flights from Birmingham to Mallorca in Spain.

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87 m. ago David Lammy repeatedly declines to say whether British government believes US strikes on Iran were illegal – UK politics live

Keir Starmer backs strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities and calls on Tehran to return to negotiations but warns of ‘risk of escalation’ in Middle EastArmed forces minister Luke Pollard also appeared on the media round today, and stuck to the government line of not commenting on US action against Iran.He told viewers of Sky News that “it’s not for me to comment on the particular US action, but we’re assessing the battle damage at the moment to understand the true extent of the strikes.”I’m sorry that (the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action) has since been breached, of course I am, but that’s why the international community is ultimately committed to this. And let’s be clear, if Iran is able to enrich beyond 60%, is able to get a weapon, what we will see is nuclear proliferation across the Middle East, the world will be seriously more dangerous than it is at the moment, that’s why it must be stopped.I went straight to Geneva to sit with the Iranians. I spent seven hours in Geneva to ta...

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3 h. ago Youngsters from Wishaw high school return from annual sports event with impressive haul of medals

St Aidan's S1 to S3 pupils were outstanding in their competitions.

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3 h. ago Worried about inheritance tax on your pension? Don't let a scammer take advantage

A finance expert is warning savers to be wary of scammers offering easy 'solutions' to the tax change, which will happen in 2027.

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3 h. ago Majority of children will be overweight or obese in nine areas of England by 2035, study shows

Exclusive: Analysis by Royal Society for Public Health suggests obesity rates will rise in 90% of the countryThe majority of children will be overweight or obese in nine areas of England by 2035, according to “deeply concerning” projections showing child obesity rates are set to worsen across 90% of the country.More than a third of primary school children (36%) are already overweight or obese, figures from the government’s national child measurement programme show. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Rich Americans flock to apply for New Zealand’s ‘golden visas’ after rules relaxed

Coalition government loosened requirements for its Active Investor Plus visa in bid to boost flagging economyWealthy Americans are leading the charge in applications for New Zealand’s “golden visas” after rules on applying were relaxed.New Zealand’s coalition government in February loosened the requirements for its Active Investor Plus visa – commonly known as the golden visa – offering residency to wealthy foreigners in a bid to boost the flagging economy. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Met chief ‘shocked’ at Palestine Action support protest as Home Secretary moves to ban group

The Home Secretary will update Parliament on the Government’s plan to ban Palestine Action following its vandalism of two planes at an RAF base

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5 h. ago In London and Paris, we’ve experienced vicious backlash to climate action. But we’re not backing down | Sadiq Khan and Anne Hidalgo

Around the world, well-funded, organised climate deniers are spreading lies about the crisis. We call on governments and tech companies to step upSadiq Khan is mayor of London and Anne Hidalgo is mayor of ParisAs mayors of two of the world’s great cities, we see every day how the climate emergency is already reshaping people’s lives, affecting the people and places we love. From deadly heatwaves and devastating floods to rising inequality and health crises driven by air pollution, the costs of inaction are not theoretical; they are measured in lives taken, homes destroyed and business revenue lost.Ten years ago, the Paris agreement was signed, marking a turning point in the global fight against climate breakdown. But today, progress is being undermined by a deeply concerning threat: a surge in climate deniers and delayers spreading virulent disinformation. We mustn’t let this hope disappear as the world gathers in Belém at the end of 2025 for Cop30.Sadiq Khan is mayor of London and ...

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5 h. ago UK government to invest more than £500mn in quantum computing

Cash boost for technology with potential to transform areas ranging from industrial materials to communications security

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6 h. ago There is no doubt Chris Hoy has saved lives and deserves Scotland’s Champion trophy

Record View says since being diagnosed with prostate cancer, Sir Chris Hoy has helped raise awareness of the illness by speaking out.

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6 h. ago Banning strangling in porn will help tackle violence against women, says Scots MP

EXCLUSIVE: Joani Reid said online videos are "influencing real-world behaviour" and hailed the UK Government's decision as "a step in the right direction."

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