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Measures Against Threat From Russia to Be Elevated to Highest Level: Minister
Security minister Dan Jarvis said ‘Russia presents an acute threat to UK national security.’
VAT on Private School Fees ‘Ill Thought-Out’ and Damaging, High Court Told
Several private schools, children who attend them, and their parents, are bringing legal action against the Treasury.
UK Nuclear Programme Faces Scrutiny Amid Rising Global Tensions
Britain’s Trident programme, based in Scotland, is made up of four nuclear submarines.
‘Awful April’ Sees Rising Costs for Households, Businesses, Homebuyers, and Drivers
Tory Party leader Kemi Badenoch called the increase in employer taxes ‘a direct hit on working people’ which will crush businesses and result in fewer jobs.
UK Races to Reach US Deal as Global Trade Tensions Rise
The United States is Britain’s largest trading partner, accounting for 22 percent of UK exports.
Birmingham City Council Declares Major Incident as Bin Strike Continues
The council says bin lorries are being prevented by picket lines from leaving waste depots.
Efforts to Tackle Organised Illegal Immigration Must Span from Source to Streets: Starmer
The government is also expanding right-to-work checks to gig economy workers, with employers who fail to undertake the checks facing penalties including jail.
Kerr to Return After Football Australia Decides Her Actions Warrant ‘No Further Action’
Kerr faced court over accusations of racially aggravated harassment.
Justice Secretary ‘Considering All Her Options’ on Sentencing Council: Minister
The government is set to introduce a law change in Parliament to override the new guidance for judges.
Primark Boss Paul Marchant Resigns Over Inappropriate Behaviour
The retailer’s parent firm Associated British Foods said the chief executive admitted to an ‘error of judgment.’
America in Brief
Intelligence leaders face grilling over Signal chat leak; U.S. announces 25 percent auto tariffs; and top MS-13 gang member arrested.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Announces Major Restructuring to US Health and Human Services
HHS plans to cut a quarter of its workforce down to 62,000 employees.
Influence of Lockdown, Pandemic-Era Messaging Contributing to Pupil Absences, Report Suggests
One campaigner has criticised schools for using rewards to improve attendance, saying they isolate children who miss school through no fault of their own.
Households to See Across-the-Board ‘Awful April’ Bill Increases
With the average household already spending £2,062 on essentials each month, the latest increases could add another £49.45 to this figure.
McCann Family Stalking Suspect Denied Bail by Crown Court Judge
Polish national Julia Wandel, 23, will be kept in prison custody until a further hearing next month.
WHSmith Agrees to Sell UK High Street Shops and Is Set for Rebrand
The sale does not include the retailer’s travel locations, such as shops in airports and train stations, nor the WHSmith brand.
Doctor Warns Legalising Assisted Suicide Would Permanently Damage Doctor-Patient Trust
Dr. Calum Miller said if the law is changed, it would be ‘hugely dangerous’ as it would fundamentally change our concept of what constitutes care.
British Car Industry Urges Trade Deal as US Imposes 25 Percent Tariff on Imports
The United States is the UK’s second top car export market, behind the EU.
Reeves ‘Absolutely Certain’ Welfare Cuts Will Not Push People Into Poverty
The chancellor denied there will be further tax rises or spending cuts at the Autumn Budget in order to balance the books.
