British Isles
Keir Starmer makes pre-election pitch with six pledges
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is set to outline six pledges as part of his pre-election pitch. These commitments include establishing a border security command to tackle criminal gangs behind small boat crossings…
Report endorses graduate visas amid immigration concerns
The graduate visa route, which allows overseas students to stay in the UK for up to three years post-graduation, should remain, according to a Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) report. This follows concerns from…
Many court hearings postponed as prison crisis worsens
Hundreds of court hearings have been postponed due to a worsening prison crisis. The Government has triggered emergency measures under Operation Early Dawn, causing defendants to remain in police custody instead of being…
Man arrested for terrorism offences and causing explosions
A 31-year-old man from Bedfordshire has been arrested on suspicion of terrorism offences after police discovered 'suspicious substances' at his home. Initially arrested on 6 May for causing explosions likely to endanger life…
Keir Starmer faces Labour anger after Tory MP's defection
Sir Keir Starmer’s decision to welcome Tory MP Natalie Elphicke's defection to Labour has stirred mixed reactions among Labour MPs. Elphicke, previously a Conservative representative for Dover, made the unexpected switch, causing some…
Scotland: Kate Forbes becomes deputy first minister as John Swinney unveils Cabinet
John Swinney, newly sworn in as First Minister of Scotland, has appointed Kate Forbes as Deputy First Minister, sparking criticism for creating a "continuity Cabinet." Forbes, previously Finance Secretary, replaces Shona Robison and…
Tech firms told to hide 'toxic' content from children
Ofcom has introduced draft codes of practice mandating tech firms to shield children from "toxic" content by enhancing age checks and modifying algorithms. This move comes after parents criticized the slow pace of…
Church of England - Living in Love and Faith group convening
Members of the Church of England’s Living in Love and Faith (LLF) initiative are set to convene for discussions in a Leicester hotel, as part of ongoing efforts to address divisions within the…
Polls open in England’s local elections, Tories braced for heavy losses
Polling stations have opened in England for local elections, with the Conservative Party facing potential heavy losses that might impact Rishi Sunak's leadership. These elections, spanning over 2,600 seats across 107 councils, serve…
UK universities brace for 'Gaza solidarity encampments'
Pro-Palestinian activists at several British universities have started to set up Gaza 'solidarity encampments' in response to similar movements on US campuses. This follows recent confrontations at American universities like Columbia and UCLA,…
