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Met chief says more people may come forward after Brand rape conviction
Sir Mark Rowley confirms two further rape investigations and backs mandatory jury directions on rape myths
Burnham says he did not know full extent of Brand’s conduct
The prime minister was questioned about his 2014 support for the comedian, who remains in custody before sentencing on Monday
EU AI rules to cover Northern Ireland devices, not standalone online tools
Smart speakers and AI-linked watches fall within the Windsor Framework arrangements, while standalone business tools remain outside their scope
CoreWeave’s share slide exposes debt risks behind the AI computing boom
Long-term customer contracts support billions in borrowing, but analysts disagree over whether strong computing demand can outweigh the financial risks
New guidance reserves same-day baby care hearings for immediate safety risks
Applicants must justify urgent hearings with evidence, while a newborn protocol seeks earlier family support and fairer participation for parents
Cocaine deaths overtake heroin in England and Wales
The overall drug death rate fell for the first time since 2012, but regional inequalities widened and ketamine-linked fatalities reached a record
Palestine Action ban has weakened trust in terror laws, Supreme Court hears
Ammori’s lawyers argue criminal powers were sufficient, while Jewish communal groups say escalating attacks threatened their institutions
Parliament’s known asbestos total rises despite removal of 700 items
Further survey discoveries intensify pressure for a restoration vote as MPs warn that each year of delay costs taxpayers £420m
Welsh tram-trains costing over £200m remain mostly unused three years after first delivery
Only 16 of 36 vehicles have passed statutory testing, as passengers face a five-year delay to promised service increases
Former SAS commander denies shoot-to-kill missions and attacks Troubles Bill
George Simm challenges Labour’s legacy legislation as families of three men killed at Drumnakilly maintain that arrests were possible
Pound matches post-referendum high ahead of Bank rate decision
Gains against a basket of 18 currencies come ahead of an expected rate rise, offering consumers greater buying power despite pressure from energy costs
Can Britain promise good-faith slavery talks while ruling out reparations?
An apology has moral value without compensation. But claims for continuing harm demand an answer about redress—and who should bear its cost.
UK meat supplier reports cold units at 100C after European cyber-attack
Empty equipment spared British suppliers food losses, while European retailers discarded spoiled produce and cyber-security officials urged businesses to secure ageing systems
Hackers target French blood storage in widening refrigeration attacks
Staff protected donated supplies after temperature settings were altered; researchers see signs of co-ordination but have not established who was responsible
Delhi tightens pollution controls as court permits limited Diwali fireworks
Air quality reaches the ‘very poor’ category as police are ordered to check certification codes and seize illegal firecrackers
David Jones enters administration after 188 years as thousands of jobs face risk
Shops and online trading continue as the 6,000-strong workforce faces uncertainty and receivers examine an outdated store estate
Five years after sexual assault allegation, Peng Shuai reportedly living quietly in Beijing
The former doubles world No 1 is believed to be living quietly in Beijing, on the margins of the sport.
Birmingham votes to review financial ties to Israel.
Opponents call the decision a ‘disgrace’, accusing the council of neglecting problems at home.
Mayors allowed to impose ‘tent tax’ on festival-goers and Scouts
Ministers warned that a visitor levy could hit live music events and charities operating on ‘shoestring budgets’.
British businesses face rising export costs and supply chain pressures, ONS finds
The ONS Business Insights and Conditions Survey finds a significant proportion of trading businesses facing higher export costs and supply chain difficulties amid persistent international logistics disruption and changing trade barriers.
Five universities launch UK Quantum SuperConnector to bring research to market
The UK Quantum SuperConnector brings together five leading British universities to help domestic quantum research move towards commercial use and market readiness.
Betfred will not renew sponsorship of all five British Classics, citing tax rises
The bookmaker says successive Treasury increases in remote gaming and betting duties have put financial pressure on its title sponsorship of the 2,000 Guineas, 1,000 Guineas, Derby, Oaks and St Leger.
HMS Prince of Wales arrives in Oslo for security talks after strike drone milestone
The Royal Navy flagship’s visit for talks on northern European defence and security follows a fortnight of operations that included the first launch of strike drones from a British aircraft carrier at sea.
Bank of England raises Bank Rate to 4% as energy prices increase
The Monetary Policy Committee voted for a quarter-point increase, citing a further substantial rise in international energy prices driven by the Middle East conflict, with consumer price inflation projected to approach 5% by the middle of next year.
High Court orders greater disclosure on government AI contracts
Departments must provide greater transparency about suppliers and disclose algorithmic impact assessments for public-sector artificial intelligence contracts.
Home Office expands digital border checks and electronic travel authorisation
Digital pre-clearance and biometric checks have been introduced at all major British international airports and ferry ports to strengthen immigration tracking and border security.
ONS reports modest retail growth and stable consumer confidence ahead of winter
October retail volumes remained resilient across the UK, supported by steady household spending and a slight easing in food price inflation, Office for National Statistics indicators show.
Welsh Government launches funding programme to upgrade South Wales rail links
Transport ministers in Cardiff announced a significant capital funding package intended to shorten commuter journeys and support industrial regeneration through better connections between Swansea, Cardiff and Newport.
Home Office extends electronic travel authorisations for visitors to the UK
The latest phase of the UK's digital border programme extends mandatory authorisation requirements to all arrivals who do not need a visa, with the aim of strengthening immigration enforcement and security screening at major airports.
Scottish Government announces emergency housing investment to tackle urban homelessness
First Minister John Swinney announced capital funding to accelerate social housing construction and refurbish vacant properties in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee as Scottish councils face severe homelessness pressures.
Northern Ireland Executive reaches cross-party agreement on public sector pay and budgets
Stormont leaders finalised a comprehensive fiscal agreement in Belfast, settling longstanding pay disputes and restoring normal budgetary operations across Northern Ireland's health, education and transport departments.
Carmakers commit fresh investment to West Midlands electric vehicle supply chain
Major global carmakers confirmed capital commitments to retool factories in Birmingham and Coventry, securing thousands of skilled engineering jobs and expanding battery cell production across the English Midlands.
Ed Miliband approves major North Sea wind farm off Aberdeen
The development forms part of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero's clean energy strategy, which aims to power millions of British homes and accelerate the decarbonisation of national infrastructure.
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