Online conspiracy theories could become a threat to Starmer’s government
It presented Sir Keir Starmer with his first big challenge in office, and the Southport stabbings - followed by riots...
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Environmental bodies to be stripped of powers to delay building
Environmental bodies will be stripped of their powers to delay major infrastructure projects in a bid to "get Britain building"...
Rachel Reeves risks economic ‘doom loop’ if spending cuts continue, ex-Bank of England chief economist warns
Rachel Reeves risks entering an economic "doom loop" if she continues to cut spending, a former Bank of England chief...
‘Terrorism has changed’: Southport attack a sign the country faces a new threat, PM says
Sir Keir Starmer has said "Britain faces a new threat" and terrorism has changed in light of the Southport attack...
Plans for two types of ID to buy knives online after Southport attacker bought weapon from Amazon
People buying knives online will be asked for two types of identification under new government plans to prevent underage sales...
Church of England concerned after government nearly halves funding for listed places of worship repairs
The Church of England has said the government slashing funding available for listed places of worship repairs will only provide...
Senedd members could lose their seats under new plans
Senedd members could lose their seats under new plans recommended to the Welsh government.Currently, there is no mechanism in place...
‘Not ill at all’ young people getting diagnosed with ‘fashionable’ ADHD, peer claims
A peer has claimed ADHD is a "fashionable disorder" and that many diagnosed with the condition are "not that ill...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves indicates she will overrule environmental objections to a third runway at Heathrow
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has indicated she will overrule environmental objections to a third runway at Heathrow in order to prioritise...
Former home secretary calls for cap on political donations as govt says it’s ‘not a priority’
Former home secretary Lord Blunkett has called for a cap on political donations made by companies and stricter rules on...