NAO warns UK asylum reforms could trigger backlog, homelessness
Whitehall’s spending watchdog has revealed the Home Secretary’s plans to remodel the asylum system could lead to “unintended consequences” which…
Category: UK NEWS
UK news covering politics, economy, crime and breaking stories. Stay updated with the latest developments and headlines across the United Kingdom.
Afghan migrant accused of raping two girls had been granted leave to remain in UK
An Afghan national accused of raping two 14-year-old girls in Bolton had been allowed to remain in the UK with…
A member of British Army has been killed in Ukraine
A British service member has died in Ukraine, prompting tributes across the UK political spectrum and renewed attention on Britain’s…
Badenoch questions further minimum wage increases
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has raised doubts about whether the UK’s minimum wage should rise any further, warning that many…
Ex-children commissioner Longfield to lead abuse inquiry
A former children’s commissioner, Baroness Longfield, has been appointed to chair the government’s inquiry into child sexual abuse carried out…
Badenoch orders major review of UK benefits system
The Conservative Party has launched review of the UK’s benefits system, with party leader Kemi Badenoch warning that rising claims…
UK reconsiders security arrangements for Prince Harry
Prince Harry’s access to police protection during visits to the UK is currently being reassessed. The development comes months after…
Starmer meets Zelensky, Macron, Merz, reaffirms support for Ukraine
Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Downing Street, alongside French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor…
NHS 24 phone line delays soar across Scotland
A new review has revealed that the average waiting time for NHS 24 calls in Scotland has risen sharply from…
UK asylum policy fuels violence, deaths, say groups
Human rights organisations say the UK’s hardline policy aimed at stopping asylum seekers from crossing the Channel in small boats…