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Electric levy ‘will lead to financial ruin for delivery drivers’

Union backs our campaign against the Mayor’s move to axe c-charge exemption for green vehicles

Evening Standard · Aug 11, 2025

The man behind Scotland and Corsica’s enduring link

It is a common belief among Scots that certain European peoples have a special regard for them, unlike any feeling they may nurture for other…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 11, 2025

Suspended Labour councillor on trial over inciting violent disorder at protest

Ricky Jones, 57, is alleged to have committed the offence while addressing a crowd in Walthamstow, east London, on August 7 last year.

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025

From shutters to reflective paint: how to prevent UK homes overheating

Reducing urban heat islands, greening local areas and using heat pumps for air conditioning can also play a role

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2025

Demonstrators demanding release of Israeli hostages in Gaza clash with pro-Palestine protesters in London

Shouts of ‘free Palestine’ from counter-demonstrators caused disruption as two sides clash near Parliament

Evening Standard · Aug 10, 2025

Hundreds march to Downing Street urging release of Israeli hostages

There were several flare-ups with counter-protesters as the National March for the Hostages made its way through central London on Sunday.

Evening Standard · Aug 10, 2025

More than 500 people now arrested after protest in support of Palestine Action

More than 500 people have now been arrested under the Terrorism Act for showing support for Palestine Action at a protest in London

The National (Scotland) · Aug 10, 2025

Half of arrests at Palestine Action ban protest were 60 or over, data shows

Total of 532 arrests at London protest on Saturday, most for displaying placards or signs in support of proscribed group

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10, 2025

London weather: Amber heat health alert issued as capital sizzles in fourth heatwave of the summer

Warning of ‘serious’ impacts across the health service as amber heat health alert issued for many parts of England

Evening Standard · Aug 10, 2025

Demonstrators seeking release of Gaza hostages to march in London as Middle East tensions grip UK

Police in London are bracing for more demonstrations on Sunday as the war in Gaza continues to inflame tensions across the U.K. Demonstrators plan to march to the prime minister’s residence, demanding the release of hostages in Gaza

The Independent UK · Aug 10, 2025