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Rishi Sunak announces handout for everyone in the UK and windfall tax on energy

There is £400 for everyone, £650 for people on benefits, £300 for pensioners and £150 for disabled people

Wales Online · May 26, 2022

Channel crossings: Average arrivals per boat nearly doubles in 12 months

A Home Office report said there had been an average of 32 people per small boat in January to March 2022.

The Independent UK · May 26, 2022

Nearly one in 12 young adults in UK identifies as lesbian, gay or bisexual

The percentage for adults identifying as heterosexual or straight is on “a decreasing trend”.

The Independent UK · May 25, 2022

How Russian disinformation could derail NATO entry plans for Finland and Sweden

In addition to Turkey’s objections, Russian influence across Europe could prove a barrier to Nordic expansion, says Borzou Daragahi

The Independent UK · May 18, 2022

With inflation now at a 40-year high, what can households expect next?

Britons are now being hit with price rises across most essentials such as energy, fuel, food and clothing, and more cost pain is on the horizon.

Evening Standard · May 18, 2022

‘No time to lose’ to help those struggling with surging living costs

StepChange Debt Charity said the surging cost of living is among the most common reasons people with financial struggles give for their debts.

The Independent UK · May 18, 2022

UK may be hit with ‘blood rain’ this week as thunderstorms move in

Red or orange rain could fall in some parts of the country amid downpours, lightning, strong winds and hail.

The Independent UK · May 18, 2022

‘Pro-police’ Patel to give Taser powers to special constables

The Home Secretary announced the move during a speech at the annual Police Federation conference in Manchester.

The Independent UK · May 17, 2022

Universal Credit claims up 13 per cent with another 200,000 people on benefits

It comes as inflation across the UK heads towards 10 per cent and unemployment stands at 3.7%

Wales Online · May 17, 2022

Sam Ryder feels ‘fantastic’ as he arrives in UK after Eurovision triumph

The jubilant but tired singer said he was looking forward to a family curry.

The Independent UK · May 15, 2022