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‘We call it a touchstone’: the mission to find the Windrush anchor

The wreck of the ship that was key in Black migration to the UK lies off Algeria. A team is determined to bring its anchor home

The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2023

Scotland able to spend more on public services after deal with UK Treasury

Agreement will allow Scottish ministers to double annual borrowing and borrow more for major projects

The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2023

Scottish Labour candidate vows to be his own man when it comes to Westminster

Michael Shanks described the UK’s two-child benefit cap and so-called bedroom tax as ‘heinous’ policies at the launch of his by-election campaign.

The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2023

Does the UK need more North Sea oil and gas?

Rishi Sunak’s announcement that he will allow more drilling in the North Sea has led to new questions over the future of UK energy policy.

The Week · Aug 2, 2023

Home Office 'denies visa' to top African cyclist ahead of Glasgow world championships

THE UK Government has denied a visa to one of the world’s top cyclists, meaning they will not be able to take part in the world championships in…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 2, 2023

Perseid meteor shower set to light up UK skies this month – how to watch

THE Perseid meteor shower is set to light up the night skies in one of the most dramatic displays of the year.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 2, 2023

Chomping for The Meg 2? Catch these 6 cheesy action films on Netflix, Prime Video, Max and more first

The Meg 2: The Trench takes a bite out of the box office on August 4 – here are six similar films to watch before it arrives.

TechRadar · Aug 2, 2023

London-listed companies must find a new way to woo investors

City Voices: Companies need to stop whining about the lack of interest in their equities and build some

Evening Standard · Aug 2, 2023

Rutherglen by-election: a pivotal moment for Labour in Scotland?

The UK is headed for yet another by-election in the constituency of Rutherglen and Hamilton West, viewed as a bellwether for the strength of Scottish Labour’s recovery – and an indicator of who may win the next general election.

The Week · Aug 2, 2023

Youngest climber of UK’s highest peaks over 48 hours becomes award finalist

Seren Price from South Wales smashed the record while raising thousands for a children’s hospital that helped her as a baby.

The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2023