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Finance firm Peel Hunt swings to profit as revenues surge

However, the group said global information pressures and volatile conditions have weighed on UK market confidence in recent months.

Evening Standard · Jun 15

Australia has already banned social media for under 16s – here’s what the UK can learn from the experience

As the UK prepares to introduce an “Australia plus” ban on social media for under 16s, many lessons can be learned from Australia’s experiment. Many people may think Australia’s ban is a success, with nearly 5 million social media accounts deactivated, removed or restricted. But the reality couldn’t be further…

The Conversation · Jun 15

UK’s ban on Palestine Action under terror legislation was lawful, Court of Appeal says

The British government acted lawfully when it banned the protest group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization, the Court of Appeal in London has ruled

The Independent UK · Jun 15

How Australia’s social media ban has affected families six months on

As UK ban for under-16s is confirmed, experience of Australian parents of similar restrictions has been mixed

The Guardian - UK · Jun 15

State Pension Is Just £22 Away From Triggering Income Tax for Millions of Pensioners

Rising State Pension payments are pushing UK pensioners closer to the income tax threshold. Here's a look at the impact of the frozen Personal Allowance and how to manage potential tax bills effectively.

International Business Times UK · Jun 15

UK to intensify crackdown on illegal migrants in Northern Ireland

Authorities in the United Kingdom are planning a significant increase in immigration enforcement operations in Northern Ireland. The focus will be on illegal migrants entering and residing in the region through the Common Travel Area. This intensified campaign aims to identify, detain, arrest, and remove individuals found to be in…

The Economic Times · Jun 15

UK PM announces ban on social media for under-16s

LONDON - Children under 16 will be banned from using social media in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday, saying such platforms were making youngsters "unhappy".

Bangkok Post · Jun 15

Grandfather of Jesse Lingard dies ahead of trial for alleged child sex offences

The former Manchester United player flew to the UK from South Korea, where he was playing for FC Seoul, to give evidence in his grandfather’s defence last April

The Independent UK · Jun 15

UK to sizzle in 30C heat after days of cool, unsettled weather

Britain is set for a dramatic return of summer warmth this week. Temperatures are expected to climb significantly, with some areas in England and Wales potentially reaching close to 30C. This shift follows a period of cooler, showery weather. High pressure building across Europe will bring sunshine and dry conditions.

The Times of India · Jun 15

Dave Greenslade, founder of UK prog rockers Greenslade, has died, aged 83

Dave Greenslade was a founding member of jazz proggers Colosseum and formed his own band, Greenslade, in 1976

Louder · Jun 15