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UK asylum reforms spark backlash within Labour Party, support from rivals

The British government plans to tighten its asylum system, sparking resistance within its own party

The Independent UK

Home Secretary sets out reforms to overhaul ‘unfair’ asylum system

Shabana Mahmood said it was the ‘uncomfortable truth’ that the UK’s asylum offer compared to other European countries is drawing people to the UK.

Evening Standard

Asylum seekers will not view Ireland more favourably than UK – minister

Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan said he will be publishing a new International Protection Bill to reform Ireland’s asylum system later this year.

Evening Standard

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'Come Back Without Meghan': Kate Middleton Reportedly Wants Harry Home Without His Wife

Kate Middleton allegedly asked Prince Harry to return to the UK without Meghan Markle to resolve his issues with Prince William amid their ongoing feud.

International Business Times UK

Banned Driver Cruz Beckham: The 'Infuriated' Son Faces New Road Rules

Two speeding tickets in, and Cruz Beckham had his driving license revoked. What must the third son of David and Victoria Beckham do to regain his privileges under the stricter UK 'New Driver' law?

International Business Times UK

Reselling tickets for profit to be outlawed in UK government crackdown

Touts, and ordinary consumers, will no longer be able to charge anything more than price at which they bought ticket

The Guardian - UK

Labour is at a crossroads on illegal migration

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Many are rightly uneasy about the home secretary’s draconian proposals for migration – but if overhauling our policy is what it takes to restore faith in the asylum system, Britain will be richer for it

The Independent UK

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FTSE 100 falters ahead of inflation print and Nvidia earnings release

The FTSE 100 index closed down 22.94 points, 0.2%, at 9,675.43.

Evening Standard

Mahmood sets out plans for tougher asylum system in face of Labour resistance

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said even people who are genuine refugees ‘asylum shop’ their way across Europe before choosing the UK.

Evening Standard

Shabana Mahmood plans to remove more families from UK in asylum shake-up

Home secretary will also consult on ending financial support for those with children if refused asylum, document shows

The Guardian - UK

UK officials ‘working day and night’ to resolve NHS drug pricing row’

Patrick Vallance says government trying to rebuild relations with pharma industry as he outlines life sciences ambition

The Guardian - UK

UK downplays reports it has stopped sharing intelligence with US regarding narco-traffickers

Yvette Cooper makes first public comments by minister over issue linked to bombing campaign in Caribbean

The Guardian - UK

Healey: Aircraft carrier under Nato command can be ready for UK use in five days

The Defence Secretary visited HMS Prince of Wales, which is anchored off Naples.

Evening Standard

The UK is bringing in digital IDs. Here’s how to stop them becoming surveillance tools

Without clear legal and technical safeguards, digital IDs risk shifting from convenience to control.

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The Guardian - UK

Anglican bishop shaken ‘to the core’ by home secretary’s asylum seeker comments

Bishop of Edmonton says people coming to UK are being ‘scapegoated’ for years of policy failures

Evening Standard

There is a ‘window of opportunity’ to address Troubles legacy, says Harris

In September, British and Irish leaders unveiled a joint framework to address longstanding legacy issues in Northern Ireland.

Evening Standard

Which countries are illegal migrants coming from as Home Office issues visa ban threat?

Here are the most common nationalities of migrants coming to the UK both legally and illegally, those applying for asylum and those currently in prison

International Business Times UK

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Shock: 'Establishment Group' Plots Return To Smash Monarchy

A powerful establishment group is backing 'Project Thaw' to bring Prince Harry and Meghan Markle back to the UK. Read the conditions and the potential political fallout.

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How to watch Summerwater on Channel 4 — it's *FREE*

Dougray Scott stars in this gripping thriller, and our guide explains how to watch Summerwater online now and free from anywhere.

Evening Standard

UK asylum system: Key numbers, trends and definitions

Some 111,084 people applied for asylum in the UK in the year to June 2025, the highest number for any 12-month period since current records began.

The Guardian - UK

TotalEnergies buys €5.1bn stake in Czech tycoon’s power plants business

Daniel Křetínský to become a major shareholder in French oil firm as part of deal creating 50/50 joint venture

The Conversation

How adding plants to your driveway could reduce winter flood risks

When it comes to adapting cities to a rapidly and dramatically changing climate, the garden is on the frontline of the fight. Gardens act as green sinkholes, allowing excess rainwater to escape, as well as helping to cool cities in summer.

The Conversation

The UK government’s risky rollback of financial regulation threatens long-term growth

The financial crisis of 2008 left deep scars on the British economy. The average UK household is now estimated to be 16% poorer than it would have been had that crisis never occurred.

Metal Hammer

“Think of it as the metal version of Goodbye by the Spice Girls!” Leading lights of the UK underground Svalbard have just released their final song

The four-piece’s farewell UK tour kicks off on Wednesday

TechRadar

Sick of slow train Wi-Fi? A fix could soon be on the way thanks to this new satellite trial

UK trains have begun a satellite connectivity trial to improve on-board Wi-Fi speeds.

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