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King's role is not policy making, says Palace in slavery apology row
The British monarchy and government face mounting pressure over slavery apologies and debt reform during King Charles III's Caribbean tour.
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As reparations debate grows, Caribbean campaigners point to one British family's example
Caribbean campaigners and Commonwealth leaders are pressuring the UK government for a formal apology and reparations regarding the history of slavery.
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King to address slavery in Antigua as PM says he is open to possible UK apology
King Charles III faces escalating calls for slavery reparations and a formal apology during his official visit to Antigua.
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Serious pollution by water industry remains high despite £5bn investment, say regulators
Regulators' joint report shows UK water pollution still high despite £5bn spend, sparking bonus clampdowns and low ratings.
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Britain Approves New Gas Drilling in the North Sea
The UK government has approved the controversial Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea, sparking immediate political and environmental debate.
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UK government to make Jackdaw gas field announcement
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Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules
UK rolls out new rules capping private parking fines as Burnham vows to end rip‑off charges
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Government expands police support to political figures who are not MPs
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ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says government review
A UK government review warns of an over-diagnosis risk for ADHD and autism among youth, prompting widespread debate.
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UK launches new vaping tax to deter young people and tackle illegal trading
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Shabana Mahmood to reopen scheme to resettle refugees in the UK
Shabana Mahmood has announced plans to reopen a scheme for resettling refugees in the UK during the Labour conference.
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John Healey to promise 'new age of industrialisation' for UK in conference speech
UK Secretary of State John Healey is unveiling a strategy for a 'new age of industrialisation' centered on a multi-billion-pound naval investment.
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To Drill or Not to Drill? Britain Nears Decision on Aging North Sea Oil Fields.
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New law to force tech firms to prevent children from taking nude images
United Kingdom plans new laws requiring technology companies to block children from taking and sharing nude images.
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UK government condemns anti-migrant protests at ports over Channel boat crossings
The UK government has condemned anti-migrant protests at ports as clashes between far-right demonstrators and police erupt in Portsmouth.
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Protesters block roads in Portsmouth after 140 migrants arrive in boat
Protesters block roads in Portsmouth after a boat arrival, drawing swift condemnation from the UK government amid rising unrest.
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UK police face questions over anti-migrant protests by masked demonstrators
UK authorities and police face intense scrutiny following masked anti-migrant demonstrations involving boat protests.
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UK gov’t condemns masked anti-immigrant protesters blocking Dover port
The UK government has condemned masked anti-immigration protesters after they blocked traffic to the Port of Dover, Britain's busiest ferry port.
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'Facts matter less': Israel, Huckabee slam UK foreign secretary over Gaza medicine claims
US and Israeli officials accuse UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband of antisemitism following his remarks on Gaza medicine.
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Harry backed by ex-minister after contacting Home Sec about his security
Prince Harry and Meghan receive high-level political support in their ongoing legal and diplomatic struggle over security protections.
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Mayors to get powers to overrule local councils on planning decisions
Mayors are set to receive new authority to overrule local councils and force through major developments.
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Harry and Meghan’s security: officials ‘will reconsider armed protection’
UK officials are reconsidering armed protection for Prince Harry and Meghan as the Duke makes private pleas to the Home Secretary regarding his security.
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Scientists stunned by children's lung recovery in ultra low emission zone
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As EV sales, oil costs and wildfires spike, UK gov’t considers.. fewer EVs? (update)
The UK government is weighing a reduction in electric vehicle sales targets amid pressure from car manufacturers and shifting economic conditions.
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Drought declared in 'almost three-quarters' of England, UK government says
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OpenAI Says Models Breached Boundaries During Outside Testing
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Artists, writers and scientists urge UK government to save Jodrell Bank Observatory
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Find funding and save Jodrell Bank, stars say
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Apple challenges UK government’s latest demand for iCloud backdoor: report
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BAE Systems wins £5.9 billion UK submarine contract
BAE Systems secures a multi-billion pound UK submarine contract as leaders emphasize national security and job creation.
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Benedict Cumberbatch Says Paramount-Warner Deal Is A “Calamity” That Must Be Blocked
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UK's Burnham opens 'No10 North' to shift economic power from London
UK leader Andy Burnham is decentralizing government power by establishing 'No10 North' in Manchester to stimulate national economic growth.
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UK leader Burnham gathers his Cabinet after sweeping away Starmer supporters
Newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham begins his tenure by restructuring his Cabinet and prioritizing the UK's cost-of-living crisis.
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John Healey becomes chancellor weeks after shock resignation from defence job
John Healey takes over as UK chancellor following Andy Burnham's sweeping cabinet appointments.
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Bezos Backs AI Startup to Discover New Materials for Chipmaking
Jeff Bezos and the UK government back artificial intelligence startup CuspAI in a $450 million Series B funding round.
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Researchers develop methods for breaking down forever chemicals
New scientific breakthroughs in destroying 'forever chemicals' emerge as governments weigh the feasibility of PFAS bans.
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UK nationalizes Chinese-owned British Steel to protect nation’s steelmaking capacity
The UK government has nationalized British Steel, removing Chinese ownership to safeguard domestic steelmaking capacity and protect thousands of jobs.
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Salary information to be shown on job ads under new laws
New laws mandate that salary information be included in job advertisements as part of a broader government overhaul of equal pay rules.
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Burnham faces crucial choice for chancellor as battle for No 11 continues
Incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces a high-stakes appointment for Chancellor as business leaders and political allies clash over the choice.
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UK approval for China's mega embassy in London challenged in court by locals
Local residents are taking the UK government to the High Court to block the construction of China's proposed 'super embassy' in London.
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Government failing Farage over security, says Jenrick
Robert Jenrick claims the government is failing Nigel Farage on security, sparking a live radio clash.
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Dimon pressed over whether he lobbied UK government on Epstein’s advice
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon faces scrutiny over alleged lobbying of the UK government based on advice from Jeffrey Epstein.
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UK culture minister quits X over ‘abuse and misinformation’
UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has departed the social media platform X, citing concerns regarding platform-wide abuse and misinformation.
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UK government ‘minded to intervene’ in Paramount-Warner Bros. merger
The UK government has signaled an intent to intervene in the proposed $110 billion merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
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UK to ban social media for under-16s to 'give kids their childhood back'
The United Kingdom has announced a nationwide social media ban for individuals under the age of 16 to prioritize childhood development.
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Britain’s defence secretary Healey quits over defence spending
UK Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, citing insufficient military spending under the government of Prime Minister Keir Starmer.