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Wednesday, Dec 11

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Teachers, nurses warn of strikes over 2.8 per cent pay rise proposal

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TEACHERS and nurses may strike after the government recommended a 2.8 per cent pay rise for public sector workers for… Continue reading Teachers, nurses warn of strikes over 2.8 per cent pay rise proposal

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Northern Ireland approves extension of post-Brexit trade rules

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NORTHERN Ireland’s devolved government has voted to continue implementing post-Brexit trading arrangements under the Windsor Framework, a deal signed between… Continue reading Northern Ireland approves extension of post-Brexit trade rules

Sanjay Bhandari’s extradition appeal opens in London

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SANJAY BHANDARI, a consultant in the defence sector wanted in India on alleged tax evasion and money-laundering charges, began an… Continue reading Sanjay Bhandari’s extradition appeal opens in London

Tuesday, Dec 10

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‘Covid bereavement rates in Scotland highest among Asians’

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THE bereavement rates due to Covid in Scotland have been highest among those identifying with ‘Any other’ ethnic group (68… Continue reading ‘Covid bereavement rates in Scotland highest among Asians’

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Comment: Britain needs culture, not war

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CONSERVATIVE PARTY leader Kemi Badenoch has decided to be out and proud as a culture warrior. “It is meant to… Continue reading Comment: Britain needs culture, not war

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Community organisations encourage transition to eVisa for convenience and security

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Community organisations and immigration experts support the UK government’s campaign to advise people about the change from physical immigration documents… Continue reading Community organisations encourage transition to eVisa for…

Trump nominates Harmeet Dhillon for top Department of Justice role

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US PRESIDENT-ELECT Donald Trump has nominated Indian-American attorney Harmeet K Dhillon as assistant attorney general for civil rights at the… Continue reading Trump nominates Harmeet Dhillon for top Department of Justice role

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Harshita Brella case: Marriage, abuse, and a tragic end

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HARSHITA BRELLA, a 24-year-old woman living in Corby, Northamptonshire, was found dead in the boot of a car on 14… Continue reading Harshita Brella case: Marriage, abuse, and a tragic end

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Shamima Begum’s citizenship challenge ‘gains momentum’ amid Syria unrest

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LEGAL hopes are rising for Shamima Begum, the London-born woman who joined the Daesh (Islamic State group) as a teenager,… Continue reading Shamima Begum’s citizenship challenge ‘gains momentum’ amid Syria unrest

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Kamlesh Pattni faces UK sanctions for illicit gold trade

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THE UK and US have imposed financial sanctions on Kamlesh Pattni, a British-Kenyan businessman with a controversial financial history. The… Continue reading Kamlesh Pattni faces UK sanctions for illicit gold trade

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Treasury to review government spending in line with Starmer’s policies

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THE TREASURY has directed government departments to cut waste and focus spending on policy priorities set by Keir Starmer. This… Continue reading Treasury to review government spending in line with Starmer’s policies

Ministers pledge coordinated action on migrant smuggling

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MINISTERS from Britain, Germany, France, the Netherlands and Belgium will meet in London on Tuesday (10) to step up cooperation… Continue reading Ministers pledge coordinated action on migrant smuggling

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National Trust’s ambitious vision: Reaching beyond boundaries to embrace diversity

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THE National Trust intends taking the organisation beyond its 5.5 million members, who are thought to be mainly white and… Continue reading National Trust’s ambitious vision: Reaching beyond boundaries to embrace diversity

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‘Debate over assisted dying raises risks for medical staff’

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AFTER five hours of debate over assisted dying, a historic private members’ bill passed its second reading in the House… Continue reading ‘Debate over assisted dying raises risks for medical staff’

Monday, Dec 9

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Bank of England official says interest rates are hurting economy

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A BANK OF ENGLAND official has warned that high interest rates are negatively impacting the economy and living standards in… Continue reading Bank of England official says interest rates are hurting economy

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Trust in police handling of violence against women remains low: Study

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A REPORT by the University of Bristol reveals ongoing trust issues in policing violence against women and girls (VAWG), particularly… Continue reading Trust in police handling of violence against women remains low: Study

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Tan Dhesi elected chair of Defence Select Committee

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TANMANJEET SINGH DHESI, MP for Slough, has been elected as chair of the parliament’s Defence Select Committee. The vote, held… Continue reading Tan Dhesi elected chair of Defence Select Committee

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Jay-Z, Diddy accused of raping 13-year-old in updated civil suit

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MUSICIAN and producer Jay-Z has been accused in a lawsuit filed on Sunday of raping a 13-year-old girl alongside hip-hop… Continue reading Jay-Z, Diddy accused of raping 13-year-old in updated civil suit

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Flood warnings across England and Wales after Storm Darragh

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THOUSANDS of homes remain without power, and flood warnings are still in place after Storm Darragh caused widespread disruption over… Continue reading Flood warnings across England and Wales after Storm Darragh

Reeves calls for lowering EU trade barriers

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REDUCING Britain’s trade barriers with the European Union will improve the growth prospects of both, chancellor Rachel Reeves will tell… Continue reading Reeves calls for lowering EU trade barriers

Sunday, Dec 8

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Stricter sentences for domestic killers announced

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THE GOVERNMENT has announced tougher sentencing guidelines for domestic murders, focusing on cases involving strangulation or killings linked to the… Continue reading Stricter sentences for domestic killers announced

Police investigate Boohoo executives’ corporate espionage claims

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POLICE forces in London, Manchester, and Kent are investigating allegations of stalking and corporate espionage targeting Boohoo executives. The claims… Continue reading Police investigate Boohoo executives’ corporate espionage claims

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Trump meets Prince William at Notre Dame reopening

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US president-elect Donald Trump met Prince William on Saturday during the reopening ceremony of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. The… Continue reading Trump meets Prince William at Notre Dame reopening

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Storm Darragh leaves two dead and tens of thousands without power

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TENS of thousands of homes across the country were without power on Saturday, and two people lost their lives after… Continue reading Storm Darragh leaves two dead and tens of thousands without power

Saturday, Dec 7

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Birmingham gang convicted for £2.5m Covid fraud

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TWELVE members of an organised crime group from Birmingham, Walsall, and Yorkshire have been found guilty of defrauding over £2.5… Continue reading Birmingham gang convicted for £2.5m Covid fraud

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Migrant workers key to meet housing target, warn builders

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THE UK must urgently address a construction skills shortage, including by increasing migrant worker numbers, to achieve prime minister’s target… Continue reading Migrant workers key to meet housing target, warn builders

Muslim leaders urge communities to prioritise winter vaccines

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THE UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) have urged members of the Muslim community… Continue reading Muslim leaders urge communities to prioritise winter vaccines

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Rotherham sexual assault convict to be released from prison: report

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A MAN convicted of violent sexual offences in Rotherham is set to be released from prison on licence after serving… Continue reading Rotherham sexual assault convict to be released from prison: report

Princess of Wales hosts emotional Christmas service

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PRINCESS OF WALES, Kate Middleton, hosted a Christmas service at Westminster Abbey on Friday (6) that reflected on “the most… Continue reading Princess of Wales hosts emotional Christmas service

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Madhya Pradesh’s ‘resources and prime location’ draw UK interest

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MADHYA PRADESH chief minister Mohan Yadav’s visit to Britain last month provided a boost for the central Indian state, following… Continue reading Madhya Pradesh’s ‘resources and prime location’ draw UK interest