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Tinder rapist and serial sex predator Patrick Nevin walks free from Midlands Prison

One victim expressed her fears, stating, 'I fear for the safety of women ahead of his release,' highlighting the anxiety surrounding Nevin's return to society.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Meet Savvy the Squirrel - the government's answer to get you investing

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, supported by donations, while the UK launches an investment initiative featuring Savvy the Squirrel.
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5 days ago
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Britain's loneliest home' on Scottish island goes up for sale

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, including reproductive rights and climate change, without paywalls.
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6 days ago
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Mystery over missing monk last seen on Orkney monastery

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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5 hours ago

Meet Savvy the Squirrel - the government's answer to get you investing

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, supported by donations, while the UK launches an investment initiative featuring Savvy the Squirrel.
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8 hours ago

Businesses warn tube strikes will cost tens of thousands' in hit to London economy

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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5 days ago

Britain's loneliest home' on Scottish island goes up for sale

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, including reproductive rights and climate change, without paywalls.
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6 days ago

Mystery over missing monk last seen on Orkney monastery

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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22 hours ago

Businesses warn tube strikes will cost tens of thousands' in hit to London economy

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support unbiased reporting without paywalls.
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1 day ago

UK hosting countries for talks on Strait of Hormuz mission

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
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6 hours ago

Small businesses and high street shops warned not to alienate disabled customers

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for businesses to update information for disabled customers.
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22 hours ago

Brothers' spat over father's final resting place ends in High Court after five months

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
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6 hours ago

Woman abandoned by millionaire father as baby wins 123k in court fight over his will

Emma McDaniel secured a £123,000 payout from her father's estate after a legal battle, despite being disinherited in his will.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Widow who lost life savings in romances scams died in Ghana crash

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support unbiased reporting.
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22 hours ago

Businesses warn tube strikes will cost tens of thousands' in hit to London economy

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support unbiased reporting without paywalls.
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1 day ago

UK hosting countries for talks on Strait of Hormuz mission

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
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6 hours ago

High Street mini-marts selling cocaine, cannabis and prescription drugs, BBC secret filming reveals

Illegal drugs are being sold openly in UK mini-marts, with organized crime exploiting shopfronts across various towns.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
15 hours ago

Number of websites selling child abuse images double in 12 months

The number of websites trafficking child sexual abuse images has doubled, reaching over 15,000, highlighting systemic failures in combating this issue.
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8 hours ago

UK landlords advertising 'Muslim only' housing in potential violation of discrimination laws

Landlords in London are allegedly advertising rentals exclusively for Muslims, violating UK housing discrimination laws.
#illegal-employment
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
18 hours ago

West London shop to stay open despite illegal worker paid below minimum wage

Oldfield Circus Local retains its license despite hiring an illegal worker and paying below minimum wage, with new conditions enforced by Ealing Council.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

West London shop that hired drug dealer' illegal worker keeps its licence

Rivercity Superstore retained its license despite hiring an illegal worker and previous violations by the license holder's husband.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
18 hours ago

West London shop to stay open despite illegal worker paid below minimum wage

Oldfield Circus Local retains its license despite hiring an illegal worker and paying below minimum wage, with new conditions enforced by Ealing Council.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

West London shop that hired drug dealer' illegal worker keeps its licence

Rivercity Superstore retained its license despite hiring an illegal worker and previous violations by the license holder's husband.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
22 hours ago

Amanda Knox documentary banned from being shown at London cinema

Amanda Knox's documentary screening in London was blocked due to lack of classification, leading to a change in event format.
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3 days ago
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Quarter of a million people could lose job by middle of 2027 as UK flirts with recession', analysis says

A quarter of a million jobs may be lost in the UK due to economic impacts from the US-Israel war on Iran.
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1 week ago
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Iran war threatens UK food, farming and hospitality sectors as supply risks widen - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Escalating tensions involving Iran threaten UK supply chains, impacting food production, agriculture, and hospitality sectors due to rising energy prices and instability.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Quarter of a million people could lose jobs by 2027 as UK flirts with recession'

The UK's economy is at risk of recession, with rising unemployment and stagnant GDP growth predicted amid global economic tensions.
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fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

Britain to 'flirt' with recession as iran oil shock rattles SMEs

Britain's SMEs face severe challenges as the Middle East oil shock threatens economic recession and reduced consumer spending.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Quarter of a million people could lose job by middle of 2027 as UK flirts with recession', analysis says

A quarter of a million jobs may be lost in the UK due to economic impacts from the US-Israel war on Iran.
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fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

Iran war threatens UK food, farming and hospitality sectors as supply risks widen - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Escalating tensions involving Iran threaten UK supply chains, impacting food production, agriculture, and hospitality sectors due to rising energy prices and instability.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 hours ago

Boy, 16, dies after being 'beaten to a pulp' at London young offenders' institution

A 16-year-old inmate died after allegedly being beaten at Feltham Young Offenders' Institution, raising serious concerns about prison safety and care.
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4 hours ago

New lines of inquiry into murder of Joe Deacy in Mayo being 'actively pursued', inquest told

A 21-year-old man died from head injuries sustained in a driveway in Ireland, with ongoing investigations revealing new lines of inquiry.
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4 hours ago

Teen boy held at young offenders' institute dies

The juvenile from HMP Feltham A, which holds children aged between 15 and 18 who are on remand or have been convicted, died in hospital on Monday.
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16 hours ago

Unlicensed Operators Set to Overtake UK Regulated Gambling Ad Spend by 2028

Unlicensed operators in the UK gambling sector are projected to exceed 1 billion in ad spend by 2028, while licensed operators will reduce their spend.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Inflation climbs to 3.3% as middle east conflict drives up fuel bills for Britain's SMEs

British SMEs face margin pressure as inflation rises to 3.3% due to increased fuel and airfares amid Middle East conflict.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Migrant, 32, becomes first to be convicted of new Channel crossing offence

Tajik Mohammad became the first person convicted of endangering lives during a UK sea crossing under new border security laws.
#uk-inflation
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Middle East crisis live: Trump extends ceasefire but blockade continues as second ship attacked in strait of Hormuz

Two ships were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, with significant job losses in Iran due to the ongoing war and economic crisis.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Man whose wife killed herself cleared of rape and manslaughter

Christopher Trybus was acquitted of domestic abuse and sexual violence charges related to his wife Tarryn Baird, who later took her own life.
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1 day ago

Earnings growth cools in February as war clouds the labour market outlook - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK unemployment rate fell from 5.2% to 4.9%, driven more by increased economic inactivity, particularly as fewer students sought work.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Knife crime deaths surge as at least two school-aged children dying every month'

Knife-related deaths among children in England are rising, with significant increases in fatalities and incidents reported in recent years.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Share more CCTV to help tackle shoplifting - Met

Retailers need to share more CCTV evidence to help police effectively target shoplifters amid rising crime rates.
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fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Unemployment dip flatters to deceive as SME hiring freezes amid Iran shock

Britain's unemployment rate dropped to 4.9%, but underlying hiring strength is weak with significant job losses and declining vacancies.
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fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Unemployment dip flatters to deceive as SME hiring freezes amid Iran shock

Britain's unemployment rate dropped to 4.9%, but underlying hiring strength is weak with significant job losses and declining vacancies.
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fromTNW | Government-Policy
2 days ago

After X and Grok, Ofcom opens child safety investigation into Telegram

Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into Telegram for potential non-compliance with the Online Safety Act regarding child sexual abuse material.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Royal Mail invests 500m to tackle late deliveries as second-class post cut back

Royal Mail will deliver second-class post every other weekday and scrap Saturday deliveries as part of a £500m plan to tackle late deliveries. This change follows a deal with the Communication Workers Union and will be rolled out nationwide in May, aiming to improve service reliability and meet new delivery targets set by Ofcom.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK jobs market was in a fragile state even before Iran war threatened recovery

The UK labor market shows signs of fragility despite a drop in the unemployment rate.
fromReadWrite
2 days ago

Evoke takeover talks with Bally's Intralot emerge

Evoke confirmed it is in discussions with Bally's Intralot S.A. regarding a possible offer for the entire issued and to be issued share capital of the Company at a price of 50 pence per share.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

UK moves to ban smoking for everyone born after 2008

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which has now cleared parliament, will prevent anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, from ever being eligible to buy cigarettes or tobacco products in the UK.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

Death-threats, external agitators and political rows - Fall-out erupts following Rosslare fuel protest blockade

An outside element infiltrated the Wexford demonstration, leading to death threats and the need for police involvement.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Two men found guilty of killing woman outside north London church in drive-by shooting

Two men were found guilty of murdering Michelle Sadio and injuring two others in a drive-by shooting outside a wake.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Two men found guilty of killing woman outside north London church in drive-by shooting

Two men were found guilty of murdering Michelle Sadio and injuring two others in a drive-by shooting outside a wake.
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1 day ago

Man arrested outside Israeli embassy describes dangerous boat crossings to UK

A man attempted to break into the Israeli embassy in London, claiming his actions were not terrorist-related but motivated by a quest for freedom and human rights.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Fourth person charged over alleged arson attack on Jewish community ambulances

Four individuals have been charged with arson related to the burning of Jewish community ambulances in London.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Fourth person charged over alleged arson attack on Jewish community ambulances

Four individuals have been charged with arson related to the burning of Jewish community ambulances in London.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Travelodge gave stranger key to couple's room in another lapse of hotel security

Travelodge faces scrutiny over security after a guest was startled by an intruder entering their room with a key card.
#fuel-theft
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Petrol crime surges by up to 30% since start of US-Iran war

Fuel thefts in Britain have surged nearly 30% at petrol stations, costing the sector over £100 million annually amid rising fuel prices due to the Iran conflict.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trustpilot hosts reviews of illegal casinos, raising concern among MPs

Trustpilot hosts reviews of illegal casinos, raising consumer safety concerns amid rising unlicensed gambling in the UK.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Is Richard Tice's picture AI-manipulated? Here are five giveaways

An image posted by Richard Tice was identified as manipulated or AI-generated due to various visual anomalies.
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fromReadWrite
3 days ago

UK Allwyn National Lottery license challenge dismissed in court

The UK High Court dismissed the legal challenge against the fourth National Lottery license, affirming the Gambling Commission's decision and process.
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fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Desmond's 1.3bn national lottery battle collapses as High Court sides with Gambling Commission

Richard Desmond's legal challenge against the Gambling Commission regarding the National Lottery licence has been dismissed by the High Court.
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fromReadWrite
3 days ago

UK Allwyn National Lottery license challenge dismissed in court

The UK High Court dismissed the legal challenge against the fourth National Lottery license, affirming the Gambling Commission's decision and process.
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fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Desmond's 1.3bn national lottery battle collapses as High Court sides with Gambling Commission

Richard Desmond's legal challenge against the Gambling Commission regarding the National Lottery licence has been dismissed by the High Court.
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fromIndependent
3 days ago

'He could kill another woman': Brother of murder victim hits out at authorities over how killer's release has been handled

Authorities' handling of David McCord's parole breaches is criticized as 'madness' by the brother of murder victim Nichola Dickson.
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3 days ago

Eight activists charged after Crown Jewels and The Ritz targeted

Take Back Power, which describes itself as a nonviolent civil resistance group, appears to be an offshoot of Just Stop Oil and has previously claimed responsibility for both incidents.
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fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Man (24) remanded in custody after assault on Monaghan gardai

Garda Evelyn Daire from Monaghan Drugs Unit gave evidence of arrest, charge and caution. She told the court that the defendant was 'caught red handed' with two 'deal bags' on his lap.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Paramedics thought I was having a panic attack, but I was paralysed by a stroke'

A 26-year-old woman suffered a rare spinal stroke, drastically changing her life and future plans overnight.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Reeves rightly fears the bond market, but she can afford to ditch one unhelpful rule | Phillip Inman

Rachel Reeves is concerned about bond market vigilantes targeting the UK due to high debt and political instability.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Britain First march live: Far-right supporters and counter protesters in standoff

Earlier, counter-protesters had attempted to break police lines and attempted to throw punches. PAVA spray was deployed as a tactic instead of using further additional force.
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5 days ago
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UK drivers ditch cars for walking and cycling amid fuel price crisis

Many British drivers are opting to walk or cycle more due to rising fuel prices, with significant shifts in travel behavior reported.
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6 days ago
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Fuel prices fall for first time since Middle East conflict began after 46-day rise - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK fuel prices have slightly decreased after 46 days of increases, but remain significantly higher than pre-conflict levels.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

UK drivers ditch cars for walking and cycling amid fuel price crisis

Many British drivers are opting to walk or cycle more due to rising fuel prices, with significant shifts in travel behavior reported.
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fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars seized on UK roads

Nearly 160,000 uninsured cars were seized in the UK last year, the highest in 17 years, with Birmingham being a major hotspot.
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6 days ago

Police investigate security incident near Israeli embassy in London

Counter Terrorism Policing London is aware of a video shared online overnight in which a group claimed to have targeted the embassy with drones carrying dangerous substances.
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6 days ago

Personal insolvencies surge 30% as debt relief orders hit record high - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Personal insolvencies in England and Wales surged by 30% year-on-year in March, with record debt relief orders indicating financial strain on households.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

No evidence' of reported rape in Epsom that sparked protests, police say

No evidence has been found to support the reported rape incident in Epsom, despite ongoing investigations by police.
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5 days ago

Sex offender convicted of rape after innocent man's wrongful imprisonment

Paul Quinn, 52, was found guilty by a jury of the sex attack on a young mother as she walked home in Little Hulton, Salford, in the early hours of the morning on July 19, 2003.
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6 days ago

Arrest made over death of autistic girl, 7, found in golf course pond

Nyla was a non-verbal seven-year-old girl who had been diagnosed with autism. During the course of the excursion she passed through a gap in the fence and approached woodland close to Owston Golf Course.
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fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Kensington Gardens shut as police 'assess items'

Police are assessing a number of discarded items in London's Kensington Gardens after a video was shared online in which a group claimed to have targeted the nearby Embassy of Israel with drones carrying dangerous substances.
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6 days ago

Meghan has been cast as the inverse to Diana, a photonegative of adoration. Why do we need scapegoats? | Brigid Delaney

Public perception of Meghan Markle contrasts sharply with the adoration for Diana, Princess of Wales, reflecting a deeper societal issue with celebrity culture.
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5 days ago

Two held over synagogue attack released on bail

This is clearly an attempt to intimidate the British Jewish community. We will continue to prioritise building bridges across the wider Barnet community and will not be deterred by these cowardly acts.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Counter-terror police investigate arson attacks on Iranian and Jewish targets

Counter-terrorism investigators are probing three arson attacks in London linked to Iranian dissidents and Jewish targets, fearing state involvement.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

The UK's rental hotspots where asking prices have surged in 12 months

Average asking rents outside London remained unchanged in early 2026, marking a significant shift in rental trends since 2017.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Almost 200 prisoners released in error' last year in UK's broken' jail system

Almost 200 prisoners were mistakenly released in England and Wales last year, causing significant strain on police resources.
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6 days ago

Households urged to stock up on some food items as UK braces for CO shortages - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK ministers are preparing for potential CO₂ shortages due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, prioritizing critical services in contingency plans.
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1 week ago

Cops hand Motorola 25M to keep 2000-era radios alive

UK police awarded a £25 million no-competition contract for outdated communications technology, with replacement project significantly delayed and over budget.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Supermarket shelves face summer gaps as Iran war threatens UK's CO2 lifeline

Britain's supermarkets may face supply issues by midsummer due to potential carbon dioxide shortages from ongoing conflicts and logistical challenges.
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