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5 hours ago

Firearm suspect' turns out to be boy in fancy dress with toy gun

A 14-year-old in fancy dress with a toy gun triggered a police lockdown of schools near Firth Road in Bognor Regis.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

Grooming gang inquiry plunged into chaos as frontrunner to chair probe pulls out

Jim Gamble withdrew from chairing the grooming gang inquiry, citing a toxic appointment environment and victim distrust, plunging the probe into fresh chaos.
#prince-andrew
Chelsea
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Gambling ads featuring Lewis Hamilton and Chelsea badge banned

Gambling adverts featuring Lewis Hamilton and a Chelsea FC logo were banned by the ASA for likely strong appeal to children.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Robert Jenrick accused of being anti-British' as he backs burqa ban

Robert Jenrick faced criticism for suggesting he would ban the burqa, with party leader Kemi Badenoch and Labour MP Sam Rushworth opposing the move.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK elderly population at record high as life expectancy for men continues to increase

Men in the UK are reaching very old ages at a faster rate than women, increasing their share of the elderly and centenarian populations.
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

We let down a lot of kids', Boris Johnson admits to Covid inquiry

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK politics
UK politics
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1 day ago

Oxford Union president ousted after Charlie Kirk controversy

A vote of no confidence against incoming Oxford Union president George Abaraonye passed by two-thirds, but results face allegations of compromised polling and pending complaints.
#immigration
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
UK politics

Rising star Tory MP under fire over deport legal migrants' comment

A Tory MP called for deporting legally settled families to make the UK culturally coherent, prompting cross-party condemnation and political leaders’ demands for condemnation.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Conservatives to pledge 1.6 billion Removals Force' to deport 150,000 a year

Conservatives plan a Removals Force to deport 150,000 people yearly with £1.6bn funding, facial-recognition powers, and mandatory police immigration checks.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Woman wins right to work from home every day in landmark case

An Australian retail bank employee won a tribunal ruling allowing permanent remote work after Westpac sought to reinstate mandatory office attendance.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

We must turn Labour around, deputy leadership frontrunner warns Starmer

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Stark plea for UK not to cut aid funding to fight biggest killer infections

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
US politics

Nigel Farage appoints right-wing anti-abortion theologian as Reform senior adviser

Reform party faces criticism for bringing in James Orr, a right‑wing theologian linked to Maga politics and anti‑abortion views, prompting Labour condemnation over migrant policies.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Reform proudly embracing' anti-abortion politics, experts warn

Reform UK is becoming a political refuge for anti-abortion politicians, risking US-style politicisation of abortion in the UK.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Nothing's changed since Brexit Britain's fishermen have been sold down the river'

Post-Brexit fishing arrangements left many British fishermen feeling betrayed as EU vessels retain access to UK waters while media seeks donations to fund on-the-ground reporting.
#investigative-journalism
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UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Keir Starmer finally comes out fighting to become the leader Labour wants

Keir Starmer delivered an impassioned, Churchillian Labour conference speech attacking Nigel Farage and Reform, signaling a renewed, vigorous approach after low approval ratings.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

UK weather to turn as Hurricanes Humberto and Imelda prompt Met Office warnings

Western Scotland faces up to ten inches of rain from storms Humberto and Imelda, prompting extended yellow warnings and persistent heavy downpours.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Embattled French prime minister survives two no-confidence motions in one day

Sebastien Lecornu survived two no-confidence votes, averting a French government collapse amid a fragmented National Assembly and ongoing political uncertainty.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

What is chikungunya virus? Symptoms and advice after first case confirmed in New York

A laboratory-confirmed, locally acquired chikungunya case was identified in Nassau County, New York—the first US local case since 2019—while European cases rose markedly in 2025.
Film
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Bret McKenzie reveals how Ian McKellen got up to mischief on The Hobbit set

The Independent relies on donations to fund on-the-ground, paywall-free journalism across major issues and sends reporters to cover all sides of stories.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Holland & Barrett and Centrica among firms fined for underpaying staff

Almost 500 firms have been fined by the government for failing to pay some of their staff the minimum wage. Centrica, which owns British Gas, Holland & Barrett and EG Group are among the 491 employers named by The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) for underpaying their workers over several years. The companies will pay a fine amounting to a combined 10.2 million as a result of breaking the rules.
US politics
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UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Robert Jenrick's thoughts are my thoughts repackaged', says Kemi Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch said Robert Jenrick repackages her thoughts and promoted free debate at the Conservative Party conference amid leadership contest and Tory defections.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Andy Burnham would be blocked by Starmer from running for parliament, claims minister

Keir Starmer and his chief of staff Morgan McSweeney would block Andy Burnham from a parliamentary shortlist, undermining any potential Labour leadership challenge.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Fantasy economics': Readers warn of housing chaos if stamp duty is scrapped

Abolishing stamp duty divides opinion: critics say it would inflate house prices, hurt first-time buyers, and mainly benefit the wealthy; alternatives include exemptions, rebates, and a mansion tax.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Pro-Palestine march organisers hit out at draconian assault' on right to protest

UK government plans give police new powers to impose tougher conditions on repeated demonstrations, prompting pro-Palestine groups to condemn restrictions and vow to continue protesting.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Jacqueline Wilson blames parents stuck on phones for falling child literacy rates

Parental phone scrolling is blamed for declining children's reading enjoyment and literacy; only one in three eight- to 18-year-olds enjoyed reading in 2025.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Reeves admits she's looking at tax rises and spending cuts in Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers tax increases and spending cuts to address a Budget shortfall amid IMF warnings of rising UK inflation and Brexit-related economic damage.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Nato chief mocks broken' Russian submarine as it resurfaces off English Channel

Mark Rutte mocked a Russian submarine that surfaced with alleged technical problems, highlighting escalating tensions between Europe and Russia in the Ukraine war.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Reeves to touch down in Washington after IMF warns of rising UK inflation

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves will visit Washington to champion Britain's economic stability amid IMF warnings of rising UK inflation in 2025–26.
#trans-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

London council buys back Right to Buy home for almost four times original cost

Councils sold thousands of homes under Right to Buy, later repurchasing fewer at much higher prices, resulting in large net losses of council housing.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Government defends expansion of digital ID plans to include children as young as 13

UK government proposes expanding a standardized digital ID system potentially to 13-year-olds to manage services and migration, defended as beneficial despite widespread public opposition.
US news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

UK cities where buying a home with a 5% deposit could be less expensive than renting

Owning a home in nine of 11 major British cities could be cheaper than renting under specific mortgage assumptions.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

19 migrants deported to France as part of one in one out' returns deal

UK government is deporting migrants to France under a returns deal, increasing flights to deter illegal Channel crossings and disrupt criminal gangs.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

AI will pain whole swathe of UK economy before providing net benefit'

AI will inflict short-term harm on the UK economy and enable models to discover cyber vulnerabilities, while advanced AI risks biological, chemical, and autonomous threats.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Microsoft recruits Rishi Sunak as senior adviser

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

They've come for the hot chocolate': More refills banned due to new obesity laws

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Worker sacked for mocking Irish accent wins unfair dismissal claim

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Charity calls on government to ban sales of dangerous catapults' to young people

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Key takeaways from Badenoch's Tory conference speech as she vows to axe stamp duty

Kemi Badenoch pledged to abolish stamp duty, with Conservatives proposing to fund the measure through welfare cuts, civil service downsizing and reduced foreign aid.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Emmanuel Macron faces calls to step down after French PM resigns

Emmanuel Macron's authority is eroding as former prime ministers publicly distance themselves amid a prolonged political crisis following the dissolution of parliament.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Jenrick waves wig at Tory conference and attacks judges as open borders activists'

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Emergency services scrambled to secondary school as man dies after falling unwell

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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Business
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

B&M set to slash prices following profit warning

Budget retailer B&M warns earnings will fall due to sliding UK sales and rising costs, projecting profit declines and measures taking up to 18 months.
Environment
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

World has reached a critical turning point' in switch to renewable energy

Solar and wind generation surpassed coal globally for the first time, while independent journalism relies on donations to fund on-the-ground reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Robert Jenrick hits out at Liz Truss's careless' and un-conservative' mini-Budget

Robert Jenrick condemns Liz Truss's mini-Budget as careless and un-conservative while Conservatives seek to rebuild trust amid economic and migration concerns.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Warning that Trump scrapping diversity orders could hurt global economic growth

Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.Your support makes all the difference.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Police to get new powers in crackdown on repeat protests

Police will receive greater powers to restrict repeated large-scale protests after arrests at a Palestine Action demonstration amid fears expressed by the Jewish community.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Majority of Tory members oppose Kemi Badenoch's net zero plans

Most Conservative Party members support the UK's net‑zero by 2050 commitment despite Kemi Badenoch's promise to scrap the Climate Change Act.
World news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Japan's first female governing-party leader is an ultra-conservative star in a male-dominated group

Sanae Takaichi, an ultra-conservative admired Margaret Thatcher, became the first female leader of Japan's male-dominated Liberal Democratic Party amid low gender equality.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Mapped: The areas threatened by Reform's controversial pro-fracking agenda revealed

Reform UK's pro-fracking agenda could put over 180 constituencies at risk of shale development, including 141 Labour seats.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Eiffel Tower forced to close due to strikes and protests across France

Nationwide strikes in France saw thousands protest spending cuts and demand higher taxes on the wealthy as unions urge the prime minister to abandon austerity.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Mystery drone sightings reported over critical infrastructure in northern Germany

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Who is Michelle Mone? Firm linked to Baroness at heart of Covid PPE contract dispute

PPE Medpro, linked to Michelle Mone, must repay nearly £122 million after supplying allegedly non-sterile surgical gowns during the Covid-19 pandemic.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Miliband tells Musk: Get the hell out of our politics and our country

Ed Miliband has told Elon Musk to get the hell out of our politics and our country in a dramatic intervention on the main stage of the Labour Party conference in Liverpool. The energy secretary's criticism of the tech billionaire came as part of a wider attack on Reform leader Nigel Farage, who he claimed is part of a global network who together want to destroy the ties that bind our communities and our way of life.
UK politics
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Drivers suffer delays on M5 after lorry transporting electric cars catches fire

A stretch of the M5 in Devon is closed after a car transporter carrying electric vehicles caught fire, causing major traffic delays and diversions.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

GP practices across England now have to offer online booking

All GP practices in England must offer online appointment bookings from 1 October, prompting BMA concerns about missed serious conditions, staffing shortages, reduced face-to-face care.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

As outrage over the war in Gaza grows, Europe's relationship with Israel falters

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Warning Britain is becoming unattractive' place to hire new staff

Britain is increasingly becoming an "unattractive" environment for businesses seeking to hire permanent staff, according to a stark warning from recruitment giant Hays. The firm attributes this shift to mounting wage pressures and recent tax hikes, which are compelling companies to explore automation and offshoring strategies. Hays, one of Europe's largest recruitment agencies, has previously voiced concerns regarding weaknesses across the global jobs market. However, it highlighted specific challenges within the UK that are diminishing its competitiveness as a place to work.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Ofgem energy price cap rises as winter approaches

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Business news live: UK economy grew 0.3% in second quarter but production in decline

UK GDP grew 0.3% in Q2 with July showing zero month-on-month growth, while Jaguar Land Rover restarts production and GSK faces a CEO change.
Germany news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

From prison to social media star: How one man is taking on sports betting at German soccer games

Thomas Melchior stages risky, confrontational protests at German soccer matches to raise awareness about the dangers of sports betting after a history of gambling problems.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

NHS online hospital' will help cut waiting lists, Starmer to announce

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
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3 weeks ago

Burnham says he hopes UK rejoins EU as he hits back at Reeves and Starmer on economy

Andy Burnham wants the UK to rejoin the EU in his lifetime, urges Labour to denounce Brexit's economic damage, and rejects abandoning fiscal rules.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Tommy Robinson accused of theft' after using anti-apartheid anthem at rally

Labi Siffre has issued a cease-and-desist to Tommy Robinson for using his song 'Something Inside So Strong' and has accused him of theft.
Berlin
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Danish defense ministry reports renewed drone sightings at military facilities

Unexplained drones have repeatedly been observed over Danish defense facilities and airports, prompting security concerns in northern Europe.
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