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fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Shut it down and start again': staff disquiet as Alan Turing Institute faces identity crisis

The Alan Turing Institute, created in 2014 to honor the legacy of Turing, faces a crisis with staff warning of potential collapse and a shift in focus demanded by government.
Artificial intelligence
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Four ways the UK has tried to stop small boat Channel crossings

UK governments have implemented various controversial schemes to deter small boat crossings, including plans involving Rwanda and Ascension Island.
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Minority Report: Now with more spreadsheets and guesswork

The UK government plans to use AI to create interactive crime maps that identify potential crime hotspots, using a mix of data from police, councils, and social services.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

UK trade envoy resigns over northern Cyprus visit

Afzal Khan has resigned as the UK’s trade envoy to Turkey following criticism of his visit to the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which the UK does not recognize.
UK politics
#data-breach
Agriculture
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago

UK bioethanol industry on brink as government rejects rescue deals

The UK bioethanol industry is jeopardized as the government refuses to rescue major producers after tariff removals threaten jobs and production capacity.
#artificial-intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Interview: How OpenAI is making ChatGPT public and private sector-ready | Computer Weekly

OpenAI partners with the UK government to deploy AI in justice, education, and security sectors, aiming to inform AI infrastructure policy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI signs deal with UK to find government uses for its models

OpenAI and the UK government will explore advanced AI applications across justice, security, and education.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

More than 11,000 no-fault bailiff evictions in past year

More than 11,000 households in England have had their homes repossessed by bailiffs following a no-fault eviction process since last year when the Labour government came into power.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Thames Water says new Abingdon reservoir could cost bill payers up to 7.5bn

Thames Water's projected costs for a new reservoir in Oxfordshire have surged to £5.5bn to £7.5bn, impacting customers' bills significantly.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Jenrick warns the UK 'is being scammed' by Paris as he films migrants heading to the Channel - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

They just said that they don't think the police will be sent out. We've literally gone to a camp, found a group of migrants holding life jackets, watch them get on to a public bus in plain sight of everyone. We watch them walk through Dunkirk. And we've given £800 million to France, we didn't see a police officer the whole day and now we've just phoned them. It doesn't sound they even going to bother to come out.
UK politics
fromTheregister
4 days ago

The 9 billion question: To Microsoft or not to Microsoft?

The UK government's SPA24 with Microsoft commits £1.9 billion annually, raising questions about value for taxpayers and market competition.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK could fail to meet commitment to spend 80% of foreign aid on gender equality projects

Government may abandon commitment to allocate 80% of foreign aid for gender equality projects.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

More foreign criminals to be deported under expanded scheme

Foreign criminals will be deported before their appeals in a newly expanded scheme involving 15 additional countries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

More countries added to UK's deport first' scheme for foreign criminals

UK government expands deport first, appeal later scheme to 23 countries, allowing deportation before appeals for foreign criminals.
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

DVLA to roll out digital driving licences by end of year in major services overhaul

Tens of millions of UK motorists will access a digital driving licence by 2025, as the DVLA digitises services through the GOV.UK Wallet and app.
Digital life
#immigration
World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Middle East: Arab nations decry Israel's new Gaza City plan DW 08/09/2025

Twenty countries label Israel's Gaza City plan a dangerous escalation while the UK promises further aid to alleviate the humanitarian crisis.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

UK to send more aid for Gaza amid Israel takeover plans

The UK announces an additional £8.5 million in humanitarian aid for Gaza contingent on Israel allowing aid access.
UK news
fromTheregister
1 week ago

UK unveils plans to 'transform' the smart meter experience

Tough new obligations for energy suppliers to enhance the rollout and support of smart meters in the UK have been announced.
#heat-pumps
fromHomebuilding
1 week ago
Renovation

Why the 7,500 heat pump grant still isn't reaching most households

The UK Government's £7,500 grants for low-carbon heat pumps face accessibility issues due to red tape, costs, and installer shortages.
fromHomebuilding
4 weeks ago
Environment

How air con installation grants of 7,500 could soon be available from the government

UK government considers including air-to-air heat pumps in the Boiler Upgrade Scheme to address rising temperatures and changing consumer demands.
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

What Small Business Owners Need to Know About UK Digital ID Laws in 2025

Digital IDs are essentially reusable online credentials that can be used for everything from accessing government services and financial products to signing contracts and verifying employees.
Digital life
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

The UK government's AI Growth Zones strategy: Everything you need to know | Computer Weekly

AI Growth Zones are designated sites that are well-suited to housing AI-enabled datacentres and their supporting infrastructure, requiring enhanced access to power supplies of at least 500MW.
Artificial intelligence
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Millions to receive alert in largest public safety exercise in British history'

The UK's emergency alert system will undergo the largest public safety exercise next month with a nationwide smartphone test.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Chancellor defends way Wales is funded by UK government

The UK government defends its funding approach for Wales amidst calls for reform within the Welsh Labour Party.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Gordon Brown calls for gambling tax to cut child poverty

Higher taxes on gambling could significantly reduce child poverty by funding essential benefits.
#palestine-action
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Parents prepay 500m in private school fees to avoid Labour's VAT hike

Parents prepaid over £500 million in school fees to evade a new 20% VAT charge on private education.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Ministers urged to tackle surge in Asian hornets after rise in sightings

Asian hornets threaten native pollinators and food security in the UK, with record sightings reported in 2023.
#foreign-aid
Privacy professionals
fromIT Pro
2 weeks ago

Hackers accessed more data than thought in Legal Aid Agency cyber attack

Data stolen in the UK's Legal Aid Agency cyber attack dates back to 2007 and may affect applicants until May 2025.
Mobile UX
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

North Yorkshire sees 4G coverage boost through SRN | Computer Weekly

Enhanced connectivity from the Shared Rural Network is now available in rural Yorkshire, marking progress towards comprehensive 4G coverage in the UK.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Millions of age checks as UK Online Safety Act gets rolling

UK Online Safety Act enforces daily age checks for restricted sites, aiming to protect underage users from harmful content.
UK politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

UK: Social media people smugglers to face jail DW 08/03/2025

People smugglers using social media to facilitate illegal immigration to the UK may face up to five years in prison.
#gaza
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Activists unfurl huge banner depicting suffering in Gaza outside London Labour HQ with message of support for Palestine Action

fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Activists unfurl huge banner depicting suffering in Gaza outside London Labour HQ with message of support for Palestine Action

fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Police pay rise of 4.2% 'barely treads water', staff body says

The pay rise of 4.2% for police officers in England and Wales is described by the Police Federation as 'barely treads water,' emphasizing insufficient support amidst high levels of resignations and mental health issues.
UK news
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Zero-hours contracts: peers accused of trying to block stronger UK workers' rights'

Peers are attempting to weaken workers' rights through amendments to legislation on zero-hours contracts.
#openai
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

UK blasts Hong Kong rewards for help to catch activists overseas

Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper issued a joint statement condemning Hong Kong authorities for offering payment to assist in the arrest of pro-democracy activists.
UK news
#ransomware
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

UK economy assessments should be cut to one a year, IMF suggests

The IMF recommends annual assessments of UK government finances to enhance policy stability and prevent frequent changes.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

UK moves to reinstate extradition deal with Hong Kong despite concerns

The UK government plans to reinstate extradition cooperation with Hong Kong after a five-year suspension.
#palestine
fromprivacyinternational.org
3 weeks ago

Update: Our case against UK Government's secret surveillance orders to be heard in 2026

The Tribunal plans a seven-day public hearing to address Apple's and PI's challenges regarding the UK order impacting iCloud's security, based on assumed facts.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Britain's AI datacenter plans face energy, cash challenges

The UK government faces significant challenges in its aim to become a global AI superpower, including energy and infrastructure issues.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Poll: Are resident doctors fairly paid for the work they do?

Resident doctors in the UK are striking for higher pay, demanding an increase of up to 29% due to a decade of declining real wages.
Cars
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

EV grant confusion 'means carmakers could miss targets', warns motor industry chief

Ongoing confusion over a new UK government grant scheme is jeopardizing the electric vehicle mandate and strategic planning for manufacturers.
#cybersecurity
Cars
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

Partners revealed in UK's 3.7bn connected and automated mobility sector drive | Computer Weekly

Transport for London, IAG, and Admiral have been awarded projects in the 2025 connected and automated mobility feasibility studies competition.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

AI legislation in the UK - has anybody seen any? | Computer Weekly

Even when the legislation emerges, a major concern is that the government is committed to a domain-specific approach to the regulation of AI.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Gang leaders among first to be hit by small boat sanctions

The UK has frozen the assets of gang leaders and small boat suppliers to combat human smuggling.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Want to import toxic chemicals into Britain with scant scrutiny? Labour says: go right ahead | George Monbiot

The UK government intends to deregulate chemicals, easing the approval process based on foreign jurisdictions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Eurostar calls for credible' Channel rail strategy as monopoly decision looms

Eurostar asserts that a strategic government approach is essential to enhance overseas rail capacity, potentially leading to increased high-skilled employment and economic growth.
Travel
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago
UK news

The UK says it will sanction those who enable migrant journeys across the English Channel

The U.K. government announced financial sanctions against people-smuggling gangs to combat irregular migration across the English Channel.
fromFortune Europe
3 weeks ago

U.K. borrows billions more than expected as debt costs surge

The UK government borrowing surpassed forecasts in June, with a budget deficit of £20.7 billion driven by a surge in debt-interest payments.
UK news
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Labour announce plans to build 38bn Sizewell C nuclear plant

Sizewell C nuclear power plant construction is approved with a £38 billion investment, expected to provide power to six million homes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

UK strikes deal with private investors to build 38bn Sizewell C nuclear power plant

The UK government secured a £38 billion deal with private investors for the Sizewell C nuclear project.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Government borrowing higher than expected in June

The UK government borrowing rose to £20.7 billion in June, up £6.6 billion from last year, driven by increased debt interest payments.
UK news
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

AstraZeneca unveils $50bn US investment; UK borrowing jumps to 20.7bn in June business live

Rising interest payments on national debt significantly impact UK government borrowing.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

New documents reveal Palace plot to replace royal yacht Britannia

Documents from the National Archives reveal Buckingham Palace officials discreetly sought to influence the UK government regarding the replacement of the Royal Yacht Britannia in 1993.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

The plan to halt billion-dollar small boats and immigration industry

The UK government has introduced new sanctions to combat illegal immigration and people-smuggling.
#apple
#bitcoin
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

Defence sector confident of job surge as firms await MoD contracts

Increased military spending in the UK is expected to create hundreds of new jobs in the defence sector.
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Today's workers at greater risk of poverty in old age than their parents'

Today's workers risk greater poverty in old age, with future pension payouts expected to be significantly lower than current levels.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lammy announces exposure of 18 Russian spies after UK cyber-attacks

The UK has exposed and sanctioned 18 Russian spies involved in cyber-attacks and intelligence operations targeting British infrastructures.
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Is history repeating itself with the government's push to open public sector cloud deals to SMEs? | Computer Weekly

The UK government seeks to modernize public sector IT by reducing dependency on legacy suppliers and adopting cloud technology.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

UK's most powerful supercomputer comes online in major AI drive

Britain's most powerful supercomputer, Isambard-AI, has come online to enhance AI research, aiming to develop medical cures and tools to reduce emissions.
UK news
UK politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

UK to lower voting age to 16 before next general election DW 07/17/2025

The British government plans to lower the voting age to 16 for the next general election as part of democratic reforms.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

Zonal pricing isn't dead yet: Could regional energy costs still happen?

The UK government has paused regional electricity pricing, opting for a national pricing system to ensure fairness and clarity.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

When that data falls into the hands of the Taliban it will lead to my arrest, torture and death'

Finding that the UK government had accidentally leaked the names and details of people like me, Afghans who had worked with British forces, who had trusted them, and who are now living in fear because of that trust.
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