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Law change to see British politicians treated as lower risk by banks

Law change to see British politicians treated as lower risk by banks

UK politically exposed persons (PEPs) must be treated as ‘inherently lower risk’ than overseas politicians, according to the new rules.

Fresh CCTV issued of last sighting of Gaynor Lord before disappearance

Fresh CCTV issued of last sighting of Gaynor Lord before disappearance

Norfolk Constabulary believes ‘it is likely’ Ms Lord may have entered the River Wensum.

Full list of ambulance handover delays, by NHS trust

Full list of ambulance handover delays, by NHS trust

University Hospitals Plymouth had the highest proportion of patients waiting more than 30 minutes.

Golden AK-47 linked to Saddam Hussein going on display for the first time

Golden AK-47 linked to Saddam Hussein going on display for the first time

The elaborate weapon is part of a new exhibition at the Royal Armouries, in Leeds, examining the cultural power of guns.

Light exercise ‘could reverse high cholesterol caused by sedentary childhood’

Light exercise ‘could reverse high cholesterol caused by sedentary childhood’

Increased sedentary time in childhood can raise cholesterol levels by two thirds as an adult, research suggests.

NHS maintenance backlog jumps to £11.6 billion

NHS maintenance backlog jumps to £11.6 billion

The figure is a 13.6% increase on the amount reported in 2022.

Trio guilty of murdering schoolgirl Caroline Glachan in 1996

Trio guilty of murdering schoolgirl Caroline Glachan in 1996

Robert O’Brien, Andrew Kelly and Donna Marie Brand killed the 14-year-old after arranging to meet her near a river.

Bank of England holds interest rates at 15-year high of 5.25%

Bank of England holds interest rates at 15-year high of 5.25%

Bank Governor Andrew Bailey said after the Monetary Policy Committee’s decision that there is ‘still some way to go’ in getting inflation down.

No 10 defends independent Covid inquiry as costs reportedly set to rise to £145m

No 10 defends independent Covid inquiry as costs reportedly set to rise to £145m

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s official spokesman said the inquiry is carrying out ‘important work’.

Met to train officers to call out sexism and misogyny as part of action plan

Met to train officers to call out sexism and misogyny as part of action plan

The London force’s 10-point plan outlines a series of commitments aimed at building trust and confidence.

Public showing ‘unwavering support’ for industrial action by nurses – RCN

Public showing ‘unwavering support’ for industrial action by nurses – RCN

A survey by the Royal College of Nursing, a year since nursing staff went on strike over pay, shows a majority continues to support their action.

No new dedicated disabled people’s minister but No 10 says role not downgraded

No new dedicated disabled people’s minister but No 10 says role not downgraded

Disability groups had voiced concerns over how long the ‘vital’ role might be left vacant.

Tesco recalls Christmas stuffing mix over ‘possible presence of moths’

Tesco recalls Christmas stuffing mix over ‘possible presence of moths’

The contamination of the 130g packs of Tesco Finest Apple & Cranberry Stuffing Mix makes them ‘unfit for human consumption’, the retailer warned.

Families appeal for information one year on from deadly Brixton Academy crush

Families appeal for information one year on from deadly Brixton Academy crush

Relatives of Gaby Hutchinson and Rebecca Ikumelo have appealed for people with information about the night they died to come forward.

Cabinet office admits Covid communications not to standard expected by public

Cabinet office admits Covid communications not to standard expected by public

The inquiry has been shown a number of expletive-laden messages between government officials.

One person still unaccounted for after fire and explosion at industrial estate

One person still unaccounted for after fire and explosion at industrial estate

A cordon remains in place around the scene of the fire at Treforest Industrial Estate, Rhondda Cynon Taff, on Thursday.

Soldier F to face trial accused of Bloody Sunday murders

Soldier F to face trial accused of Bloody Sunday murders

Bloody Sunday, when 13 civil rights protesters were killed, took place in Londonderry in 1972.

What does the latest Bank of England base rate decision mean for households?

What does the latest Bank of England base rate decision mean for households?

With the base rate holding steady, here is a look at what it means for savers and borrowers.

Judges dismiss Nicholas Rossi’s appeal against extradition

Judges dismiss Nicholas Rossi’s appeal against extradition

He is facing charges in the US.

This Is Rigged activists occupy Tesco Bank offices

This Is Rigged activists occupy Tesco Bank offices

Twelve campaigners sat they are holding a Christmas party in the foyer of the building in Glasgow.

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