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Sunak signals ‘evolutionary leap’ in British foreign policy

Sunak signals ‘evolutionary leap’ in British foreign policy

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was speaking at the annual Lord Mayor’s Banquet in London’s Guildhall.

11-month High Court injunction granted to deter unlawful M25 protests

11-month High Court injunction granted to deter unlawful M25 protests

National Highways said it secured the civil order to prevent protesters scaling the gantries on the country’s busiest motorway.

Protesters in court accused of blockading Amazon site on Black Friday

Protesters in court accused of blockading Amazon site on Black Friday

Five activists who allegedly blockaded an Amazon fulfilment centre on Black Friday last year appeared at Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court.

London museum returns looted Benin bronzes to Nigeria

London museum returns looted Benin bronzes to Nigeria

There are questions about whether thousands of items which are held at institutions globally, including the British Museum, will ever be sent back.

PSNI investigating claim Arm na Poblachta behind bomb outside police station

PSNI investigating claim Arm na Poblachta behind bomb outside police station

The device was left in a hijacked vehicle outside Waterside police station in Londonderry on the evening of Sunday, November 20.

Speaker to allow debate on SNP MP conduct after Twitter post

Speaker to allow debate on SNP MP conduct after Twitter post

Sir Lindsay Hoyle rebuked the MP last week for sharing the Commons Speaker’s correspondence.

Government told to send ‘strong message’ and review fire service discrimination

Government told to send ‘strong message’ and review fire service discrimination

The review found “dangerous levels of ingrained prejudice against women” and racism against colleagues.

Major financial decisions need Executive to return, civil service chief says

Major financial decisions need Executive to return, civil service chief says

Jayne Brady said public officials heading up Government departments had been placed in a challenging position.

Police chief: ‘Friendly’ World Cup shows need to resist alcohol relaxation

Police chief: ‘Friendly’ World Cup shows need to resist alcohol relaxation

Chief Constable Mark Roberts, the UK’s football policing lead, also praised England and Wales fans for their “exemplary” behaviour in Qatar.

Multi-million-pound trial to help rapidly find flu treatments this winter

Multi-million-pound trial to help rapidly find flu treatments this winter

While many people get flu and recover without hospital treatment, for some people it can be more severe, and even life-threatening.

Asylum seekers with diphtheria symptoms to be isolated amid rise in cases

Asylum seekers with diphtheria symptoms to be isolated amid rise in cases

It comes after Home Secretary Suella Braverman faced criticism about overcrowding and outbreaks of disease at the Manston processing centre.

Almost two thirds of unpaid carers ‘have given up work or reduced hours’

Almost two thirds of unpaid carers ‘have given up work or reduced hours’

Carers Trust said people who care for loved ones are experiencing ‘unprecedented financial hardship’ as the cost-of-living crisis deepens.

Ovo joins scheme to pay customers to cut their energy usage

Ovo joins scheme to pay customers to cut their energy usage

The National Grid Electricity System Operator launched the scheme earlier this month and has engaged in trials with customers.

Role of civil service in Scotland being re-examined after IndyRef case – Jack

Role of civil service in Scotland being re-examined after IndyRef case – Jack

Scottish Secretary Alister Jack told MPs that discussions were ongoing with senior civil servants in the UK and Scottish Governments.

King admits he enjoys the ‘most difficult challenges’ in royal grand design show

King admits he enjoys the ‘most difficult challenges’ in royal grand design show

The ITV programme tells the story of Charles’ restoration of Dumfries House and its estate in Ayrshire, Scotland.

Hancock’s I’m A Celebrity stint took ‘courage’, says Blair

Hancock’s I’m A Celebrity stint took ‘courage’, says Blair

The Tory MP is returning to face questions about his political future in Westminster, but received some support from the former prime minister.

Online Safety Bill to remove ‘legal but harmful’ content measures

Online Safety Bill to remove ‘legal but harmful’ content measures

The Government has confirmed the proposed internet safety laws will be refined.

Mike Tindall launches his own line of budgy smugglers for charity

Mike Tindall launches his own line of budgy smugglers for charity

The former rugby player caught viewers’ attention when he wore the tight trunks while in the Australian jungle.

Minister blasts Fifa and claims Wales has ‘every chance’ of beating England

Minister blasts Fifa and claims Wales has ‘every chance’ of beating England

Welsh economy chief Vaughan Gething called the football organisation’s decisions over rainbow bucket hats and One Love armbands “disappointing”.

Number of homes at risk of flooding could double in next 30 years

Number of homes at risk of flooding could double in next 30 years

National Infrastructure Commission warns 600,000 English properties will be at high risk of surface water flooding by 2055 without action.

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