British Isles
Business rates will more than double, ‘final blow’ to retailers
UK high street businesses face a dire challenge as business rates are set to increase by over 140% in April. The temporary 75% relief introduced during the pandemic will drop to 40%, causing substantial cost hikes…
Royal Navy warns off Russian spy ship
In November the Royal Navy's attack submarine, HMS Astute, surfaced near the Russian spy ship Yantar off the UK coast, issuing a stark warning against espionage activities targeting Britain's undersea cables. Defence secretary John Healey disclosed…
Labour civil war erupts over possible Heathrow expansion
A rift within the Labour Party has surfaced over reported plans by Rachel Reeves to approve a third runway at Heathrow and expand operations at Gatwick and Luton airports. While she emphasises economic growth as the…
Treat eating disorders as an emergency, say MPs
The parliamentary group on eating disorders has declared an emergency, citing 'woefully inadequate care' for those affected. Conditions like anorexia and bulimia have surged in recent years, with 12% of 17- to 19-year-olds and nearly 21%…
