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Senior figures in Keir Starmer's government confirmed that a move of staff from 10 Downing Street to an open-plan space in another department was discussed — space in the Foreign Office building was considered. The reason cited was the historic building's unsuitability for collaborative work. The discussions never went beyond an early stage, and it is unknown whether Starmer himself was consulted.
Aziz KarimovThe Wiltshire and Swindon Coroner's Court is examining the death of 26-year-old Second Lieutenant Max George, who was struck by a reversing Warrior armoured vehicle on 21 June 2022 on the Salisbury Plain training area. According to the service inquiry, the alarm for open rear doors had been faulty since 2018.
Aziz KarimovLondon has imposed sanctions on 15 senior commanders from the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese Army, including travel bans and asset freezes. Among those sanctioned are individuals linked to events in El Fasher and Wad Madani. The UK has also announced £5 million in support for victims of sexual violence and £10 million in humanitarian aid.
Otabek YusupovUK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced an independent review into the circumstances of the murder of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak, who was stabbed in Southampton in December 2025. The review will be led by former Lord Chancellor Alex Chalk KC and will take place in two stages; the report is expected in five months.
Otabek YusupovA court in Leeds sentenced Hardeep Bhachu to 12 years and Jasskamal Riyat to 16 years in prison over the deaths of 27-year-old Justyna Hulboj and her four-year-old daughter Lena Czepczor, who were struck in January 2023 on the A61. Bhachu pleaded guilty, while Riyat was convicted by a jury after denying racing.
Otabek YusupovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said he would not introduce free movement with the EU without a public vote, but sources report that no final decision has yet been made. He rules out major changes before the next election and calls for an 'honest conversation' about the future of relations with Brussels.
Aziz KarimovChancellor John Healey is preparing a 'do no harm' budget: no rise in capital gains tax, a new levy on banks and less red tape. The main challenge is the outflow of the super-rich, who have left the country with wealth of about $160 billion, plus pressure from defence spending. Chancellor John Healey is preparing a 'do no harm' budget: no increase in capital gains tax, a new levy on banks, and reduced bureaucracy. The main challenge is the outflow of the super-rich, who have left the country with combined wealth of around $160 billion, along with pressure from defence spending.
Aziz KarimovUK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said in an ITV interview that he would like to see the country return to the EU within his lifetime, but that the decision must be made by British society. He emphasised a pragmatic approach to revising the post-Brexit arrangements and dismissed rumours of an early general election.
Otabek YusupovThe British Medical Association has announced a strike by consultants — the most senior doctors in England's hospitals — for 25 November over a dispute about pay and working conditions. Doctors will provide only emergency care. The government calls the decision irresponsible.
Aziz KarimovStorm Boelo claimed the lives of two men, left hundreds of thousands of homes without electricity and caused major flooding in Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England. By Sunday evening around 90,000 customers remained without power, and by Monday almost 8,000. New storm-force winds are expected early in the week.
Aziz KarimovBristol resident Bern Rogers won £127,500 through the courts for two and a half years of caring for her mother with dementia. She was previously accused of theft and fraud, but a jury acquitted her. Lawyers call the High Court ruling significant and predict a rise in similar claims, though the estate intends to appeal the amount awarded. Bristol resident Bern Rogers won £127,500 through the courts for two and a half years of caring for her mother with dementia. She had previously been accused of theft and fraud, but was acquitted by a jury. Lawyers describe the High Court ruling as significant and predict a rise in similar claims, though the estate intends to appeal the amount awarded.
Aziz KarimovUK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said that the country and its NATO allies must be ready to 'fight and win a war' within roughly 1,000 days, as adversaries could build up their military capability by 2030. The government has launched the 'Be Ready' campaign with recommendations to keep three days' worth of supplies at home.
Otabek YusupovChancellor of the Exchequer John Healey is preparing a Budget he will present on Wednesday at around 13:00 in the House of Commons. Preparations are taking place amid unprecedented secrecy, even though the economy is growing faster than forecast: inflation stood at 3.5% in September, while borrowing costs are higher than expected. Key decisions concern borrowing, welfare spending and fiscal rules. Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey is preparing a budget that he will present on Wednesday at around 13:00 in the House of Commons. The preparations are taking place amid unprecedented secrecy, even though the economy is growing faster than forecast: inflation stood at 3.5% in September, while borrowing costs are higher than expected. Key decisions concern borrowing, welfare spending and fiscal rules.
Otabek YusupovConvicted of carousel VAT fraud, Aarif Patel from Preston stole over £33 million in public funds and attempted to steal up to £90 million. In 2023, he was sentenced in absentia to 20 years in prison but has not served a single day. A confiscation order of £90.5 million issued in 2025 remains unenforced as Patel challenges it in the Court of Appeal. BBC uncovered a network of websites in Dubai portraying him as a successful businessman and philanthropist, though direct links to him remain unproven. Arif Patel of Preston, convicted of a VAT carousel fraud, stole more than £33m of public funds and attempted to steal up to £90m. In 2023 he was sentenced in absentia to 20 years in prison but has not served a single day. The £90.5m confiscation order imposed in 2025 has not been enforced: Patel is contesting it in the Court of Appeal. The BBC has uncovered a network of websites building his image as a businessman and philanthropist in Dubai.
Aziz KarimovPrime Minister Andy Burnham has promised that by Christmas every homeless person in England will be given a route off the streets. On Wednesday the budget will add £432 million to the £442 million already allocated, bringing the total to £874 million. The opposition criticises the plan, pointing to record levels of homelessness and Burnham's record as Mayor of Greater Manchester. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has promised that by Christmas every homeless person in England will be given a route off the streets. On Wednesday the budget will add £432m to the £442m already allocated, bringing the total to £874m. The opposition criticises the plan, pointing to record levels of homelessness and Burnham's record as Mayor of Greater Manchester.
Aziz KarimovStorm Boelo led to the cancellation of 149 KLM flights at Schiphol Airport, the suspension of ferry services to the islands of Vlieland and Terschelling, and numerous calls to emergency services in Friesland. In the United Kingdom, more than 57,000 homes were left without electricity due to the bad weather.
Aziz KarimovJack Ross, who appeared in an undercover Al Jazeera recording offering to 'help' arrange hitmen, had previously done paid social media work for the Conservative Party. His membership has been suspended pending an investigation; Kemi Badenoch called the allegations shocking.
Aziz KarimovA power surge at Stansted Airport temporarily knocked out a number of systems: passengers reported hours-long queues at passport control and the shutdown of the shuttle, which was replaced by buses. The airport said all systems had been restored and apologised for the disruptions.
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