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Britain is preparing for the most radical overhaul of its policing system since 1829, with the government set to unveil plans for a new National Police Service (NPS) — quickly dubbed the “British FBI.” The proposed force aims to take on terrorism, cybercrime, fraud, online child abuse and organised gangs,…

As Bulk tours indie cinemas, its director reflects on the cinematic DNA​ and oddball influences that fuelled his most unconventional wor​k

From handbags to drug gangs to central banks – one of Britain’s finest investigative reporters reveals the surprising links in a global chain of crime

An extraordinary mosaic of wildlife has made Britain’s urban jungle its home

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: For the US president to dishonour the sacrifice of nations that have fought as partners in countless conflicts is graceless and shameful – and no way for a supposedly friendly head of state to behave

The US president took his bullying doctrine to Davos and hit a wall of opposition. If this creates a new western alliance against him, all to the good, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland

Campaigners believe evaluations have been suppressed as they cast further doubt on safety and economic benefits

In focus groups in Warrington and Godalming, there was a feeling Keir Starmer was adrift – but are Reform’s ‘Globetrotters’ the answer?