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FTSE 100 slides after jump in UK Government borrowing

An unexpectedly high borrowing figure had economists predicting that tax increases ‘feel inevitable’ later this year.

Evening Standard

Starmer accused by Israel of 'emboldening the forces of terror' after embassy workers killed in Washington DC

Israeli ministers hit out at prime minister in wake of ‘anti-semitic’ shootings in US capital amid tensions over UK Government position on Gaza

Evening Standard

Labour admit 'not a penny' of £200m Grangemouth rescue fund spent so far

LABOUR’S touted £200 million rescue package for Grangemouth remains entirely unspent, a UK Government minister has admitted.

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UK Government responds after sending spy plane over Gaza to help Israel

THE UK Government has confirmed that it will share information gathered from spy plane flights over Gaza with the Israeli military ...

The National (Scotland)

Acorn project ‘crucial’, says minister after claim Reeves ‘going cold’ on scheme

UK energy minister Michael Shanks was asked by MSPs about the UK Government’s stance on carbon capture.

Evening Standard

UK Government has ‘surrendered’ on fishing in EU deal, says Swinney

The Scottish First Minister said the agreement showed Scotland is an ‘afterthought’ for the UK Government.

Evening Standard

Humphrey to the rescue: UK Gov seeks to save millions by using AI tool to analyze input on thousands of consultations

The UK government’s new AI tool, Consult, analysed public consultation responses, claiming efficiency gains, though questions remain about accuracy, transparency, and long-term policy implications.

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‘Good start’ for investment bank but rule changes needed

The Scottish National Investment Bank was launched in 2020 with funding of £2 billion pledged by the end of the decade.

Evening Standard

Stephen Flynn calls for fresh Commons vote on Winter Fuel Payment cut

The SNP have called on the Conservatives to use opposition debate time to hold a fresh vote on the UK Government’s Winter Fuel Payment cut

The National (Scotland)

Experts warn far- right are ‘weaponising Christianity’

EXPERTS have warned that far-right groups are weaponising Christianity for their political agendas and have urged churches to speak out against…

The National (Scotland)

Grangemouth closure risks fuel shortages and rationing, MP claims

MINISTERS have been warned that the closure of Scotland’s last oil refinery risks fuel shortages and even rationing.

The National (Scotland)

UK Government says it will seek Supreme Court appeal over Sean Brown inquiry

Appeal Court judges affirmed an earlier High Court ruling compelling the Government to hold a public inquiry into Sean Brown’s killing.

Evening Standard

Thousands of homes to receive faster broadband in Labour connection drive

The move is part of Labour’s “digital revolution,” tech minister says

The Independent UK

Tens of thousands in remote areas to receive faster broadband

The upgrade is part of work to tackle digital exclusion.

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Keir Starmer denies Labour have ruled out scrapping two-child cap

KEIR Starmer has denied claims from sources within his own Government that Labour have ruled out abolishing the two-child benefit cap ...

The National (Scotland)

Major blow to Labour as Donald Trump 'pushes back UK trade deal talks'

Donald Trump has dealt Labour a major blow by pushing a trade deal with the UK down his priority list, reports say ...

The National (Scotland)

UK Government must act urgently over £200m promise for Grangemouth, says Kate Forbes

THE UK Government has been urged to take “urgent and decisive action” over the £200 million promised to Grangemouth workers as the…

The National (Scotland)

Top trade unionist blasts Labour's GB Energy 'betrayal'

A TRADE union boss has said people feel “betrayed” over Labour’s flagship Great British Energy policy.

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Lidl to invest £500m to support plans for 40 new stores

Bosses at Lidl GB said recent UK Government planning reforms are helping to ‘remove barriers to development’ and support its growth ambitions.

The National (Scotland)

‘Consciously cruel’ UK benefits system failing on human rights, charity warns

The UK's social security system has been branded “consciously cruel” by campaigners who say it “does not stand up to the international human…

The Independent UK

Family welcome prosecution of private prison where inmate died of Covid-19

Calum Inglis, 34, was found dead in his cell at HMP Addiewell in West Lothian on October 24, 2021.

Evening Standard

UK Government borrowing exceeds forecast as tariffs to weigh on public purse

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics show public sector net borrowing rose to £151.9 billion in the year to the end of March.

The National (Scotland)

Glasgow seeks pause on asylum seekers as costs balloon

THE UK Government must stop sending asylum seekers to Scotland’s largest city, the local council has demanded.

The National (Scotland)

'Important milestone' as SNP launch new disability benefit across Scotland

THE Scottish Government has opened nationwide applications for a new benefit payment ...

The National (Scotland)

UK travellers banned from bringing meat and dairy back from EU

UK travellers have been issued a warning over the import of meat and dairy products from EU and EEA countries for personal use.

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