The recent advice from a group of former defence and security chiefs highlights the critical need for the army to “prepare genuinely for war” in order to effectively deter threats. The report, compiled by the New Bletchley Network, emphasizes the necessity of reversing the trend of the “hollowing out” of the regular army and reserves
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Jeremy Hunt’s recent comments at the House of Lords’ economic affairs committee have sparked a wave of speculation and intrigue among MPs and political observers. The timing of his remarks, on the eve of Rachel Reeves’ lecture on the economy, raises questions about his motives and intentions. By mentioning the possibility of an election in
In a groundbreaking decision, pregnant women and new mothers convicted of most types of crimes are now eligible for reduced sentences from judges in England and Wales. The Sentencing Council has announced that “Pregnancy, childbirth, and post-natal care” will be introduced as a new mitigating factor for consideration during sentencing. This change is set to
Recent wave of knife attacks in Bristol has prompted schools to take action in preparing their students for emergency situations involving serious stab wounds. With the fatal stabbing of two teenage boys and other knife incidents in the city, it has become crucial to equip schoolchildren with the knowledge and tools needed to address catastrophic
The planned daytime closure of a five-mile stretch of the M25 between junctions 10 and 11 has raised concerns among residents and businesses in the area. This closure is the first of its kind and is expected to last until 6am on Monday. Located on one of the busiest routes in the country, this stretch
The recent announcement by Michael Gove, naming two far-right organisations and three Islamist groups as extremist, has caused quite a stir within the targeted groups. One of the organisations, CAGE International, has expressed defiance in the face of this new definition. Despite the threat of being banned from meeting ministers or receiving public funding, Cerie
The recent investigation conducted by Sky News and Independent Patient 11 podcast has revealed a disturbing trend of sexual abuse complaints within mental health inpatient wards in England. The investigation uncovered nearly 20,000 new cases of sexual abuse, harassment, and rape, involving both patients and staff, across more than 30 mental health trusts since 2019.
The UK economy saw a glimmer of hope in January, as official figures reported a 0.2% rise in gross domestic product (GDP). This growth comes after a recent recession declaration due to negative economic growth in two consecutive three-month periods. While the overall three-month GDP showed a decline of 0.1% up to January, the monthly
The controversial social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan were arrested in Romania on Monday night. The arrest was made in connection to allegations of sexual aggression that date back to between 2012 and 2015. The brothers were detained under an European arrest warrant issued by Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London, with an
Esther Ghey, a grieving mother who tragically lost her daughter Brianna to a senseless act of violence, has embarked on a remarkable journey towards forgiveness and healing. Despite the devastating loss she has suffered, Esther has chosen to meet with the family of the girl responsible for her daughter’s murder, showing an incredible level of