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Andy Burnham Faces Critical Decision on North Sea Oil Drilling as UK PM

Andy Burnham, poised to become UK Prime Minister, faces critical decisions on North Sea oil drilling amid industry, environmental, and political pressures.

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UK Proposes Midnight Social Media Curfew and Scroll Limits for Older Teens

The UK government proposes a midnight social media curfew and disabling addictive features for 16-17-year-olds, aiming to improve sleep and focus. Critics call it piecemeal, while experts warn of potential harm to vulnerable teens.

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MP Security Review Urged After Ann Widdecombe's Death, Says Burnham

Andy Burnham calls for a serious review of MPs' security after Ann Widdecombe's death, amid ongoing investigations and debates over politician safety.

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Man Allegedly Killed Partner’s Ex with Samurai Sword, Court Hears

Michael Bretton is accused of murdering Craig Hurcombe with a samurai sword in a premeditated attack, following a dispute over a woman who had ended a casual relationship with Bretton to reunite with Hurcombe.

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Southport Attack Victims’ Records Accessed Inappropriately by Ambulance Staff

An NHS ambulance trust investigates claims staff improperly accessed medical records of Southport attack victims, prompting calls for a full review of data breach policies.

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Andy Burnham Faces Critical Decision on North Sea Oil Drilling as UK PM

Andy Burnham, poised to become UK Prime Minister, faces critical decisions on North Sea oil drilling amid industry, environmental, and political pressures.

5 min read

UK Proposes Midnight Social Media Curfew and Scroll Limits for Older Teens

5 min read

MP Security Review Urged After Ann Widdecombe's Death, Says Burnham

Andy Burnham calls for a serious review of MPs' security after Ann Widdecombe's death, amid ongoing investigations and debates over politician safety.

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Andy Burnham in a white shirt and suit jacket.

Man Allegedly Killed Partner’s Ex with Samurai Sword, Court Hears

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Craig Hurcombe smiles at the camera. He wears a green collared jacket and black rimmed glasses. He has short grey hair and a beard.

Southport Attack Victims’ Records Accessed Inappropriately by Ambulance Staff

An NHS ambulance trust investigates claims staff improperly accessed medical records of Southport attack victims, prompting calls for a full review of data breach policies.

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Andy Burnham Faces Critical Decision on North Sea Oil Drilling as UK PM

Andy Burnham, poised to become UK Prime Minister, faces critical decisions on North Sea oil drilling amid industry, environmental, and political pressures.

5 min read

UK Proposes Midnight Social Media Curfew and Scroll Limits for Older Teens

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MP Security Review Urged After Ann Widdecombe's Death, Says Burnham

Andy Burnham calls for a serious review of MPs' security after Ann Widdecombe's death, amid ongoing investigations and debates over politician safety.

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Man Allegedly Killed Partner’s Ex with Samurai Sword, Court Hears

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Southport Attack Victims’ Records Accessed Inappropriately by Ambulance Staff

An NHS ambulance trust investigates claims staff improperly accessed medical records of Southport attack victims, prompting calls for a full review of data breach policies.

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Man Jailed for Encouraging Dangerous Hoax 'Swatting' Calls via Dark Web

Callum Dare, 26, was jailed after the FBI identified him encouraging dangerous hoax 'swatting' calls via the dark web, leading to armed police responses in the US and Wales.

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Labour Refuses to Back Welsh Government Budget, Threatening Vote Defeat

Plaid Cymru faces a budget vote defeat after Labour refuses to back the supplementary budget amid union disputes over pay and ALN funding.

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Rhun ap Iorwerth stood up in the Senedd. He is wearing a black jacket, blue shirt and yellow tie. There are people sat behind him.

Government to Launch Campaign on Preparing for Cyber-Attacks and Severe Weather

The UK government plans a public campaign to prepare citizens for cyber-attacks and severe weather, updates the national risk register with new threats, and will conduct the largest home defence exercise in decades.

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Tories Criticize Labour for Blocking Burnham's Pre-Autumn Commons Appearance

The Conservatives accused Labour of avoiding scrutiny by blocking a bid to delay Parliament's recess, preventing Andy Burnham from facing MPs before autumn as he prepares to become prime minister.

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Andy Burnham flanked by reporters and photographers on Millbank. He is wearing a white shirt with a black jacket and glasses. There are trees in the background.

Judge Dismisses Legal Challenge by Families of 1994 RAF Chinook Crash Victims

A High Court judge has dismissed a legal challenge by families of the 1994 RAF Chinook crash victims, ruling the claim was brought too late. The families plan to consider appealing to the European Court of Human Rights and call for a fresh government review.

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Andy Tobias speaking as families from the Chinook Justice Campaign outside the Royal Courts of Justice, central London, ahead of a hearing which will determine whether the families can proceed with a Judicial Review. The families of the victims are calling for a judge-led, public inquiry into the 1994 RAF Chinook helicopter disaster and for all the files - some of which have been sealed for 100 years - to be released.

Police Investigate Sectarian Hate Crime at Rasharkin Orange Hall

Graffiti sprayed on Rasharkin Orange Hall is being treated as a sectarian hate crime. DUP councillors and local politicians condemned the attack, calling for leadership to denounce the sectarian hatred. Police investigations are ongoing, appealing for witnesses.

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Police Investigate University Employee's Comments on Ann Widdecombe's Death

Police are investigating social media comments by an Aberdeen University employee about Ann Widdecombe's death, which is also under a counter-terrorism probe following a brutal attack at her Devon home.

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Andy Burnham Faces Critical Decision on North Sea Oil Drilling as UK PM

UK Proposes Midnight Social Media Curfew and Scroll Limits for Older Teens

MP Security Review Urged After Ann Widdecombe's Death, Says Burnham

Man Allegedly Killed Partner’s Ex with Samurai Sword, Court Hears

Southport Attack Victims’ Records Accessed Inappropriately by Ambulance Staff

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Andy Burnham Faces Critical Decision on North Sea Oil Drilling as UK PM

UK Proposes Midnight Social Media Curfew and Scroll Limits for Older Teens

MP Security Review Urged After Ann Widdecombe's Death, Says Burnham

Man Allegedly Killed Partner’s Ex with Samurai Sword, Court Hears

Southport Attack Victims’ Records Accessed Inappropriately by Ambulance Staff

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Andy Burnham Faces Critical Decision on North Sea Oil Drilling as UK PM

UK Proposes Midnight Social Media Curfew and Scroll Limits for Older Teens

MP Security Review Urged After Ann Widdecombe's Death, Says Burnham

Man Allegedly Killed Partner’s Ex with Samurai Sword, Court Hears

Southport Attack Victims’ Records Accessed Inappropriately by Ambulance Staff

Man Jailed for Encouraging Dangerous Hoax 'Swatting' Calls via Dark Web

Labour Refuses to Back Welsh Government Budget, Threatening Vote Defeat

Government to Launch Campaign on Preparing for Cyber-Attacks and Severe Weather

Tories Criticize Labour for Blocking Burnham's Pre-Autumn Commons Appearance

Judge Dismisses Legal Challenge by Families of 1994 RAF Chinook Crash Victims

Police Investigate Sectarian Hate Crime at Rasharkin Orange Hall

Police Investigate University Employee's Comments on Ann Widdecombe's Death