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UK Asylum Appeal Backlog Hits Record 80,000, Nearly Doubling in a Year

The UK's asylum appeals backlog has reached a record 80,333 cases, nearly doubling in a year, with average wait times rising to 63 weeks amid political and accommodation challenges.

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Getty Images A woman is helped to board a migrant dinghy with other people on board into the English Channel in 2026 in Gravelines, France.

Northern Ireland Minister Urges UK Government to Support Rising Energy Costs

Northern Ireland's economy minister urges UK government action to support households and businesses facing rising energy costs amid budget constraints and calls for legislation to implement a £30 annual electricity bill reduction scheme.

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Woman Freed After 25 Years of Servitude as Abuser Sentenced to 13 Years

Amanda Wixon was sentenced to 13 years for imprisoning and abusing a woman in Gloucestershire for 25 years. The victim, now recovering with a supportive family, described enduring severe abuse and neglect while calls grow for social services accountability.

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Scottish Parliament Staff Report 84 Bullying and Harassment Cases Since 2021

Since 2021, Scottish Parliament staff have reported 84 cases of bullying, harassment, and sexual harassment, prompting calls for swift reforms and zero tolerance of inappropriate behaviour.

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Google’s Former Europe Chief Nears Appointment as Next BBC Director General

Matt Brittin, former Google Europe head, is reportedly close to becoming the BBC’s next director general, highlighting big tech's growing influence in media amid challenges from platforms like YouTube and political scrutiny.

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Inquiry Reveals Emotional 999 Calls Reporting Nottingham Stabbings

A public inquiry revealed emotional 999 calls reporting the fatal stabbings of students Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar in Nottingham on 13 June 2023.

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Sons Suspected in Nearly 20% of Women Killed by Men in UK Over Past Year

Femicide Census data reveals nearly 20% of women killed by men in the UK were victims of matricide, the highest rate in 16 years. Names of 19 mothers killed by sons will be read in parliament amid concerns over mental health, funding, and support services.

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Jess Phillips MP speaking in the House of Commons.

Natalie McNally Murder Trial: Ex-Partner Denies Planning Alibi

In the Natalie McNally murder trial, a woman linked to a man accused by Stephen McCullagh denies planning any alibi and discusses her knowledge of events surrounding Ms McNally's death on 18 December 2022.

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Pacemaker Natalie McNally. She has long blonde hair and is wearing a long khaki coat and standing on a beach.

Families Frustrated by Three-Year Delay in Police Disciplinary Process After Fatal Cardiff Crash

Families of three victims killed in a 2023 Cardiff crash express frustration over a three-year delay in police disciplinary proceedings amid ongoing investigations.

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Report Warns Wales Underserved by Broadcasting, Calls for Increased Investment

A Senedd report warns that inadequate broadcasting in Wales leaves citizens less informed and calls for increased investment by BBC, ITV, , and S4C to improve coverage and funding parity with Scotland.

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Man Jailed for 10.5 Years After Stabbing Cousin in Plean Attempted Murder

Thomas McCallum was sentenced to 10.5 years for stabbing his cousin Roddy Stewart in Plean, leaving him with life-threatening injuries. The attack followed a dispute involving a woman’s home and resulted in emergency surgery for Stewart.

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Two Men Convicted of Affray in Barber Shop Turf War Brawl

Two men found guilty of affray following a mass brawl between rival barber shops in Blackwood, involving up to 25 men and serious injuries. Sentencing set for 10 April.

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