Home Secretary's 2025 pledge to end small boats crisis
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood vows to stop illegal Channel crossings and clear asylum backlog with new emergency powers and Rwanda-style deals.
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Labour to house asylum seekers on military sites
The Labour government announces a controversial new strategy to temporarily accommodate asylum seekers on disused military sites to tackle the severe housing shortage and clear the backlog of claims.
Labour to Shut Asylum Hotels, Use Military Barracks
Exclusive: The new Labour government unveils a tough new immigration plan to shut down costly asylum seeker hotels, fast-track decisions, and house migrants in repurposed military barracks in a major policy shift.
Martha's Rule: Thousands Call NHS Second Opinion Hotline
Exclusive: The groundbreaking NHS patient safety initiative, Martha's Rule, has been flooded with thousands of desperate calls to its 24/7 hotline, empowering families and saving lives by granting rapid second medical opinions.
Martha's Rule Now Active in Every English Hospital
In a major victory for patient safety, Martha's Rule is now fully operational across all acute NHS hospitals in England, giving families a direct lifeline to a rapid review if their concerns are not being heard.
UK Asylum Seekers Hit 20-Year High Despite Small Boats Pledge
Exclusive analysis reveals UK asylum applications have soared to their highest level in two decades, with small boat arrivals from France now the primary route, overtaking traditional methods and overwhelming the Home Office's processing system.
Yvette Cooper pledges to end asylum hotel use and stop small boats
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper vows a Labour government would rapidly clear the asylum backlog and end costly hotel use, while tackling small boat crossings with a new cross-border police unit.
Labour's Radical Plan to Tackle UK's Asylum Hotel Crisis
Exclusive: The new government unveils a radical strategy to move asylum seekers out of expensive hotels and into cheaper, more secure accommodation, aiming to save billions and tackle the legacy backlog.
Home Office Vows Surge in Asylum Hotel Closures for 2026
The Home Office announces an accelerated plan to shut down asylum seeker hotels, promising a 'significant increase' in closures starting early 2026, aiming to cut costs and reduce the asylum backlog.
Labour pledges asylum system overhaul as 'number one priority'
Exclusive: Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper vows to clear the Tory asylum backlog and scrap the Rwanda scheme, putting immigration at the forefront of Labour's first 100 days in power.
Starmer: Sunak Just 'Tinkering' On Broken Asylum System
Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer launches a scathing attack on PM Rishi Sunak's revamped asylum strategy, branding it mere 'tinkering' as court backlogs soar and hotel use for migrants continues. Exclusive analysis reveals the deepening crisis.
NHS Crisis: Patients Face Record 18-Month Waiting Times
A devastating report reveals the true scale of the NHS backlog, with waiting times soaring to unprecedented levels and A&E departments pushed to the brink. Our investigation uncovers the human stories behind the statistics.
Cooper vows fast-track asylum removals amid hotel protests
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper pledges a new rapid removal system for failed asylum seekers as public discontent over the use of hotels to house migrants intensifies across the UK.
Labour Denies Creating UK's Asylum Hotel Crisis
Labour slams government claims it created the asylum hotel backlog. Shadow ministers reveal the Tories' 'chaotic system' and soaring costs exposed in damning letter.
UK asylum claims hit record 111,000 under Labour
Newly released Home Office figures show a record 111,000 asylum claims were made in the UK in the past year, marking a significant challenge for the new Labour government and raising urgent questions about border control and processing systems.
UK's £8.2M Daily Bill for Asylum Seeker Hotels
Exclusive figures reveal the UK government is spending a staggering £8.2 million every day to house over 50,000 asylum seekers in hotels, as the costly backlog crisis deepens.
Councils Rebel Against Labour's 'Unfunded' Asylum Hotel Plan
Sir Keir Starmer's flagship pledge to end the costly use of hotels for asylum seekers is in turmoil as local authorities warn of a 'desperate' lack of funding and clear plans, with some outright refusing to cooperate.
Bin collection delays hit UK due to staff shortages
Households face overflowing bins as waste collection services struggle with severe staff shortages. Councils warn of ongoing disruptions.
NHS backlog hits 7.37M amid transparency row
The NHS waiting list has surged to a staggering 7.37 million, with critics accusing the government of downplaying the crisis. Experts warn of worsening delays and strained resources.
Car insurance delays make drivers miss weddings and concerts
Motorists across the UK are facing lengthy delays in receiving car insurance documents, causing many to miss weddings, concerts, and holidays. Here's why it's happening and how to avoid the same fate.
SNP under fire over 3-year justice delays for victims
The SNP government has been accused of failing victims of crime as court backlogs leave some waiting up to three years for justice. Critics slam the delays as 'unacceptable' amid rising concerns over Scotland's legal system.
NHS waiting lists hit record 7.57 million
New figures reveal NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.57 million, with patients facing agonising delays for specialist care. Experts warn the crisis is far from over.
NHS waiting lists hit record 7.6 million in England
England's NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.6 million, marking the highest number on record. Experts warn of worsening delays amid staff shortages and funding crises.
3 million NHS patients get no care after GP referral
New data reveals that three million patients in England have received no NHS care after being referred by their GP, highlighting a deepening healthcare crisis.
UK driving test delays hit record highs
Learner drivers across the UK face unprecedented waiting times for driving tests, with delays stretching up to six months in some areas. The DVSA blames a surge in demand and examiner shortages.
Driving test backlog leaves UK learners stranded
Frustrated learner drivers across the UK are struggling to book driving tests due to severe shortages, with some waiting months for an available slot.
5-month waits for UK driving tests spark crisis
New drivers across the UK are struggling to book driving tests, with waiting times stretching up to five months due to severe backlogs. Experts warn the delays could worsen without urgent action.
NHS loses 100+ doctors to visa delays
Exclusive: Over 100 Romanian medics abandon NHS posts after Home Office visa delays, leaving London and Leeds hospitals understaffed.
Working-age adults dominate NHS waiting lists
New data reveals a disturbing trend as economically active adults make up the majority of NHS waiting lists, signalling a healthcare system under unprecedented strain.
Dundee study: Patients prefer doctors who listen
A groundbreaking study from the University of Dundee shows that patients value doctors who take the time to listen, highlighting a gap in current healthcare practices.
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