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NCA warns of worsening small boat crossings crisis

The UK's National Crime Agency has issued a stark warning over increasing small boat Channel crossings, prompting criticism of Home Office policies. Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper accuses the government of failing to tackle people smuggling effective

Trump firing risks US economic data credibility

Experts warn that President Trump's abrupt firing of a key Labour Department official could undermine the reliability of US economic data, raising concerns among policymakers and investors.

Knife crime drops in UK hotspots

New data reveals a significant drop in robberies involving knives in key UK areas, as police strategies prove effective in curbing violent crime.

UK May Ban Palestine Action as Terror Group

The UK Home Office is considering a terrorism ban on Palestine Action, a pro-Gaza activist group, sparking debates over civil liberties and national security.

Wales statistically England's largest 'city'

A quirky statistical anomaly has reclassified Wales as England's biggest 'city', sparking humour and debate. The Office for National Statistics explains the reasoning behind this unusual categorisation.

London knife crime nearly doubles in decade

Knife crime in London has surged dramatically, with offences nearly doubling over the past decade. The West End has emerged as a hotspot, raising serious concerns about public safety under Mayor Sadiq Khan's administration.

Queensland crime rate debate heats up

David Crisafulli asserts a decline in Queensland's crime victim rate, but Labor criticises the data as cherry-picked. A heated debate unfolds over crime statistics.

Monica Dolan joins ITV's Post Office scandal drama

Award-winning actress Monica Dolan is set to star in ITV's highly anticipated drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office', portraying a key figure in the shocking Post Office scandal that rocked Britain.

40% of UK riot arrests had domestic abuse reports

New data reveals two in five individuals arrested during last summer's UK riots had previously been reported for domestic abuse, raising serious questions about policing and prevention.

UK gangs behind 40% of Europe phone thefts

A new report exposes how UK-based county lines gangs are responsible for two in five mobile phone thefts across Europe, with criminal networks exploiting stolen devices for illegal profits.

UK economy grows 0.2% in January

The UK economy expanded by 0.2% in January, according to the Office for National Statistics, offering cautious optimism amid ongoing economic challenges.

Theft every minute in UK as crime soars

New figures reveal a staggering rise in thefts across the UK, with one incident reported every minute. Critics blame Labour's policies for the surge in crime.

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