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High Court rules UK Govt's Troubles Legacy Act unlawful

The UK Government faces a major legal setback as the High Court rules its controversial Troubles Legacy Act, offering conditional immunity to ex-soldiers and paramilitaries, breaches human rights laws and international obligations.

Swinney: Westminster's approach is 'deeply damaging'

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney delivers a stark warning, accusing the UK government of undermining devolution and damaging bilateral relations with a 'unilateral' and 'high-handed' approach.

Council Boss Jailed for Brother Bribery Scheme

A former Westminster City Council property director has been sentenced to prison for orchestrating a brazen bribery scheme, funneling lucrative housing maintenance contracts worth millions to his brother's company.

Starmer's Government in Crisis After Disastrous Week

An exclusive analysis reveals Sir Keir Starmer's fledgling Labour government is already mired in chaos and U-turns, with senior ministers appearing weak and the Prime Minister himself struggling to provide decisive leadership just weeks after the election

MoD Scraps Woke ESG Rules for Defence Firms

The Ministry of Defence axes controversial 'social value' policy that forced weapons contractors to report on climate change and modern slavery, prioritising military effectiveness over ESG targets.

Bad Bunny US Tour at Risk Over ICE Connections

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny faces potential US tour disruption as explosive report links his company to ICE contracts, sparking visa eligibility concerns and fan outrage.

Scottish Government Faces Inquiry Over Libya Communications

An independent inquiry has been launched to investigate claims of undisclosed meetings between Scottish Government officials and Libyan representatives, raising serious questions about transparency and diplomatic protocols.

Zero-Hours Contract Hell in UK Tourism Exposed

An exclusive insider account reveals the shocking instability and financial insecurity faced by zero-hours contract workers in Britain's tourism sector, exposing the human cost of precarious employment.

Starmer's 'Chill Out' Plea: Inside No10's Delivery Plan

PM Keir Starmer confronts 'crisis' narrative, urging calm as he unveils detailed delivery plan for government pledges. Exclusive insight into Whitehall's new 'Delivery Unit' and the strategy to prove competence.

UK and Ireland in Fresh Talks to Restore Stormont

Exclusive: The UK Secretary of State has launched a fresh diplomatic push with the Irish government in a bid to break the political deadlock and restore the devolved government in Northern Ireland.

Rayner's Landmark Pledge to Overhaul Workers' Rights

Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner pledges the biggest expansion of workers' rights in a generation, vowing to ban zero-hour contracts and strengthen union power within 100 days of a Labour government.

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