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Burnham demands radical devolution for Manchester

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham calls for unprecedented powers and funding transfer from Westminster in landmark speech, positioning the region as trailblazer for English devolution.

Met Police re-vets 300 officers over missed checks

The Metropolitan Police has launched an urgent review after discovering that hundreds of new recruits may have been hired without undergoing essential security vetting, raising serious concerns about force integrity.

California Grants Police Power to Enforce Mask Ban

California Governor Gavin Newsom signs controversial new legislation granting law enforcement authority to enforce mask-wearing bans in most public settings, sparking intense civil liberties debate.

Trump's Supreme Court challenge over Fed's Lisa Cook

Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.

Met Police adopts 'Al Capone' tactics after scandal

Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley announces aggressive new strategy to pursue corrupt officers for any offence, following damning Charing Cross report and Sarah Everard case.

Trump Declares National Emergency in Washington DC

Former US President Donald Trump invokes national emergency powers in Washington DC, a controversial move that grants sweeping authority to quell protests and unrest, sparking immediate legal and constitutional challenges.

Met Police Urge Arming Officers Against Knife Crime

An internal Metropolitan Police review calls for a significant increase in armed officers to better protect the public and frontline police from the growing threat of knife attacks in the capital.

Mother Sues Police Over Bullied Murder Confession

A grieving mother, forced to sign a confession for her baby's murder under intense police pressure, is now suing the force for a shocking miscarriage of justice after being cleared of all wrongdoing.

Nine Met Police Officers Suspended in Behaviour Probe

Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following serious allegations of misconduct at Charing Cross police station, prompting a major internal investigation into behavioural standards.

Nine Met Police Officers Suspended in WhatsApp Scandal

Exclusive: Nine Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following the discovery of a vile WhatsApp group containing racist, homophobic, and misogynistic messages, in a major blow to the force's integrity.

Victoria Police Officers Face Court Over Fatal Arrest Death

Two Victorian police officers have appeared in Melbourne Magistrates' Court charged over the death of Luke Briggs during a violent arrest in Melbourne's west. The case has sparked a major homicide investigation and raised serious questions about police co

Police in court over alleged unlawful killing of Melbourne tradie

Two Victoria Police officers stand accused in Melbourne's Magistrates' Court over the death of Luke Briggs, a 33-year-old tradesman, following a violent altercation outside a Hoppers Crossing 7-Eleven. The case has ignited serious debate over police condu

Australian cop's viral photo sparks intense policing debate

A single photograph of a Queensland police officer has ignited a fierce national debate in Australia, dividing public opinion on modern policing, officer conduct, and the delicate balance between authority and community relations.

Boy's 48-hour bush survival after father shot by police

A young boy's astonishing tale of survival in the Australian bush for two days after his father was fatally shot by police. The child remained with his father's body before being discovered by a search helicopter.

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