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New police powers to ban 'offensive' protest chants

Ministers are planning sweeping new police powers to ban protests deemed 'offensive' with unlimited fines for organisers. The controversial measures could criminalise certain chants and songs at demonstrations across England and Wales.

Police 'Hit Squad' Scandal Rocks Bristol Protests

Explosive revelations expose how undercover police officers allegedly incited violence during the 2021 Kill the Bill protests in Bristol, raising serious questions about police tactics and civil liberties.

Minister queries Met Police over protest handling

Policing Minister Chris Philp demands urgent explanation from London's Metropolitan Police regarding their approach to recent demonstrations, raising concerns about public safety and operational decisions.

Family's shock as energy bill hits £15,000

A UK family shares their disbelief after receiving a staggering £15,000 electricity bill from British Gas, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing energy crisis on ordinary households.

Bill Gates Names His 5 Favourite Must-Read Books

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates shares his five favourite books that offer profound insights into human nature, science, and society. Discover the reads that have shaped the billionaire's worldview.

Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights

The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.

Ken Loach Leads London Protest Against Anti-Strike Bill

Acclaimed filmmaker Ken Loach joined trade unionists and activists in a major London demonstration against the government's controversial Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill, denouncing it as an attack on fundamental worker rights.

Lush Shuts All UK Stores To Protest Policing Bill

In a bold and unprecedented move, cosmetics giant Lush has closed every one of its 104 UK shops and halted online sales to protest the controversial Public Order Act, calling it a 'perilous' threat to the right to protest.

10 Expert Hacks to Slash Your Energy Bills Now

Energy bills set to rise? Don't panic. Our definitive guide reveals 10 practical, expert-backed strategies to reduce your gas and electricity costs immediately and save hundreds of pounds a year.

Police Waste Millions on Bureaucracy Over Fighting Crime

A damning investigation reveals UK police forces are wasting millions on bureaucratic 'platitudes' and 'broken records' requests instead of tackling soaring crime rates. Victims are being failed as officers chase targets, not criminals.

Met Police Chief Faces Misconduct Probe Over Case Handling

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley is under formal investigation by the police watchdog over allegations he mishandled complaints related to high-profile officer misconduct cases, raising serious questions about leadership and accountability

45 Arrests via Facial Recognition at Notting Hill Carnival

The Metropolitan Police deployed live facial recognition cameras at Notting Hill Carnival, leading to 45 arrests. The controversial surveillance technology sparked immediate backlash from civil liberties groups, who condemn its use as a 'dystopian' infrin

High Court forces police to delete innocent man's data

A landmark High Court ruling forces Surrey Police to delete data collected on an innocent man from Horley, setting a crucial precedent for privacy rights and police use of personal information in the UK.

Notting Hill Carnival Policing Row Erupts

As London's iconic Notting Hill Carnival concludes, a fierce debate erupts over the intense police presence, with community leaders and politicians questioning if heavy-handed tactics are stifling the celebration's spirit and threatening civil liberties.

Notting Hill Carnival faces £625k policing funding crisis

London's world-renowned Notting Hill Carnival faces an unprecedented funding crisis as organisers reveal a critical £625,000 shortfall for essential policing and security measures, threatening the future of Europe's largest street festival.

Trump's Scotland Visit Cost Police £2.4 Million

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering £2.4 million policing cost for Donald Trump's controversial 2024 Turnberry trip, burdening Scottish taxpayers amid fierce political debate.

Trump's Radical Plan to Deploy National Guard in DC Revealed

Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal Donald Trump's controversial strategy to deploy a massive federalised police and National Guard presence in Washington D.C. to combat crime, a move critics label as authoritarian and a threat to civil liberties.

Trump's Plan for Federal Police Patrols in Washington DC

Ex-President Donald Trump unveils a controversial proposal for federal forces to patrol Washington DC, directly challenging the city's local government and sparking a fierce debate on law enforcement and autonomy.

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