Families urge PM to appoint Water Safety Minister after 56 drownings
Families of 18 drowning victims write to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, demanding a Water Safety Minister and action after at least 56 drownings this year, including 34 children.
Category : Policy
Lib court split plan criticised as politicising judiciary
Victoria's Liberal opposition has proposed splitting the court of appeal into criminal and civil divisions, a plan legal groups say would politicise the judiciary.
North Sea oil: dwindling resource still fuels political debate
North Sea oil output has fallen sharply since 2000 and will be just 15% of peak by 2030, yet it remains a potent political symbol in the UK, with leaders calling for more drilling despite climate warnings.
UK orders franchising reviews after Vodafone allegations
Ministers commission two studies into franchising regulation after a Guardian investigation revealed claims about a former Vodafone franchisee who took his own life.
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Amatrice still rebuilding 10 years after deadly earthquake
Ten years after the 2016 earthquake killed 303 people in Amatrice, Italy, reconstruction lags: two-thirds of planned public projects had yet to begin by April 2026.
Mayors to gain new planning powers under Burnham proposals
Andy Burnham will give mayors new powers to take control of local planning decisions and greenlight large-scale developments in proposals to be presented this week.
Finland's Housing First: Success, Setbacks, and Lessons for the UK
Finland's Housing First policy halved homelessness, but recent cuts have reversed progress. Those with lived experience explain what worked, what's failing, and what the UK can learn.
Burnham urged to prioritise construction skills for housing
Andy Burnham has been urged to prioritise skill shortage areas like construction in his technical education revolution to help tackle the housing crisis, as up to 755,000 extra workers may be needed by 2030.
Councillors plan Art Deco restoration for Hoylake station
Grade-II listed Hoylake train station could be restored to its Art Deco 'former glory', with plans to reinstate a 'Hollywood style' sign and repaint the canopy.
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Barking and Dagenham least friendly London borough
Barking and Dagenham is London's least friendly borough, scoring 8/100 in a national connection survey, with low trust and high loneliness.
UK faces 'most explosive weather phenomenon' with thunderstorms
The Met Office's 'most explosive weather phenomenon', a Spanish plume, could bring widespread thunderstorms and heavy rain across the UK next week as temperatures peak at 28C.
Andy Burnham urged to overhaul used car market for net zero
Andy Burnham has been urged to overhaul the UK used car market to boost second-hand electric vehicle sales and help Labour meet net zero goals.
Torbay £300m revamp approved for English Riviera towns
Torbay Council has approved a £300 million Investment and Regeneration Fund Strategy to generate income and drive renewal across Torquay, Paignton and Brixham.
Burnham to hand mayors new planning powers next week
Andy Burnham will unveil plans next week giving mayors new powers to call in planning decisions and approve large-scale developments, including homes over 150 units.
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Greek yoghurt can replace mayonnaise in egg sandwiches, delivering a richer, creamier flavour with fewer calories and more protein.
London's data centre boom sparks local battles over land and power
London is Europe's largest data centre market with 247 facilities, but expansion is straining the grid and clashing with housing needs, sparking community opposition.
Liverpool can't afford Steble Fountain restoration
Liverpool Council says restoring the historic Steble Fountain, dry since 2021, is too expensive due to significant excavation and costs not in its capital programme.
Garston York stone removal row over relocation claims
A row has erupted in Garston over claims historic York stone paving is being removed and relocated to more prestigious areas, sparking complaints from residents and councillors.
Queensland holds out on NDIS replacement Thriving Kids
Queensland is the last state not to sign up for Thriving Kids, the NDIS replacement for children with autism, raising concerns about a support gap by 2028.
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Ashton and Stalybridge MDC plans advance after consultation
Plans for a Mayoral Development Corporation to drive growth around transport hubs in Ashton and Stalybridge are set to be approved next week after a positive public consultation.
Burnham under fire over green belt comments amid housing fears
PM Andy Burnham faces calls to rule out green belt building after past comments resurface. Shadow ministers and campaigners warn of countryside loss as Labour targets 1.5 million homes.
Labour's ZEV Mandate U-turn 'laughable' but 'everyone saw it coming'
Labour's review of ZEV Mandate targets, including a possible 50% EV sales goal by 2030, has been branded a joke and hypocritical after previous criticism of Conservative changes.
Pubs get new protection as 790 close in UK this year
New planning rules make it harder to convert pubs into housing or offices after 1,800 UK pubs closed in a decade, including 790 this year, CAMRA says.
NHS warned not to sacrifice patient care for net zero
The NHS has been warned its net zero drive risks driving away key suppliers, with critics saying patient care must not be 'slaughtered on the altar of net zero'.
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UK Drivers Get 7p-Per-Mile Boost But Must Charge at Night
E.ON Next cuts overnight EV charging to 6.9p/KWh, saving drivers up to £462 a year, but only between 12am and 6am.
Andy Burnham's buses: a blueprint for governing Britain
Greater Manchester's bus franchising under Andy Burnham offers a blueprint for public ownership and effective devolution across Britain.
Victorian Labor promises free dental care in Australian-first
Victorian Labor pledges $230m for 10 walk-in public dental clinics offering free checkups and treatment if re-elected in November, in an Australian-first state government move.
Experts warn Trump vaccine consultation may limit access
The Trump administration is asking for public feedback on vaccine recommendation categories, a move experts say could create access challenges and confusion.
Newcastle pledges no safety decline if Late Night Levy axed
Newcastle council leaders pledge there will be no decline in safety if the Late Night Levy on bars and clubs is abolished, with councillors set to consider the move next week.
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Badenoch urges fast decision on Rosebank and Jackdaw fields
Kemi Badenoch says it is 'absolutely essential' to decide quickly on Rosebank and Jackdaw oilfields, warning delays could mean missing gas for homes by Christmas.
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