Reeves avoids probe over £20bn 'black hole' claims
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will not face an investigation over claims she misled the public about a £20bn fiscal black hole before the Budget. Read the full story on the watchdog's decision.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will not face an investigation over claims she misled the public about a £20bn fiscal black hole before the Budget. Read the full story on the watchdog's decision.
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A UK watchdog reveals Home Office facial recognition technology has significant accuracy issues with Black and Asian subjects, raising urgent bias and discrimination concerns. Read the full investigation.
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Keir Starmer admits exploring ways to reduce trade barriers with the EU, while David Lammy highlights economic growth in customs unions. The PM blames Tory Brexit tactics for a poor deal.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Vladimir Putin India has a clear position for peace in Ukraine, as the Russian leader's Delhi visit tests New Delhi's balancing act between Moscow and the West.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage demands an apology from the BBC for 'double standards' after facing racism allegations. Watch the fiery press conference here.
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PM Keir Starmer told Scottish Labour members that Anas Sarwar's influence shaped the Budget. The SNP seized on the remarks to link Sarwar to contentious policies like the windfall tax.