Northumberland fire chief confident despite critical report
Northumberland Fire and Rescue Service's new chief fire officer says he can lead improvements after an inspection rated the service 'inadequate' in five of ten areas.
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UK grid operator cancels electricity margin notice
Britain's electricity grid operator Neso cancelled an industry call for more power after actions by firms restored the operating margin for Monday evening.
Swinney: Russia poses 'significant threat' after RAF terror plot
John Swinney says Russia poses a 'significant threat' to western European democracies following a suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford, where five men were arrested.
Labour has 'moral duty' to cut benefits bill, says Chancellor
Chancellor John Healey warns Labour has a 'moral duty' to reduce Britain's rising benefits bill, targeting youth unemployment ahead of the October 28 Budget.
Journalism must be protected as critical social infrastructure
NMA chief Theo Bamber says journalism must be protected as critical social infrastructure, urging government support for press scrutiny amid devolution and media regulation plans.
Healey to pledge 'new age of industrialisation' in speech
John Healey will pledge a 'new age of industrialisation' in his first conference speech as Chancellor, with support for shipbuilding and new floating docks at Faslane.
DWP driving bans for benefits claimants from October (27.09.2026)
The DWP gains new powers to issue driving bans to benefits claimants from October 2026. Fraudsters and those refusing to repay debts face tough consequences, including direct bank account deductions without a court order.
Trump DOJ defends firing of Maurene Comey amid claims
Maurene Comey, star federal prosecutor, fights her no-cause firing as the Trump DOJ argues presidential power and cites her family 'nexus' to James Comey.
Elton John slams UK 'absolute losers' over AI copyright plan
UK celebrities defeated AI lobbying over copyright, forcing a government U-turn. Now Australia faces a similar battle, with stars like Kylie Minogue potentially leading the fight.
Burnham avoids backing Heathrow third runway
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has refused to say whether he backs the proposed third runway at Heathrow, saying it is principally a matter for London and Londoners.
Douglas Alexander: Scottish Government hoards power with disastrous results
Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander will tell the Labour conference that the Scottish Government 'hoards power at the centre with disastrous results', urging both governments to 'work together'.
Why the international break now lasts three weeks
FIFA merged September and October international breaks into a single 16-day window for 2025-2030, reducing travel fatigue and changing the Premier League schedule.
Everton Q&A: Friedkin, transfer fallout, injury latest
Everton correspondent Joe Thomas answers fans' questions on Friedkin Group investment plans, the transfer window fallout, and injury news on Rohl and Norgaard.
Top European Leagues Call for Fifa Governance Reform
The Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga have jointly called for urgent governance reform at Fifa, criticising president Gianni Infantino's leadership and demanding fundamental changes.
BBC Sport digital revamp raises questions about purpose
BBC Sport's digital revamp under Alex Kay-Jelski sparks internal divide over focus on football and shift away from TV, leaving minority sports and older viewers concerned.
Healey appoints Labour manifesto writer, adding to election speculation
Economist Ravinder Athwal, who wrote Labour’s 2024 manifesto, is joining John Healey as senior special adviser, fuelling speculation about an early general election.
Man City guilty on nearly all 115 Premier League charges
Manchester City have been found guilty on almost all 115 charges of breaching Premier League financial rules. Sanctions are undecided, and the club is expected to appeal. Clubs were informed after Thursday's Premier League meeting.
Stirling residents urged to shape Local Development Plan
Stirling Council is seeking public feedback on the spatial strategy and site options for the new Local Development Plan, with drop-in events and a July 23 deadline.
Stormont budget talks in 'no-deal territory', Givan warns
Education Minister Paul Givan has warned that negotiations with the UK Government over a financial offer to ease Stormont spending pressures are entering 'no-deal territory', criticising the Northern Ireland Secretary's approach.
Bryant warns he will set Stormont budget if Executive fails to
Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant says he will set a budget for the region if devolved ministers fail to do so, calling it the 'obvious logical conclusion' of continued stalemate.
Government vows to 'push further and harder' after 781 cross Channel
The Government said it must 'push further and harder' to stop migrants crossing the Channel after 781 people arrived in the UK on Wednesday, the highest single-day total this year.
NUJ warns BBC risks 'inescapable doom spiral' with more cuts
The NUJ warns the BBC faces an 'inescapable doom spiral' if it continues job cuts, after the corporation announced plans to axe up to 2,000 roles to save £500 million.
North East mayor presses Government for powers to help cost of living
Kim McGuinness has urged the Government to give her powers to keep bus fares affordable, open more youth clubs and help young people find jobs in a letter to Chancellor John Healey ahead of next month's Budget.
BBC announces 41 job cuts in sports department
The BBC will cut 41 roles in its sports department, saving around £2.6 million, as part of broader cuts that may see up to 2,000 jobs axed.
Burnham vows UK resilience boost after tough summer
Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledged to boost Britain's resilience and support volunteers after a summer of wildfires, high temperatures and emergencies at sea.
Home Secretary: Two Unintercepted Migrant Boats 'Not Acceptable'
Shabana Mahmood orders urgent review after two migrant boats land undetected on Kent coast in two days, calling the uncontrolled landings 'not acceptable'.
Reform-linked think tank proposes state pension abolition
A Reform UK-linked think tank has called for the abolition of the state pension and proposed £75 billion of tax cuts, predominantly for the wealthy.
MSPs hear fears of 'cuts upon cuts' ahead of Scottish Budget
Police Scotland, Colleges Scotland and the STUC warned MSPs that flat-cash funding in the Scottish Budget would force workforce cuts and college insolvencies.
SNP may be forced to sack civil servants to meet savings target
An economist warns the Scottish Government may need compulsory redundancies to meet its workforce savings target, despite a no-compulsory-redundancy policy.
DWP PIP: 82.6% of consultations still by phone
New DWP figures show 82.6% of PIP consultations were by telephone in July 2026, as the government targets 30% face-to-face.
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