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politics58 min ago

Cut number of police forces in England to as few as nine, review recommends

Review by ex-Met chief, expected to be published within weeks, calls for reduction from 39 forces to between nine and 18The number of police forces in England should be cut from 39 to as few as nine super forces, an official review ordered by the government has concluded.The review, carried out by the former Met police commissioner Bernard Hogan-Howe, is yet to be published. Doubts are growing among some chief constables about the radical plans contained in Lord Hogan-Howe’s review. Continue reading...

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politics1 h ago

Bank of England raises interest rates to 4%, the first increase for more than three years

Decision by MPC a week after the budget comes as Iran war continues to drive up energy costsBusiness live – latest updatesThe Bank of England has raised interest rates for the first time in more than three years to combat rising inflation, as the Iran war continues to put upward pressure on energy costs.The widely expected move, which took the Bank’s base rate from 3.75% to 4%, was the first rise since August 2023. Continue reading...

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politics2 h ago

Bank rate increased to 4% - November 2026 Monetary Policy Summary and Minutes

The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee is responsible for making decisions about Bank Rate.

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politics4 h ago

South West Water’s failure to fix leaks ‘putting customer supplies at risk’

With parts of region served by company in severe drought still, regulators give it six weeks to come up with action planRepeated failures by South West Water to tackle leaks are putting customers at higher risks of losing water supplies as parts of the region remain in severe drought, regulators have said.In a warning to the privatised company that serves 1.8 million people across the south-west of England, the regulators said it had been failing to meet targets to reduce leaks and repair burst pipes for seven years. Continue reading...

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Government to end 'wild west' e-bike parking with new powers for local leaders

We are taking action to give local leaders in England the power to stop nuisance e-bike parking, tackle antisocial behaviour and make journeys safer.

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politics4 h ago

RSH data indicates increase in social housing tenant satisfaction

Social housing landlords in England have reported an increase in the average level of tenant satisfaction across the sector.

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politics14 h ago

Government bid to make England TB-free by 2038, with vaccines for cattle and badgers

No badgers culled due to the disease in 2026 – first year in over a decade with no culling

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health lifestyle20 h ago

Cocaine-Related Deaths Outnumber Heroin in England and Wales

New data indicates cocaine is now the substance most frequently involved in drug-related deaths in England and Wales. This surpasses heroin.

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politics20 h ago

Health checks offered to residents near one of England's worst illegal waste sites

Dedicated health checks, including asthma and blood pressure assessments, are being offered to people living near one of England's worst illegal waste sites.

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education1 d ago

England schools to offer anti-fraud lessons to children

Schools across England will offer new lessons to children. These lessons will focus on spotting fraud and protecting against exploitation.

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business economy1 d ago

Seeking young people in Northern England struggling with employment

The DNH is seeking to hear from young individuals in Northern England. The platform is gathering information on their experiences finding work.

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education1 d ago

English schoolchildren to receive lessons on spotting fraud

School children in England will be taught how to identify fraudulent activities. The lessons aim to protect them from financial exploitation.

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education1 d ago

Ukrainian GCSE to Be Offered to British Students by 2028

Students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will be able to take a Ukrainian GCSE starting in 2028. This is part of government plans for curriculum offerings.

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business economy2 d ago

Bank of England Poised for First Rate Hike Amid Worsening Energy Shock

The Bank of England is anticipated to implement its first interest rate increase. This move comes as the energy shock facing the economy intensifies.

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business economy2 d ago

England Rent Rises Continue Despite Renters Reform Act

Rent increases of up to 88% are still being approved in England. Tenants and landlords report the rent tribunal system is not effective.

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