Severe flash floods in Valencia have led to a significant loss of life, with survivors criticising the authorities’ response and expressing frustration over inadequate planning and rescue efforts.

The Independent reports concerns that Wes Streeting’s NHS funding agreement may fall short of covering his planned reforms.

The Independent reports that Mervyn King, former Bank of England governor, advises Chancellor Rachel Reeves to increase national insurance in her upcoming Budget.

The Independent reports that Afghan special forces and their families will be allowed to resettle in the UK after new evidence confirmed their UK payments.