A review has flagged the replacement of “biological sex” with “gender” in official data, warning that this could cause confusion in crime and health records, potentially undermining screening accuracy and public confidence.
Britain faces potential new tariffs from the US unless it makes concessions on its digital services tax, prompting urgent trade talks aimed at averting serious economic repercussions.
Labour will not require police to record biological sex and will allow criminals to declare their own gender, prompting debate around crime statistics.
No fresh tax increases are on the horizon, but cuts to benefits and public spending are widely expected, raising concerns among lawmakers about the potential fallout for those reliant on government support.
Reeves is poised to unveil sweeping reductions in public spending, the largest since austerity, aiming to close the budget gap while heightening concerns about significant effects on services and benefits.
Nicholas Prosper, found guilty of fatally harming members of his own family and allegedly plotting a larger atrocity, has been compelled by a judge to appear in court for sentencing, underlining a decisive judicial stance.
Matt Hancock has defended the use of a so-called “VIP lane” to award pandemic contracts to Tory contacts, insisting he would take the same approach again despite criticism.
The Federal Reserve lowered its growth outlook and held interest rates steady, attributing the slowdown to heightened trade pressures and caution in the economy.
Returning astronauts touched down safely after months away, greeted by a joyful aquatic display that captivated onlookers.
A man who prepared a lethal plan targeting a school has been jailed following a police intervention that uncovered his intentions, prompting renewed discussion about public safety measures.