A significant increase in the backlog of court cases has led to a sharp rise in victims withdrawing from proceedings, resulting in the collapse of numerous trials and raising concerns over the efficacy of the justice system in England and Wales.
Industry leaders are advocating for consumers to shoulder the financial burden of expanding nuclear power as part of the Labour Party’s climate policy, potentially leading to increased energy bills for households.
The Princess of Wales delivered an uplifting Christmas message of hope during her annual carol service, emphasising the enduring power of love even in challenging times.
The Princess of Wales attended a festive carol concert at Westminster Abbey, marking a return to public engagements with a focus on unity and celebration during the holiday season.
MI5 is pivoting its focus from terrorist threats to monitoring activities of nations like China, Russia, and Iran, indicating a strategic shift in response to increasing geopolitical tensions and espionage risks, as highlighted in a recent address.
Romania’s election has been annulled due to alleged Russian interference supporting a far-right candidate, leading to a court mandate for the first round of voting to be rerun.
Sir Keir Starmer is facing criticism for not addressing the issue of violence against women in his recent speech, despite previously promising to support measures against it and backing a campaign focused on building a refuge for those affected.
Experts suggest that career advancement is more likely achieved by aligning with management rather than solely relying on hard work.
Rachel Reeves has highlighted the necessity of reallocating resources from other government areas to increase defence funding, emphasising a focus on efficiency and waste reduction in the largest governmental spending review in nearly twenty years.
Labour has retracted its NHS commitment to reduce A&E waiting times to four hours, highlighting significant pressures on emergency services due to rising demand, high bed occupancy, and the aftermath of the pandemic, with ambulance crews now facing challenges such as extended hospital wait times.