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UK to probe foreign meddling in politics after Russia bribery scandal

An independent review has been ordered in response to the conviction of former Reform UK lawmaker Nathan Gill for accepting bribes from Russia.

Economy

UK budget: Record-high tax measures see positive market reaction

Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced tax-raising measures, including new duties on high-value properties, dividends, and savings, in the state budget presented on Wednesday.

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MI5 warns UK lawmakers Chinese spies trying to reach them via LinkedIn

The UK's domestic intelligence agency says China's security services are targeting lawmakers to “collect information and lay the groundwork for long-term relationships."

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UK health secretary denies plot to oust embattled PM Keir Starmer

Since taking office, Starmer has struggled to deliver his flagship promise of economic growth, with figures released on Tuesday showing that unemployment had risen from 4.8% to 5%.

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Afghan man jailed for TikTok threat to kill Reform UK leader Farage

Fayaz Khan, 26, was sentenced at a court in London for making a threat to kill against Nigel Farage and also for entering the UK illegally on a small boat.

Money

UK says ‘high-tech push’ saved over €550 million in public fraud

Results from early tests show that a new AI fraud prevention tool could slash the time to identify fraud risks by 80 per cent.

Cinema

Idris Elba says he won’t go into politics after London mayor rumours

The TV and movie star's anti-knife crime advocacy led to him being considered as a candidate for London Mayor. Now, the actor has shut down the rumours...

Tech News

A UK politician turned himself into an AI chatbot. Here’s how it works

The British MP said his digital twin will enable constituents to reach him 24/7.

The Europe Conversation

'I hope the British public see how practical it is,' EU Trade Commissioner says about EU-UK deal

In an interview with Euronews, Maros Šefčovič says a very important step has been taken towards a new chapter in bilateral relations.

Europe News

Reform UK wins by-election by just six votes to gain fifth MP

Nigel Farage's right-wing populist party campaigned on an anti-immigration platform in Runcorn and Helsby, a constituency in northwest England.

Culture news

Rap group Kneecap apologise to families for 'kill your MP' remarks

A clip of the band allegedly calling for the death of Conservative MPs is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police’s counter-terror unit. The daughter of a murdered MP has spoken out and the band has apologised. However, Kneecap said that they are facing a "co-ordinated smear campaign."

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Daughter of murdered UK MP asks rappers Kneecap for apology

A clip of the band allegedly calling for the death of Conservative MPs is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police’s counter-terror unit. Now, the daughter of a murdered MP has spoken out and demanded an apology.

United Kingdom

UK government defends cuts that 'could put 250,000 in poverty'

Chancellor Rachel Reeves, whose Labour Party has promised an end to austerity, unveiled billions of pounds of new cuts on Wednesday.

Economy

UK Spring Statement: Further budget cuts and halved economic growth

Britain's Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has laid out the latest on UK public finances. Her statement arrives at a moment when the nation needs to find billions to boost defence spending against the backdrop of an ailing economy. Here are the key takeaways.

United Kingdom

UK PM Starmer abolishes major NHS body as public sector cuts begin

Reports say that Labour aides are increasingly looking to 'trim' the British government and civil service and drawing parallels with Elon Musk's actions in the US.

Europe News

UK PM Keir Starmer 'ready' to put troops on the ground in Ukraine

Starmer's comments are the first time the leader has publicly and explicitly said he would be willing to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine.