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Number of likely days for Channel crossings double compared with previous years

Number of likely days for Channel crossings double compared with previous years

Number of likely days for Channel crossings double compared with previous years

The data publication comes just days after the highest daily total of arrivals was recorded this year so far.


Speed of UK rate cuts ‘shrouded in uncertainty’ after tariffs, Bank boss says

Speed of UK rate cuts ‘shrouded in uncertainty’ after tariffs, Bank boss says

Speed of UK rate cuts ‘shrouded in uncertainty’ after tariffs, Bank boss says

Andrew Bailey told MPs during a Treasury Committee session that the Bank had ‘genuine concerns’ about escalating trade tensions.


Chief medical officer ‘anxious’ about US leaving World Health Organisation

Chief medical officer ‘anxious’ about US leaving World Health Organisation

Chief medical officer ‘anxious’ about US leaving World Health Organisation

Sir Gregor Smith said the move leaves a ‘gap’ in how experts understand emerging diseases.


BBC to apply for more time to consider appeal over Gerry Adams libel ruling

BBC to apply for more time to consider appeal over Gerry Adams libel ruling

BBC to apply for more time to consider appeal over Gerry Adams libel ruling

The BBC has indicated it will apply for a stay on orders relating to the successful defamation claim against the broadcaster on Tuesday.


Kneecap announce ‘biggest headline show outside of Ireland’ at London arena

Kneecap announce ‘biggest headline show outside of Ireland’ at London arena

Kneecap announce ‘biggest headline show outside of Ireland’ at London arena

The trio were taken out of the line-up at Scotland’s TRNSMT festival last week after safety concerns were raised.


BBC boss supports ‘reform’ to funding of broadcaster

BBC boss supports ‘reform’ to funding of broadcaster

BBC boss supports ‘reform’ to funding of broadcaster

The BBC funding model is being reviewed.


UK growth downgraded as global economy dragged by Trump trade wars

UK growth downgraded as global economy dragged by Trump trade wars

UK growth downgraded as global economy dragged by Trump trade wars

In the UK, the economy is expected to grow by 1.3% this year, with the OECD cutting its previous forecast of 1.4%.


Meghan to ‘pause’ restocking her jam and herbal teas until completely ready

Meghan to ‘pause’ restocking her jam and herbal teas until completely ready

Meghan to ‘pause’ restocking her jam and herbal teas until completely ready

The duchess also spoke of the ‘many tears’ she has shed behind the scenes while building her As Ever brand.


Value of UK merger and acquisition deals jumps to highest level for two years

Value of UK merger and acquisition deals jumps to highest level for two years

Value of UK merger and acquisition deals jumps to highest level for two years

The rise was partly driven by more deals by international investors and companies to snap up UK-based firms.


Experts warn of ‘concerning jump’ in antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea

Experts warn of ‘concerning jump’ in antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea

Experts warn of ‘concerning jump’ in antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea

The drug ceftriaxone is the main treatment for gonorrhoea so experts are concerned when infections fail to respond to it.


Over-50s ‘benefiting most’ from falls in quoted car insurance prices

Over-50s ‘benefiting most’ from falls in quoted car insurance prices

Over-50s ‘benefiting most’ from falls in quoted car insurance prices

Competition in the market ‘remains strong’, according to financial services insights provider Consumer Intelligence.


Fallen tree closes major cross-border rail line

Fallen tree closes major cross-border rail line

Fallen tree closes major cross-border rail line

No trains were able to run between Glasgow and Carlisle after the tree fell onto overhead electric wires.


Interim water review ‘not the finishing line’ to fix failures, campaigners warn

Interim water review ‘not the finishing line’ to fix failures, campaigners warn

Interim water review ‘not the finishing line’ to fix failures, campaigners warn

The independent commission said the water sector in England and Wales needs a ‘fundamental reset’ as it published the interim report on Tuesday.


Ex-glamour model Jodie Marsh can keep lemurs at animal sanctuary, judge rules

Ex-glamour model Jodie Marsh can keep lemurs at animal sanctuary, judge rules

Ex-glamour model Jodie Marsh can keep lemurs at animal sanctuary, judge rules

Ms Marsh appealed against the local council’s decision to refuse her application for a wild animal licence to keep the primates.


Fuel thefts up 49% in a year as repeat offenders are ‘pushing their luck’

Fuel thefts up 49% in a year as repeat offenders are ‘pushing their luck’

Fuel thefts up 49% in a year as repeat offenders are ‘pushing their luck’

Forecourt owners attempted to trace offenders over 66,378 incidents between February and April, according to new data.


‘Excessive workload’ means 44% of teachers work extra day every week, says union

‘Excessive workload’ means 44% of teachers work extra day every week, says union

‘Excessive workload’ means 44% of teachers work extra day every week, says union

A survey by the EIS found 44.3% of teachers work an additional seven hours – while 11.5% do an additional 15 hours each week.


Water sector suffering from ‘deep-rooted’ failures, review warns

Water sector suffering from ‘deep-rooted’ failures, review warns

Water sector suffering from ‘deep-rooted’ failures, review warns

The Government-commissioned review calls for reform of laws, regulation and company management and infrastructure.


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