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coindesk.comfinance13 hrs agoUpdated
UK government forms tokenization taskforce with 54 financial firms
A 54-firm group backed by the City of London Corporation will develop live tokenization use cases in UK wholesale markets over the next year. The project is led by HM Treasury's Wholesale Digital Markets Champion and focuses initially on tokenised repo.
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thequint.comworld1 day ago
Former civil servant seeks court review of dismissal over ambassador vetting
Sir Olly Robbins has filed for a judicial review of his dismissal as permanent under-secretary of the FCDO. He argues the prime minister lacked authority and followed an unfair process. The union representing him called the decision a misunderstanding of security procedures.
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news.sky.comworld1 day ago
Home Secretary to Outline Legal Steps to Deport Released Rochdale Offender
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will detail measures Monday to remove Shabir Ahmed, convicted in 2012 of child sexual offences. Ahmed was released earlier this month but remains exempt from deportation under a 1971 law.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics1 day ago
Andy Burnham to Become UK Prime Minister on July 20
Miatta Fahnbulleh, an adviser to Andy Burnham, said she expects people at the bottom to have more money in their pockets under his government. Burnham is expected to be declared Labour leader next week before assuming the role.
The Independentpolitics4 days ago
UK to miss out on £600m in tax due to US exemption, says HMRC
HMRC estimates the United Kingdom will forgo about £600 million annually after the United States received an exemption from the global minimum tax agreement. The figures were released during a review by Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee.
world4 days ago
UK Research Labs Scale Back Projects After Spending Review
UK Research and Innovation must cut more than £160 million from planned research over four years due to spiraling costs. National laboratories face the largest reductions while particle physics and astronomy cuts were limited after lobbying. Overall R&D spending rises to £22.6 bi…
news.google.combusiness5 days ago
Over 580,000 Still to Register for UK Digital Tax Scheme as Deadline Nears, Though Sign-Ups Continue
GB News reported that 282,637 of 864,000 required taxpayers had registered for Making Tax Digital for Income Tax by May 20. The August 7 deadline approaches with no first-year penalties.
news.sky.comworld5 days ago
ADHD PIP Claims in England and Wales Exceed 100,000 After Rising 40% Since 2024
More than 100,000 people now receive Personal Independence Payments with ADHD as their main condition, up 40% since July 2024. Total PIP claims in England and Wales reached 4 million, while the working-age sickness and disability bill stands at £58 billion.
news.sky.combusiness5 days ago
UK Extends Sizewell B Nuclear Plant to 2055 with £800 Million Investment
Sizewell B will run until 2055 under a new deal between EDF and the UK government. The agreement includes £800 million in investment and a contract guaranteeing £70.50 per MWh from 2035.
The Independentpolitics5 days ago
Commons Committee Calls Starmer Appointment of Mandelson an Unmitigated Disaster
The Commons Foreign Affairs Committee issued a report criticizing Keir Starmer's appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to Washington. It highlighted failures in security vetting and unanswered questions about the process. The Independent reported the findings.
computerweekly.compolitics6 days ago
20 Groups Call for ICO Probe Over eVisa Data Errors
Twenty civil rights organizations urged an investigation into the Information Commissioner's Office after eVisa system errors led to personal data being shared with strangers. The letter also seeks publication of complaint figures tied to the Home Office digital visa rollout.
news.sky.compolitics6 days ago
Former NATO Chief Says UK Defence Plan Lacks Path to 3.5 Percent Target Despite £15 Billion Modernisation Increase
George Robertson criticised the government on July 7 for failing to outline how Britain will reach the NATO 3.5 percent core defence target. He forecast a cool reception from allies when Prime Minister Keir Starmer attends the Ankara summit this week.
news.sky.compolitics6 days ago
Inquiry Found MI5 Failed to Act on Agent X Warnings but Agency Later Changed Policies and Paid Compensation
A secret 2024 inspection by the Investigatory Powers Commissioner’s Office identified serious failings in MI5’s handling of Agent X. The agency knew of the informant’s threats against his girlfriend and interest in extreme violence yet continued to deploy him.
gamesindustry.bizbusiness7 days ago
UK Committee Says Government Response to Small-Business Proposals Accepts Six of 36 Recommendations
The Business and Trade Committee told government ministers to rethink their reply to proposals for supporting small firms. It accepted only six of 36 recommendations and called for a revised plan within two months.
gamesindustry.bizpolitics8 days ago
UK Government to Lay Statutory Instrument for Infected Blood Compensation This Week, with Some Campaigner Concerns Remaining
The measure would enable the Infected Blood Compensation Authority to begin payments from a £12.8 billion fund. More than 30,000 people were infected and over 3,000 died in the scandal between the 1970s and early 1990s. Labour MPs have raised concerns about access rules and fairn…
benzinga.comfinance8 days ago
UK Benefits Fraud from Undisclosed Assets Hits Record £1.325 Billion
Claimants concealed savings and extracted £1.325 billion from the welfare system last year, up more than a third from 2021-22. Universal Credit accounted for £1.04 billion of the losses.
news.sky.compolitics10 days ago
Royal Navy Tests Nyan One Way Effector Drone Launch from Ship
The Royal Navy launched a pre-programmed Nyan One Way Effector drone from the XV Patrick Blackett off England's south coast. GB News reported the trial involved joint Army and Navy personnel as part of the Defence Investment Plan.
news.sky.compolitics10 days ago
Andy Burnham Unveils Decade-Long Devolution Strategy as Labour Leadership Front-Runner
GB News reported that Andy Burnham presented plans to overhaul the Westminster system. The announcement follows Sir Keir Starmer's resignation and positions Burnham to potentially enter Downing Street by July 20. Projections estimate total costs exceeding £250 billion.
channel4.comtechnology11 days ago
UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy and department to stop posting on X
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy announced that she and her department are leaving X. The move follows the attorney general's office decision last month and comes amid concerns over platform content.
BBC Newspolitics11 days ago
British government apologises for forced adoptions of 185,000 babies
The prime minister issued a formal apology in Parliament for the state's role in historical forced adoptions. Support services will be established and campaigners met officials ahead of the statement.
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gamesindustry.bizworld12 days ago
UK government to issue formal apology for forced adoptions
The prime minister will deliver a formal apology in Parliament on Thursday for the state's role in the historical practice. Campaigners have pressed for the statement after a parliamentary inquiry recommended urgent action.
news.sky.comworld12 days ago
UK shields Lower Thames Crossing from cuts while scaling back other road and energy schemes for defence boost
The UK government confirmed Tuesday that the £11bn Lower Thames Crossing will proceed despite cuts to other road and energy projects. The move supports a £15bn increase in defence spending announced by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.
abcnews.go.compolitics12 days ago
Leaked 2022 Dossier by Christopher Steele Alleges Lord Mandelson Was Russian Contact but Provides No Proof of Knowing Cooperation
GB News reported that a 2022 dossier compiled by Christopher Steele claims Lord Mandelson was regarded as a privileged Russian intelligence contact for more than three decades. The report does not allege he knowingly engaged in espionage. Mandelson has denied the claims.
channel4.comworld12 days ago
England Schools Must Fund Part of Teacher Pay Rises
The Department for Education will require schools to cover the first 1% of teacher pay awards. The National Education Union said it is considering a strike ballot in response.
channel4.compolitics12 days ago
UK Defense Plan Shows £4.7 Billion Spending Gap
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the next UK budget can cover a £4.7 billion shortfall identified in the defense investment plan released Tuesday. The plan outlines future military spending needs.
thecanary.coworld13 days ago
Motability Scheme Adds VAT on Top-Ups and Sets Mileage Caps From July 2026
New VAT and Insurance Premium Tax rules took effect July 1, 2026 for most Motability leases ordered after that date. The changes follow Chancellor Rachel Reeves' 2025 Autumn Budget overhaul projected to raise £1 billion over five years. Motability removed luxury vehicles and over…
gamesindustry.bizpolitics13 days ago
UK government to redirect £700 million from road projects to defence spending
The government will cancel selected road schemes to contribute £700 million toward a £15 billion defence funding increase. Two regional members of parliament expressed disappointment over the changes.
winnipegfreepress.comworld13 days ago
UK Publishes Defence Investment Plan Allocating £270 Billion Over Four Years
The government released its defence investment plan on 30 June 2026, adding £15 billion to reach a £270 billion total. Spending will rise to £80 billion annually by 2029 and 2.7 percent of GDP by 2030.
news.sky.compolitics14 days ago
Survey finds 6% of UK households moved due to anti-social behaviour
A YouGov poll for Resolve charity found 6% of households have relocated because of anti-social behaviour, while 28% said it made them feel unsafe. More than one million incidents are logged annually.
news.sky.comfinance14 days ago
Pension Credit Applications Fell 36 Percent Year Over Year While Payment Rates Rise in April 2026
GB News reported a sharp decline in Pension Credit claims based on DWP data analyzed by Which?. Applications dropped from 326,842 to 209,735 over the latest 12-month period.
The Independentpolitics14 days ago
UK government to appoint national maternity commissioner after review finds care failures
The government announced plans to name a national maternity commissioner following a review that documented repeated shortcomings in NHS maternity services. The review examined input from more than 450 families and over 9,000 staff members across 12 trusts.
indianexpress.comworld15 days ago
UK Drops Type 83 Destroyer Plan, Will Build Six Drone Vessels Instead
The government will cancel the Type 83 destroyer replacement and fund at least six Common Combat Vessels instead. The shift was announced on 28 June 2026 as part of a refreshed defence investment plan.
channel4.comworld15 days ago
Louise Haigh Proposes Raising Capital Gains Tax Rates and Easing Fiscal Rules
Louise Haigh called for capital gains tax rates to rise toward income tax levels and for the National Wealth Fund to borrow outside fiscal rules. Her essay in the Renewal journal also urged removal of the Treasury growth mandate.
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New Scientistscience16 days ago
UK Prime Minister Tells Tech Firms to Block Explicit Images on Devices Used by Children or Face New Law
Keir Starmer called on Apple and Google to extend existing nudity-detection tools to all apps and cameras. The government said it will legislate if companies do not comply within the deadline.
news.google.compolitics16 days ago
Admiral Urges Wartime Stance for Next UK Prime Minister
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said the UK's next leader must operate almost like a wartime prime minister and meet a 3.5% GDP defense target by 2035. The remarks came as the government readies its Defence Investment Plan before a July NATO summit.
theweek.comworld17 days ago
Sovereign Grant Report 2025/26 Keeps King as Supreme Governor While Adding Multi-Faith Language
Buckingham Palace released the annual financial review with updated wording on the monarch's role. The document shifts from prior phrasing that called the King Head of the Church of England and Defender of the Faith.
news.sky.comworld17 days ago
Home Secretary Restricts Minister's Document Access
The home secretary has limited an immigration minister's access to government documents after he published an article on visa policy. Downing Street said the prime minister is reviewing the situation.
thecanary.coworld18 days ago
King Charles Paid £12.9 Million in Tax for 2024-25 Tax Year
King Charles disclosed a £12.9 million tax payment for 2024-25, the first such revelation by a British monarch in modern times. Prince William paid £7.76 million over the same period. The figures appear in the annual royal report and accounts.
order-order.comworld18 days ago
Home Office Plans to House 3,750 More Asylum Seekers at Three Former Military Sites
The Home Office plans to accommodate up to 3,750 asylum seekers at three Ministry of Defence sites in Oxfordshire, Suffolk and North Yorkshire if planning permission is granted. Twenty additional hotels closed on 25 June 2026, leaving 170 still in use.
Newsweekworld18 days agoUpdated
King Charles III Paid More Than £30 Million in Taxes Since 2022 as Monarchy Receives £132 Million Public Grant
King Charles III has paid more than £30 million in personal income taxes since ascending the throne in September 2022. The disclosure marks the first time a reigning British monarch has released such details publicly.
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news.sky.combusiness19 days agoUpdated
UK Begins Building £750 Million National Supercomputer Near Edinburgh After Funding Was Reinstated
Work has started on the new national supercomputer at a site near Penicuik in Midlothian. The £750 million system, hosted by the University of Edinburgh and owned by UK Research and Innovation, is scheduled to be ready for use in spring 2028.
channel4.combusiness20 days ago
Chancellor selects economist to lead UK budget office
The Chancellor has chosen a former central bank official to chair the Office for Budget Responsibility. The appointment follows the December resignation of the previous chairman.
france24.comsports21 days ago
British Athletes Back Northern Bid to Host Future Games
Current and former Olympians and Paralympians have signed a statement supporting a proposed north of England bid. The athletes cite existing venues and a multi-city format as reasons the region could stage the event.
citizen.co.zapolitics23 days ago
Keir Starmer Prepares to Announce Resignation This Week
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is preparing to announce his resignation and set out a timetable for departure from No. 10 Downing Street this week, according to The Observer.
news.sky.comscience23 days ago
UK to station specialist wildfire teams in five regions with £97 million equipment upgrade
The government will station new rapid-response units in Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Northumberland, London and South Wales by the end of June. The package is the largest upgrade to National Resilience vehicles and equipment in two decades.
citizen.co.zapolitics23 days ago
More Than 360,000 People Yet to Switch to Universal Credit Ahead of June 30 Deadline
The Department for Work and Pensions issued fresh guidance on the transition from legacy benefits. Some vulnerable claimants will be exempt from the June 30 deadline.
BBC Newstechnology24 days ago
UK Information Commissioner Resigns After Workplace Investigation Finds Misconduct
John Edwards stepped down Friday after an independent probe found his conduct fell short of standards expected of a public official. Science Secretary Liz Kendall cited evidence of vulgar language in interactions with staff.
valuewalk.comworld25 days ago
UK to Require Legally Binding Home-Sale Agreements and Seller Packs by 2029
England and Wales will require earlier binding contracts and seller disclosure packs. The government says the changes will cut average buyer costs by £650.
keeptalkinggreece.compolitics27 days ago
UK Civil Servants Played Grand Theft Auto in Taxpayer-Funded Research Project
Civil servants at the Department for Education joined members of the public in online Grand Theft Auto sessions during work hours as part of a research project run by Policy Lab. The unit conducted the sessions in late 2024 to gather participant perspectives through unconventiona…
thecanary.coworld27 days ago
Wes Streeting Says Labour Leadership Race Must Avoid Costly Pledges
The former health secretary told an audience in central London he would not make promises he would later reverse. He said he has the 81 MP nominations needed to trigger a contest.
The Guardianpolitics30 days ago
UK Cabinet Ministers Asked to Find Departmental Savings for Defence Spending Rise
Cabinet ministers have been directed to identify additional funds within their departments to support higher defence spending. The request follows the resignation of the former defence secretary and comes ahead of a NATO summit deadline.
thehindu.combusiness30 days ago
UK Plans to Count Natural Free Sugars in Breakfast-Cereal Health Ratings
The government is consulting on changes to the nutrient profiling model that would count naturally occurring free sugars. Industry and consumer groups have responded with data on past reformulation and historical sugar levels.
middleeasteye.netbusiness31 days ago
Former defence secretary pushed UK to join defence investment bank
John Healey advocated for the United Kingdom to join an international bank aimed at funding defence projects. Treasury officials reportedly resisted the proposal while seeking alternative funding options with other countries.
thecanary.coworld31 days ago
UK Considers Social Media Ban for Under-16s After 116,211 Consultation Responses
The government is reviewing options including a possible ban for under-16s. A charity says evidence does not support an Australia-style prohibition.
indianexpress.compolitics32 days ago
Two Defence Ministers Resign Over Spending Plan
Armed Forces minister Al Carns resigned hours after defence secretary John Healey left the government over the defence investment plan. Both cited insufficient funding and delays in the plan.
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hrw.orgpolitics33 days ago
UK Government Announces Immigration Enforcement Surge in Northern Ireland After Belfast Attack and Unrest
The government said it will expand operations to detain and remove illegal migrants after unrest in Belfast. The plan reallocates existing funds to increase raids and round-the-clock coverage at ports and transport hubs.
The Independenttechnology33 days ago
Britain Driving Test Pass Rate Reaches Five-Year High in May
The pass rate for driving tests conducted in May rose to 51.4 per cent, the highest level since May 2021. Officials have tightened booking rules to reduce backlogs and limit reselling of slots.
finance33 days ago
UK to Finalise Limited Tariff Exemptions for Some Steel Imports While Doubling Duties and Cutting Quotas
The government is meeting steel trading groups this week to finalise exemptions from new 50% tariffs and quota cuts set to begin 1 July.
The Independentpolitics34 days ago
UK Government Signals Tax Increases to Fund Defence Spending Plan
The chancellor indicated taxes may rise to cover higher defence outlays after ruling out additional borrowing. The Defence Investment Plan is scheduled for release before next month’s NATO summit.
citizen.co.zaworld34 days ago
Prison Watchdog Report Highlights Overcrowding and Violence as New Government Warns System Near Collapse
An independent monitoring board report describes unsanitary conditions, drug-related violence and limited access to medical care and education across the prison estate. The findings come as the government maintains early-release measures introduced in 2024.