Asylum Backlog Rises To Record High – Figures
The asylum backlog in the UK has risen to a new record high, Home Office figures show. More than 175,000 people were waiting for a decision on whether they will…
Asylum-Seekers Removed From Controversial UK Barge After Bacteria Discovered
Asylum-seekers have been removed from a controversial barge in southern England after Legionella bacteria was discovered in the water – days after experts warned of the risk of infection. Thirty-nine…
The Coronation May Have Passed Off Peacefully. But Eurovision Could Be A Bigger Headache
Britain’s security services are quietly relieved that the coronation of King Charles III passed without major incident – save for some accusations of heavy-handed policing. But a second big event this month is causing…
King And Queen Say Thanks For ‘Glorious Occasion’
King Charles and Queen Camilla, crowned in a lavish, historic ceremony on Saturday, were “deeply touched” by the day’s events, Buckingham Palace said. The royal couple were “profoundly grateful” to…
Met Police Shoot Dead Two Dogs And Taser Man In Poplar
The Metropolitan Police has defended its handling of an incident in which two dogs were shot dead and a man was Tasered. The force said it was called just after…
What Is The Good Friday Agreement? How A Historic Deal Ended The Troubles In Northern Ireland
US President Joe Biden will visit Belfast, Northern Ireland, this week to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement (GFA), a peace deal that brought an end to decades of sectarian violence on the island of Ireland known as “the Troubles.”…
Genesis Market: Popular Cybercrime Website Shut Down By Police
One of the world’s biggest criminal marketplaces used by online fraudsters to buy passwords has been closed down in a global law enforcement crackdown. Genesis Market sold login details, IP…
UK Pushes A New Migrant Law Slammed As Racist, Illegal And Unworkable
The UK government this week introduced proposed legislation that it couldn’t say for certain complies with international law, its latest attempt to put a stop to migrant boats crossing the English…
Seven Months After He Left Office, Britain Is Still Reeling From Boris Johnson
Seven months since he announced his resignation as prime minister of the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson’s shadow still looms large over the ruling Conservative party. Despite being forced from office in disgrace and presiding…
Labour Accuse Tories Of Spending Sprees On Hotels, Dining And Gifts
Labour has accused the Conservative government of overseeing “lavish spending” on hotels, hospitality and other costs using taxpayer-funded debit cards. The bills have been highlighted in a Labour study of…