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A man who killed his cellmate while in custody awaiting trial had his sentence extended after the Solicitor General intervened.

Ofsted has today announced plans to reform inspections of local authorities’ children’s services across 2026 and 2027.

Standards will see all drivers, vehicles and operators subject to robust checks and requirements on safety and accessibility across the UK.

Agreement reached with key stakeholders on the unfair dismissal elements of the Employment Rights Bill.

More than 30 cyber recruits graduate from Defence Cyber Academy

For the department, the Budget brings the prospect of thousands of new homes, new powers for Mayors, hundreds more planners and major invest

Joint statement on behalf of France, Germany, Italy and the UK on the situation in the West Bank

Deputy Ambassador James Ford recalls the vital contribution of media freedom to security in the OSCE region, and calls on Russia, Belarus an

Billpayers to benefit from an average of £150 off the costs of energy bills.

New system for local plan development launches early 2026, introducing a 30-month process, three gateways, and digital-first requirements.