Fury after race report accused of ‘putting a positive spin on slavery’
The government's race report argued that institutional racism does not exist in Britain.
Met Police officer investigated over multiple rape allegations
The officer was reportedly not charged, and has not been suspended - but faces a misconduct hearing more than three years after the allegations were first reported.
Boris Johnson’s top Black aide resigns amid race report fallout
Samuel Kasumu told colleagues of his decision to leave yesterday morning.
Sunak claims there ‘wasn’t a clear-cut case’ for September circuit break
In an interview with Robert Peston, the chancellor said all of the decisions taken are “ultimately” ones Boris Johnson makes.
Give me a second chance, Shamima Begum pleads
Begum's plea came as Joe Biden urged America’s western allies to repatriate foreign fighters and their families from Syria.
‘Complete nonsense’ that UK is not institutionally racist, academic says
Meanwhile critics hit out at Downing Street's choice to lead the commission, suggesting the report could not be "objective".
New Zealand raises minimum wage – and hikes taxes on the rich
The changes will be rolled out on Thursday, alongside smaller increases in unemployment and sickness benefits.
Cressida Dick claims ‘social media pile-on’ damaged confidence in police after Clapham vigil
The Met chief said critics of the police handling of the Sarah Everard vigil spoke “without knowing the facts".
Watch – ‘Do the rules still work?’ Blistering Maitlis takes on Arcuri and Greensill Tory scandals
In her introduction on Tuesday, the Newsnight host asked why politicians are no longer held to account.