Politics
Ticket office closures consultation extended by five weeks after public backlash
The Rail Delivery Group said train operators have listened to feedback and are extending the consultation until September 1.
Government help for renters in stark contrast to homeowner support, PM told
An open letter signed by groups including Shelter, The Big Issue founder Lord Bird and Citizens Advice has been written to Rishi Sunak.
Test ‘refugee visa’ to curb Channel crossings, urges charity
The idea is one of a series put forward by the Refugee Council.
Rishi Sunak slammed for ‘desperate’ attack on Labour over asylum policy
The Prime Minister accused Labour of siding with ‘criminal gangs’ for opposing the Government’s crackdown on illegal migrants.
Plans to cut back on police attending mental health callouts
Ministers said it is up to police forces in England and Wales along with healthcare boards to work out when and how to put the changes into place.
Tottenham owner Joe Lewis indicted in the US for ‘brazen insider trading scheme’
The billionaire bought a controlling stake in the club in 2001 for £22 million.
Just Stop Oil pair jailed over bridge protest in bid to appeal against sentences
Morgan Trowland, 40, and Marcus Decker, 34, were previously found guilty of causing a public nuisance after scaling a bridge on the Dartford Crossing.
NatWest boss quits after admitting Farage leak to BBC
An emergency board meeting was called late on Tuesday night, with the announcement of Dame Alison Rose’s resignation coming a few hours later.
Rising temperatures ‘likely to be beneficial’ for Britain, says Lord Frost
The Tory peer has been accused of promoting “denialist tropes” and “right-wing conspiracy theories” in his speech.