politics
Foreign prison officers exempted from stricter visa rules
It follows warnings some jails were facing a staffing crisis after salary requirements were raised. Source link
Watchdog hits out at potential local election delays
The Electoral Commission says postponing council elections further risks “damaging public confidence”. Source link
Government data stolen in hack, minister confirms
The trade minister says information was accessed and an investigation has been launched. Source link
Farage will not face police inquiry into spending
It comes despite a former aide claiming Reform UK overspent on Farage’s election campaign. Source link
Elections face further delays over councils shake-up
The prospect of further suspensions to local polls has triggered a blame game between the parties. Source link
'Secret bugging' of SNP MSP unacceptable – Swinney
The first minister has responded to reports of a staff member recording an SNP member they worked for. Source link
Track UK's latest migration numbers – including asylum, visas and small boats
Use our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK Source link
Ajax trial paused after soldier falls ill in another vehicle
Twenty-three vehicles were already taken out of use after soldiers fell ill from noise and vibration. Source link
Farmers 'bewildered and frightened' over inheritance tax, report finds
A government-commissioned report into farm profitability says farmers fear what the future might hold. Source link
Bomb disposal robot destroys Labour MPs' Christmas cards
Remnants of Christmas cards intended for Labour MPs and constituency offices were found at the site. Source link