politics
Chinese mega embassy could bring security advantages, says No 10
Some believe China’s mega-embassy could be a hub for espionage in the heart of London. Source link
Army fixing 6,000 support trucks grounded over safety issues
Defence Minister Luke Pollard tells MPs fixing safety issues when they are reported is standard practice. Source link
Government plans to scrap some jury trials
The BBC’s Henry Zeffman breaks down government plans to scrap Jury trials in England and Wales, for crimes that carry a likely sentence of less than three years. Source link
Ex-ballerina and former minister in race to be next Lord Speaker
Deborah Bull and Michael Forsyth are the two candidates standing to replace Lord McFall of Alcluith. Source link
Plaid Cymru confirms budget talks with Welsh Labour
Talks focus on NHS and councils as Plaid says it is ready to get Wales out of a “hole made by Labour”. Source link
Ex-Reform MP Rupert Lowe sets up party
Great Yarmouth First will represent needs of the town only, says founder Rupert Lowe. Source link
Reeves did not mislead on challenges facing UK ahead of Budget, says OBR official
Prof David Miles tells MPs the messaging given by the chancellor was “not inconsistent” with the situation she faced. Source link
UK criticises Gaza aid delays as tents take year to arrive
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said the situation remains “dire” as the United Nations warned 1.5 million people are in need of urgent shelter. Source link
What scrapping the two-child benefit cap means
Politics South reporter Emily Hudson explains the two-child benefit cap and why it was scrapped. Source link
Man cleared of harassing Sir Ed Davey and family
A magistrate was not satisfied Inigo Rowland’s behaviour, although unwelcome, was criminal. Source link