politics
No evidence Reform broke electoral law, watchdog says
The Electoral Commission says it has not identified evidence of rule-breaking in Farage’s campaign for his Clacton constituency. Source link
Trail hunting to be banned as part of new animal welfare strategy
The government says the practice is being used as a “smokescreen” for the hunting of wild animals. Source link
Call for time limits on public inquiries as costs soar
MSPs have recommended changes as they revealed almost £260m has been spent on Scotland’s public inquiries since 2007. Source link
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