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The speech made by Andrew Griffith, the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, at Conservative Party conference.
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Andrew Griffith – 2026 Speech to Conservative Party Conference – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 5:05 PM
The speech made by Andrew Griffith, the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, at Conservative Party conference.
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The UK has called on the UN Human Rights Council to renew the mandate of its Fact Finding Mission investigating alleged abuses in Sudan.
It said the mission was essential for preserving evidence and supporting future accountability.
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It said the mission was essential for preserving evidence and supporting future accountability.
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NEWS STORY : UK Calls for Renewal of UN Fact Finding Mission Investigating Abuses in Sudan – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 4:53 PM
The UK has called on the UN Human Rights Council to renew the mandate of its Fact Finding Mission investigating alleged abuses in Sudan.
It said the mission was essential for preserving evidence and supporting future accountability.
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It said the mission was essential for preserving evidence and supporting future accountability.
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Pressure is growing on Zack Polanski following the resignation of Amnesty International UK board chair Sandy Ruthven from the Green Party.
Ruthven accused the party of failing to confront prejudice within its own ranks.
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Ruthven accused the party of failing to confront prejudice within its own ranks.
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NEWS STORY : Pressure Grows on Zack Polanski to Consider His Position Following Amnesty UK Chair’s Resignation – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Pressure is growing on Zack Polanski following the resignation of Amnesty International UK board chair Sandy Ruthven from the Green Party.
Ruthven accused the party of failing to confront prejudice within its own ranks.
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Ruthven accused the party of failing to confront prejudice within its own ranks.
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New contracts covering interpreting, British Sign Language and specialist communication support have come into force across courts and tribunals.
The Government says the arrangements will provide more consistent and reliable services.
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The Government says the arrangements will provide more consistent and reliable services.
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NEWS STORY : New Contracts Introduced to Improve Language Services Across Courts and Tribunals – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 4:40 PM
New contracts covering interpreting, British Sign Language and specialist communication support have come into force across courts and tribunals.
The Government says the arrangements will provide more consistent and reliable services.
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The Government says the arrangements will provide more consistent and reliable services.
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The Government has intervened in BT’s acquisition of TalkTalk amid concerns that any collapse of the company could disrupt vital telephone and broadband services.
The CMA has been asked to report by 19 October.
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The CMA has been asked to report by 19 October.
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NEWS STORY : Government Intervenes in BT Acquisition of TalkTalk Over Risks to Public Services – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 4:25 PM
The Government has intervened in BT’s acquisition of TalkTalk amid concerns that any collapse of the company could disrupt vital telephone and broadband services.
The CMA has been asked to report by 19 October.
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The CMA has been asked to report by 19 October.
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Lee Edwards and Craig Forshaw have each been jailed for 18 months after burgling a fish and chip shop and the home above it while the family attended a funeral. They stole £5,000 and phones containing irreplaceable family photographs and recordings.
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NEWS STORY : Lee Edwards and Craig Forshaw Jailed for Burglary Committed During Family Funeral – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Lee Edwards and Craig Forshaw have each been jailed for 18 months after burgling a fish and chip shop and the home above it while the family attended a funeral. They stole £5,000 and phones containing irreplaceable family photographs and recordings.
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The head of Jewish Greens is considering leaving the party after members backed a motion equating Zionism with racism. The vote has also intensified criticism of Zack Polanski, who was absent while campaigning in Holborn and St Pancras.
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NEWS STORY : Green Party Crisis Deepens as Head of Jewish Greens Considers Quitting Over ‘Zionism Is Racism’ Vote – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 10:47 AM
The head of Jewish Greens is considering leaving the party after members backed a motion equating Zionism with racism. The vote has also intensified criticism of Zack Polanski, who was absent while campaigning in Holborn and St Pancras.
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The Government has abandoned plans to expand judge only trials in the Crown Court following opposition to the reforms. Juries will continue to hear serious cases, although complex fraud trials may still be decided by a judge alone.
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NEWS STORY : Government Abandons Wider Plans for Judge Only Crown Court Trials – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 10:33 AM
The Government has abandoned plans to expand judge only trials in the Crown Court following opposition to the reforms. Juries will continue to hear serious cases, although complex fraud trials may still be decided by a judge alone.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has launched a High Court challenge over police warrants used to search his homes following his arrest in February. Thames Valley Police says its investigation into suspected misconduct in public office remains ongoing.
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NEWS STORY : Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Launches High Court Challenge Over Police Search Warrants – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 9:44 AM
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has launched a High Court challenge over police warrants used to search his homes following his arrest in February. Thames Valley Police says its investigation into suspected misconduct in public office remains ongoing.
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Green councillor Kieran Dams has resigned as coordinator of his local Green Party following the adoption of the “Zionism is Racism” motion. He said he had received hundreds of abusive and threatening messages after speaking against the policy.
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NEWS STORY : Kieran Dams Resigns as Local Green Party Coordinator Following Zionism Vote – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 9:31 AM
Green councillor Kieran Dams has resigned as coordinator of his local Green Party following the adoption of the “Zionism is Racism” motion. He said he had received hundreds of abusive and threatening messages after speaking against the policy.
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The Green Party is facing internal division after members voted by 1,022 to 813 to adopt a motion declaring that Zionism should be treated as a form of racism. Four of its five MPs opposed the policy, while leader Zack Polanski missed the vote.
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NEWS STORY : Green Party Faces Internal Division After Members Back ‘Zionism Is Racism’ Motion – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 5, 2026 at 9:25 AM
The Green Party is facing internal division after members voted by 1,022 to 813 to adopt a motion declaring that Zionism should be treated as a form of racism. Four of its five MPs opposed the policy, while leader Zack Polanski missed the vote.
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BBC Three and BBC Scotland could reportedly move online as the BBC pursues savings of £500 million. Staff concerns have grown following the start of a voluntary redundancy process, although no decision has been confirmed.
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NEWS STORY : BBC Three and BBC Scotland Face Reported Online Only Future – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 2, 2026 at 10:08 AM
BBC Three and BBC Scotland could reportedly move online as the BBC pursues savings of £500 million. Staff concerns have grown following the start of a voluntary redundancy process, although no decision has been confirmed.
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VAT has been removed from domestic electricity bills across Great Britain. The Government estimates that the temporary reduction will take around £45 from the annual Ofgem price cap.
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NEWS STORY : VAT Cut on Household Electricity Bills Comes into Force – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 2, 2026 at 10:04 AM
VAT has been removed from domestic electricity bills across Great Britain. The Government estimates that the temporary reduction will take around £45 from the annual Ofgem price cap.
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An independent review found that former Travelodge chief executive Jo Boydell did not read an email sent by a sexual assault victim until more than three years after it was received.
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NEWS STORY : Former Travelodge Chief Executive Did Not Read Sexual Assault Victim’s Email for More Than Three Years – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 1, 2026 at 12:04 PM
An independent review found that former Travelodge chief executive Jo Boydell did not read an email sent by a sexual assault victim until more than three years after it was received.
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Angela Rayner has issued a statement following the latest developments in the Grenfell Tower investigation, reflecting on the continuing pursuit of truth, justice and accountability.
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Angela Rayner – 2026 Statement on Grenfell Tower – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 1, 2026 at 11:32 AM
Angela Rayner has issued a statement following the latest developments in the Grenfell Tower investigation, reflecting on the continuing pursuit of truth, justice and accountability.
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MPs have called for the BBC licence fee to be separated from television ownership and said the Government should consider a household levy in the longer term. The committee also recommended ending political appointments to the BBC board.
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NEWS STORY : MPs Call for BBC Licence Fee Reform and End to Political Board Appointments – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 1, 2026 at 11:14 AM
MPs have called for the BBC licence fee to be separated from television ownership and said the Government should consider a household levy in the longer term. The committee also recommended ending political appointments to the BBC board.
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A new duty of £2.20 per 10ml of vaping liquid has taken effect across the UK. Duty stamps will begin appearing on packaging, while travellers entering Great Britain can bring in up to 50ml for personal use without paying duty or tax.
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NEWS STORY : New £2.20 Vaping Products Duty Comes Into Force Across UK – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 1, 2026 at 11:09 AM
A new duty of £2.20 per 10ml of vaping liquid has taken effect across the UK. Duty stamps will begin appearing on packaging, while travellers entering Great Britain can bring in up to 50ml for personal use without paying duty or tax.
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More than 12,000 waste sites in England must now report every load they receive through a new digital tracking service. The Environment Agency will use the information to identify suspicious activity and investigate illegal waste operations.
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NEWS STORY : Government Launches Digital Waste Tracking System Across 12,000 Sites – UKPOL.CO.UK
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October 1, 2026 at 11:06 AM
More than 12,000 waste sites in England must now report every load they receive through a new digital tracking service. The Environment Agency will use the information to identify suspicious activity and investigate illegal waste operations.
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The Metropolitan Police has submitted its Grenfell Tower investigation files to the CPS, covering 54 individuals and 20 companies or organisations. Prosecutors will now decide whether criminal charges should be brought.
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NEWS STORY : Metropolitan Police Submit Grenfell Tower Investigation Files to CPS – UKPOL.CO.UK
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September 30, 2026 at 12:23 PM
The Metropolitan Police has submitted its Grenfell Tower investigation files to the CPS, covering 54 individuals and 20 companies or organisations. Prosecutors will now decide whether criminal charges should be brought.
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The British Chambers of Commerce has welcomed several measures outlined by Andy Burnham but said the Budget must unlock investment. It also called for more detail on Great British Grid and warned against making public control the default response to poor performance.
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NEWS STORY : British Chambers of Commerce Welcomes Business Signals in Andy Burnham’s Conference Speech – UKPOL.CO.UK
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September 30, 2026 at 11:03 AM
The British Chambers of Commerce has welcomed several measures outlined by Andy Burnham but said the Budget must unlock investment. It also called for more detail on Great British Grid and warned against making public control the default response to poor performance.
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Amnesty International and the Committee to Protect Journalists have called for a fresh investigation into the murder of reporter Martin O’Hagan, 25 years after he was shot dead in Lurgan.
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NEWS STORY : Amnesty International Calls for New Investigation into Murder of Martin O’Hagan – UKPOL.CO.UK
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September 30, 2026 at 10:48 AM
Amnesty International and the Committee to Protect Journalists have called for a fresh investigation into the murder of reporter Martin O’Hagan, 25 years after he was shot dead in Lurgan.
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Average parish and town council tax charges in England have doubled since 2013, according to research by the Adam Smith Institute, which is calling for limits on increases and stronger spending checks.
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NEWS STORY : Average Parish Council Tax Has Doubled Since 2013, Adam Smith Institute Research Finds – UKPOL.CO.UK
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September 30, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Average parish and town council tax charges in England have doubled since 2013, according to research by the Adam Smith Institute, which is calling for limits on increases and stronger spending checks.
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A Flydubai flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv has landed safely in Saudi Arabia after transmitting an emergency code indicating possible unlawful interference. Israeli officials later said they did not believe the aircraft had been hijacked.
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NEWS STORY : Flydubai Flight Diverted Following Potential Hijacking Alert – UKPOL.CO.UK
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September 30, 2026 at 10:28 AM
A Flydubai flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv has landed safely in Saudi Arabia after transmitting an emergency code indicating possible unlawful interference. Israeli officials later said they did not believe the aircraft had been hijacked.
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Andy Burnham has said the UK should consider options ranging from retaining the current Brexit settlement to rejoining the European Union, with the Government expected to outline its assessment around the November UK and EU summit.
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NEWS STORY : Andy Burnham Says UK Should Consider Rejoining European Union – UKPOL.CO.UK
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September 30, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Andy Burnham has said the UK should consider options ranging from retaining the current Brexit settlement to rejoining the European Union, with the Government expected to outline its assessment around the November UK and EU summit.
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The Government has announced £79 million for locally led nature restoration, including funding to plant up to 500,000 trees and support environmental projects across England.
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NEWS STORY : Government Announces £79 Million for Local Nature Restoration – UKPOL.CO.UK
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September 30, 2026 at 10:18 AM
The Government has announced £79 million for locally led nature restoration, including funding to plant up to 500,000 trees and support environmental projects across England.
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