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UK economy grows at fastest rate for more than two yearsThu 12th Nov 2026 11:20 GMT
UK economy grows at fastest rate for more than two years

The UK economy grew by 0.7% in the three months to September, according to official figures.

Some under-25s should get fewer benefits, Milburn review to sayThu 12th Nov 2026 17:32 GMT
Some under-25s should get fewer benefits, Milburn review to say

The proposed radical overhaul of the welfare system would move under-25s off the main sickness benefits.

Can Burnham avoid another Labour welfare rebellion?Thu 12th Nov 2026 18:21 GMT
Can Burnham avoid another Labour welfare rebellion?

Any revolt among MPs is likely to be smaller than the one that badly damaged Keir Starmer's government.

Some childhood offenders may no longer have to reveal convictions to employersThu 12th Nov 2026 17:24 GMT
Some childhood offenders may no longer have to reveal convictions to employers

The proposals would change how crimes committed by children are disclosed to bosses in England and Wales.

Teenage girl admits murder in row over boyThu 12th Nov 2026 17:54 GMT
Teenage girl admits murder in row over boy

Kayla Smith, 18, pleads guilty to the murder of Chloe Watson Dransfield, who she stabbed to death.

Poundland gets more time to secure a rescue deal as emergency talks continueThu 12th Nov 2026 14:29 GMT
Poundland gets more time to secure a rescue deal as emergency talks continue

A deadline to secure a buyer was set to expire at midnight, but the retailer now has an extra 10 days to find a buyer.

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