BBC News:
| Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief warns | Wed 12th Aug 2026 09:57 BST |
The chief inspector of probation for England and Wales tells the BBC services are already under "unprecedented pressure". | |
| Woman assaulted by double murderer says nightmare became 'real life' when police let him attack again | Tue 11th Aug 2026 22:00 BST |
Serial sex offender Simon Levy went on to murder two women and rape a third after a series of disastrous decisions that left him free to roam the streets. | |
| Burnham to chair Cobra meeting on extreme heat as temperatures surge again | Wed 12th Aug 2026 09:08 BST |
The Government will meet to discuss this summer's record-breaking heat as the tally for days above 30C in the UK is broken. | |
| Serious failings found in new military crimes unit, leaked report finds | Wed 12th Aug 2026 07:32 BST |
A leaked internal review warns of concerns about a new unit investigating the most serious crimes. | |
| Scotland's public spending deficit falls as tax take rises | Wed 12th Aug 2026 11:28 BST |
Ministers have published the annual Government Expenditure and Revenue Scotland (Gers) report. | |
| PM admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further support | Wed 12th Aug 2026 05:13 BST |
The PM has announced a rake of measures to help people since taking office three weeks ago. | |


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