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Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief warnsWed 12th Aug 2026 07:52 BST
Early release scheme risks more serious crimes, probation chief warns

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 againTue 11th Aug 2026 22:00 BST
Woman assaulted by double murderer says nightmare became 'real life' when police let him attack again

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.

UK to get best eclipse since 1999 as Moon blocks out Sun across EuropeWed 12th Aug 2026 00:17 BST
UK to get best eclipse since 1999 as Moon blocks out Sun across Europe

Up to 96% of the Sun will be covered by the Moon in the UK, while parts of Spain, Greenland, Iceland, Portugal and Russia will see a total eclipse.

Burnham to chair Cobra meeting on extreme heat as temperatures surge againWed 12th Aug 2026 06:49 BST
Burnham to chair Cobra meeting on extreme heat as temperatures surge again

The Government will meet to discuss this summer's record-breaking heat as the tally for days above 30C in the UK is broken.

Military still risks failing victims, leaked MoD report findsWed 12th Aug 2026 07:32 BST
Military still risks failing victims, leaked MoD report finds

A leaked internal review warns of concerns about a new unit investigating the most serious crimes.

PM admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further supportWed 12th Aug 2026 05:13 BST
PM admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further support

The PM has announced a rake of measures to help people since taking office three weeks ago.

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