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El Chapo’s sons negotiating plea deal with US government, lawyer confirms
Ovidio Guzmán and Joaquín Guzmán López may become cooperating witnesses in case against drug lord El Mayo. Two of drug lord Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán Loera’s sons have confirmed they are ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
UK government not considering Scottish visa to attract migrants
Sir Keir Starmer has been urged to transfer powers to the Scottish government to help address labour shortages.Top stories - BBC News - October 16 -
UK government to launch HS2 review as costs spiral
Transport secretary Louise Haigh says delivery of rail link project has been ‘dire’Business - Financial Times - October 20 -
Calls for UK government to discuss siblings' return
Sara’s five siblings have been in Pakistan since the defendants travelled with them in August 2023.Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
Extra £1.7bn for Welsh government in UK Budget
The chancellor also announces cash for coal tip safety and green hydrogen projects in Wales.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Reeves confirms change to UK fiscal rules to help fund £20bn of annual investment
Chancellor promises in FT to avoid ‘falls in public sector investment’ planned by ToriesBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Treasury confirms plans for inflation-busting rise in UK social housing rents
Rachel Reeves also announces £500mn cash boost to promote building of affordable homesBusiness - Financial Times - October 25 -
How could Trump allies challenge the US election result?
Former president refused to concede defeat in 2020 and there are signs he could do it againWorld - Financial Times - October 30 -
UK regulator approves second Alzheimer's drug in months but government won't pay for it
Britain’s drug regulator approved the Alzheimer’s drug Kisunla on Wednesday, but the government won’t be paying for it after an independent watchdog agency said the treatment isn’t worth the cost ...Health - ABC News - October 23 -
UK regulator approves second Alzheimer's drug in months but government won't pay for it
Britain’s drug regulator approved the Alzheimer’s drug Kisunla on Wednesday, but the government won’t be paying for it after an independent watchdog agency said the treatment isn’t worth the cost ...World - ABC News - October 23 -
UK visa process for AI experts should be streamlined, says government adviser
Recommendations from Matt Clifford on boosting the tech industry also include special zones for data centresBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
UK government aims to ban smoking outside schools and hospitals
New legislation would cover children’s playgrounds, but pub gardens win reprieve after industry objectionsBusiness - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
Amazingly, there is more to say about the UK government’s £3.8mn wine cellar
Government Hospitality Wine Cellar 3: Revenge of the MandarinWorld - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
UK government launches new AI safety platform for businesses
Science and tech secretary Peter Kyle wants country to be global leader in testing safety of new technologyWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
UK government pledges better treatment of people with autism and learning disabilities
Long-awaited mental health bill will end use of prison cells for people experiencing severe mental illnessWorld - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
UK government explores privately funded Birmingham-Manchester rail link
Mayors argue new train line is needed after northern leg of HS2 was axed on cost groundsWorld - Financial Times - Yesterday -
UK government looks at ending Gove ban on councils opening new schools
Education secretary Bridget Phillipson says Tories had ‘tunnel vision’ about promoting academiesBusiness - Financial Times - 14 hours ago -
UK government should consider suing Post Office ex-directors over scandal, says Alan Bates
Victim of Horizon IT scandal says former executives failed in their dutiesBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
Employment rights bill will cost firms £5bn per year but benefits will justify costs, government says – UK politics live
Analysis from business and trade department says bill will significantly strengthen workers’ right. In the past the weirdest budget tradition was the convention that the chancellor is allowed to ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Taxes, spending and borrowing all higher as the new Labour government seeks to 'rebuild' the UK
British Treasury chief Rachel Reeves says taxes will rise by $52 billion to plug a hole in the public finances and provide new funding for the U.K.‘s cash-starved public services, as she announced ...World - ABC News - October 30 -
UK borrowing costs soar day after Labour government unveiled tax-raising budget
U.K. bond yields spiked sharply Thursday after the ruling Labour Party unveiled a sweeping package of tax hikes and increased borrowing.Business - CNBC - October 31 -
The Guardian view on Trump’s planet-wrecking plans: the UK government’s resolve will be tested | Editorial
The new president’s disruptive policies will challenge Sir Keir Starmer’s green goals. But with strong leadership he could enhance Britain’s global influence. Donald Trump ’s electoral earthquake ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
‘The UK should know what their government is supporting’: the Israeli and Palestinian film-makers shining a light on West Bank violence
No Other Land has won its directors awards – but also forced them to leave their families facing the dangers depicted . The Palestinian and Israeli makers of an award-winning film about land ...World - The Guardian - 1 hour ago -
FirstFT: Partner pay at US law firms hits record levels
Also in today’s newsletter, US backs huge lithium mine and Canada cuts immigration programmeWorld - Financial Times - October 25 -
Why Georgia’s EU future is on the ballot in historic parliament vote
Also in this newsletter: Russian migrant-smuggling ring bustedWorld - Financial Times - October 25 -
New football regulator to be given power to tackle controversial 'parachute payments'
"Strengthened" legislation to establish an independent football regulator for the elite men's game in England is set to be introduced to parliament by the government.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
Pokémon maker confirms it was victim of hack
The makers of the hit video game series confirm their servers were accessed by hackers over summer.Top stories - BBC News - October 14 -
‘Soft landing’ bets push US corporate spreads to lowest in almost 20 years
Fed cuts and robust economy spur ‘tremendous demand’ for US creditBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
Reeves looks to keep ‘stealth tax’ freeze on thresholds
Budget move on individual income could raise £7bn a year towards plugging £40bn fiscal shortfallBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
How can Rachel Reeves fill the UK’s £40bn Budget gap?
Chancellor’s options hemmed in by Labour election promises and NHS spendingBusiness - Financial Times - October 18 -
Israeli strikes on Iran kill four soldiers, Iran says
The IDF says it struck military sites in "precise and targeted" strikes early on Saturday.Top stories - BBC News - October 26 -
The Power of Government Policies
The U.S. has the capacity to address its biggest problems. Whether it does is a different matter.Top stories - The New York Times - October 17 -
Germany's Fractious Government Collapses
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed a pro-business party from his governing coalition, ending a three-year alliance marked by increasing internal dissent and political stasis.World - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago -
Kim Jones Is Leaving Fendi, LVMH Confirms
From fashion world rumor to reality, another industry shake-up.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 11