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Storm Austen struck Britain with gusts up to 80 mph, triggering widespread power outages, school closures and flood warnings across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. The Met Office warned that a second storm, Boelo, is expected to hit within 24 hours, prompting further amber alerts.
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The British energy minister is expected to reject the Rosebank oil development, citing export concerns, as the government grapples with protests over the recently approved Jackdaw gas field. The decision comes at a pivotal moment for the UK’s North Sea industry and its climate commitments.
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Chancellor John Healey has outlined a series of budget proposals that would levy new taxes on family‑owned businesses and high‑street lenders to address a projected £35 billion Treasury shortfall. The plan has sparked debate among industry groups, opposition politicians and the public ahead of the autumn budget.
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The National Health Service has terminated fifteen employees after they improperly accessed medical files of patients injured in the 2023 Nottingham stabbing. A later report indicated four additional dismissals and dozens of warnings, highlighting ongoing concerns over data security.
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An ITV News undercover sting captured a Reform UK candidate using racist language about Labour MP David Lammy, and Nigel Farage is criticised for not taking disciplinary action. The Prime Minister and Labour leaders have called for swift sanctions, while Farage has dismissed the investigation as a partisan spy operation.
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The United Kingdom's economy saw an unexpected growth of 0.1% in August, surpassing forecasts for the period. This development provides a timely boost for Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her inaugural Budget.
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Finance Minister Jeremy Healey announced that the latest UK budget will deliver a slate of tax cuts and other fiscal incentives without increasing public debt. The funding plan relies on higher tax receipts, wage growth and re‑allocation of existing resources, drawing praise from some economists and criticism from retailers.
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Labour candidate Chris Whitton won the Holborn and St Pancras parliamentary by‑election, defeating Green Party leader Zack Polanski. Polanski, who faced criticism over a party motion on Zionism, said he will stay on as leader despite the defeat.
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The NHS waiting list has risen for the fourth time in five months, reaching 7.37 million – the highest level since 2025 – despite record numbers of treatments. Growing A&E and ambulance demand signal mounting winter strain on the health service.
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Norwegian energy group Equinor said the United Kingdom risks losing future investment unless it approves two major North Sea oil projects. The warning comes amid a clash between energy security goals and climate‑policy pressure.
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Kemi Badenoch said the government’s new air‑defence programme, branded Britannia Shield, is tailored to British threats and not a replica of Israel’s Iron Dome. The Conservatives have pledged £10 billion for the system, prompting scrutiny over cost and capability.
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The Metropolitan Police has handed a comprehensive investigation file to the Crown Prosecution Service, urging corporate manslaughter charges against Kensington and Chelsea Council and other parties linked to the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire. The move could see more than 50 individuals and 20 firms face prosecution nine years after the tragedy.