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30 Oct 2026

More prisoners recalled to jail than released in England and Wales

More people were recalled to jails in England and Wales in the first half of this year than were released, despite government efforts to reduce the…[more...]

30 Oct 2026

Budget suggests real-terms cuts to public services, IFS warns

Some public services will see real-terms cuts in next year's Spending Review, after the Institute for Fiscal Studies warned the Budget showed plans for overall departmental… [more...]

28 Oct 2026

Police officers report high levels of stress and inadequate wellbeing support

More than three-quarters of police officers experienced stress, low mood or anxiety in the past year, with new survey findings raising concerns about workforce wellbeing, pay… [more...]

27 Oct 2026

Dozens awaiting trial for serious offences freed on bail

At least 36 people awaiting trial for gang-related shootings and firearms offences in London have been freed on bail, The Times has learnt.
The suspects,… [more...]

27 Oct 2026

Council tax arrears climbing by £1,500 a minute, think tank warns

Unpaid council tax in England grew by £782m in 2025/26, lifting total arrears to £7.4bn, according to analysis by the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ).
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