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07 May 2026

Police boss to fund more private security patrols

Police and crime commissioner (PCC) Rupert Matthews has set out plans to deploy private security patrols in towns across Leicestershire and Rutland.
Matthews said he…[more...]

01 May 2026

Biggest shake up in decades to tackle local crime

Biggest crime-fighting shake up in decades as police gain new powers to tackle local crime as the landmark Crime and Policing Bill receives Royal Assent. [more...]

01 May 2026

Government announces £25m funding for Jewish community security after Golders Green attack

A further £25 million will be invested to increase security for Jewish communities after the suspected terror attack in north London, the Government has said.
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30 Apr 2026

Interest rates held at 3.75% as Bank of England hints of future rises over Iran war

There’s no great surprise in that decision by the Bank of England to hold interest rates at 3.75% – it was widely predicted by analysts.
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30 Apr 2026

Half of convenience shops linked to criminal gangs in UK hotspots

Up to a half of convenience stores and a quarter of fast-food takeaways are linked to organised crime in some areas, trading standards officers have said.more...]