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21 Oct 2026

Public services warning

A new report by Institute for Government has warned that public services, including schools, the NHS and the criminal justice system, are unlikely to return to…[more...]

21 Oct 2026

Public borrowing hits highest level in a year as Budget approaches

The government borrowing £1.9bn more than expected in September, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics. [more...]

20 Oct 2026

Prison capacity up just 0.1% under Labour

Labour has increased prison capacity by only 0.1 per cent since the election more than two years ago, official figures show.
The number of spaces… [more...]

16 Oct 2026

Suffolk PCC ‘exploring’ merger with Norfolk over fears of Eastern Region ‘mega’ force

PCC reiterates opposition to eastern region ‘mega force’ which he says would dilute local policing.
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Suffolk, Tim Passmore,… [more...]

16 Oct 2026

UK economy defies expectations with surprise August growth

The figures from the Office for National Statistics showed GDP rose 0.1% in August, down from 0.4% in July. The majority of economists had predicted a… [more...]