UK Halts Refugee Family Reunion Applications
“`html The government has announced a temporary suspension of new applications for a program that allows refugees to bring family members to the UK. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that,…
Three Arrested as Protests in Epping Escalate into Clashes with Police
Authorities have arrested three individuals during a demonstration held in Essex to protest the housing of asylum seekers at a local hotel. The protest involved an organized march in Epping,…
UK Lands £10B Warship Contract with Norway
“`html The United Kingdom has secured a £10 billion agreement to supply the Norwegian navy with at least five new warships. According to the Ministry of Defence (MoD), the deal…
Three Arrested as Police Respond to Epping Protest
“`html Three men were arrested during a demonstration outside The Bell Hotel in Epping on Friday, following the Court of Appeal’s decision to overturn a temporary injunction that had prevented…
MSP Accused of Concealing Camera in Parliament Restroom
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Asylum Seekers to Remain in Hotel Following Appeal Victory
“`html A temporary injunction preventing the housing of asylum seekers at an Essex hotel has been overturned by the Court of Appeal. Legal representatives for The Bell Hotel in Epping…
Defense Officials Cautioned Against Data Sharing Prior to Afghan Leak
Documents released by the UK’s data regulator reveal that Ministry of Defence (MoD) staff received warnings about sharing information containing hidden tabs prior to the Afghan data leak. Last month,…
Home Office Plans to Reduce Hotel Stays for Asylum Seekers by Half
The Home Office is poised to reduce by half the duration that individuals granted asylum in the UK can remain in government-provided accommodation. In December, ministers doubled the transition period…
Brexit: Northern Ireland Food Border Expected Until 2027
“`html A UK government minister has confirmed that the Irish Sea border for food and agricultural products is slated to remain in place until 2027. The Irish Sea border refers…
Ed Davey Declines Trump State Banquet Amid Gaza Concerns
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has announced he will boycott the state banquet held for Donald Trump’s upcoming state visit, citing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as the reason…