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UK rolls out first phase of £10 billion housing programme

The government has announced the first £10 billion wave of a low-cost housing programme, with more than 70,000 new homes set to be built and a focus on London.

Ignore Labour revolt over migration reforms, Mahmood told

Former home secretary Alan Johnson has urged Shabana Mahmood to ignore Labour MPs opposing her immigration reforms, warning that backing down could hurt Labour as public concern over illegal migration remains a major issue.

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Government launches business rates review for pubs and hotels

A review of business rates valuations for pubs and hotels in England and Wales has been launched after industry groups raised concerns over high bills, with business rates expert Jerry Schurder due to report in March 2027.

Iran-linked hackers target UK power plant in cyber attack

A power plant was shut down for four days last month in a cyber attack reportedly linked to Iranian hackers, prompting the government to warn power companies.

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Armed pirates seize two vessels with 22 Indians on board

Two commercial vessels carrying 22 Indian nationals were hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia on August 17 and August 20, with pirates taking control of both vessels.

Shabana Mahmood promises fairer spread of asylum housing across UK

The home secretary has said the government will work towards a “fairer spread” of asylum accommodation across the UK, including wealthier areas, as ministers seek to ensure poorer communities do not carry most of the burden.

Burnham sets out plan to help rough sleepers into homes by Christmas

Burnham unveiled a £442 million funding package to help people sleeping rough move off the streets, with emergency accommodation, long-term housing support and more than 1,000 permanent homes.

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Another hotel fire kills nine in India as Kolkata blaze sparks safety probe

Nine people, including a child, were killed after a fire ripped through the Shika Inn hotel in Kolkata early on Wednesday, with investigators suspecting a faulty air conditioner caused the blaze.

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Ignore Labour revolt over migration reforms, Mahmood told

Former home secretary Alan Johnson has urged Shabana Mahmood to ignore Labour MPs opposing her immigration reforms, warning that backing down could hurt Labour as public concern over illegal migration remains a major issue.

Government launches business rates review for pubs and hotels

A review of business rates valuations for pubs and hotels in England and Wales has been launched after industry groups raised concerns over high bills, with business rates expert Jerry Schurder due to report in March 2027.

Iran-linked hackers target UK power plant in cyber attack

A power plant was shut down for four days last month in a cyber attack reportedly linked to Iranian hackers, prompting the government to warn power companies.

Armed pirates seize two vessels with 22 Indians on board

Two commercial vessels carrying 22 Indian nationals were hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia on August 17 and August 20, with pirates taking control of both vessels.

Shabana Mahmood promises fairer spread of asylum housing across UK

The home secretary has said the government will work towards a “fairer spread” of asylum accommodation across the UK, including wealthier areas, as ministers seek to ensure poorer communities do not carry most of the burden.

Burnham sets out plan to help rough sleepers into homes by Christmas

Burnham unveiled a £442 million funding package to help people sleeping rough move off the streets, with emergency accommodation, long-term housing support and more than 1,000 permanent homes.

Another hotel fire kills nine in India as Kolkata blaze sparks safety probe

Nine people, including a child, were killed after a fire ripped through the Shika Inn hotel in Kolkata early on Wednesday, with investigators suspecting a faulty air conditioner caused the blaze.

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The government has announced the first £10 billion wave of a low-cost housing programme, with more than 70,000 new homes set to be built and a focus on London.

Former home secretary Alan Johnson has urged Shabana Mahmood to ignore Labour MPs opposing her immigration reforms, warning that backing down could hurt Labour as public concern over illegal migration remains a major issue.

A review of business rates valuations for pubs and hotels in England and Wales has been launched after industry groups raised concerns over high bills, with business rates expert Jerry Schurder due to report in March 2027.

A power plant was shut down for four days last month in a cyber attack reportedly linked to Iranian hackers, prompting the government to warn power companies.

Two commercial vessels carrying 22 Indian nationals were hijacked by armed pirates in separate incidents off Yemen and Somalia on August 17 and August 20, with pirates taking control of both vessels.

The home secretary has said the government will work towards a “fairer spread” of asylum accommodation across the UK, including wealthier areas, as ministers seek to ensure poorer communities do not carry most of the burden.

Burnham unveiled a £442 million funding package to help people sleeping rough move off the streets, with emergency accommodation, long-term housing support and more than 1,000 permanent homes.

Nine people, including a child, were killed after a fire ripped through the Shika Inn hotel in Kolkata early on Wednesday, with investigators suspecting a faulty air conditioner caused the blaze.

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