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People smugglers buying small boats directly from manufacturers
People smugglers buying small boats directly from manufacturers
06 July 2022
The NCA is working with its international network to find the suppliers of the boats to try to stem supply.
Boris Johnson could face swifter confidence vote if 1922 Committee changes rules
Boris Johnson could face swifter confidence vote if 1922 Committee changes rules
06 July 2022
A vote of backbench Tory MPs could help seal Boris Johnson’s fate.
Full list of government resignations over Boris Johnson’s leadership
Full list of government resignations over Boris Johnson’s leadership
06 July 2022
A total of 44 MPs have so far handed in their resignations.
Fuel price cuts ‘should be much bigger’ – AA
Fuel price cuts ‘should be much bigger’ – AA
06 July 2022
The first daily reductions in average petrol prices for six weeks have been recorded.
People-smuggling trade ‘generated around 60 million euro in 2021’
People-smuggling trade ‘generated around 60 million euro in 2021’
06 July 2022
More than 100 boats were seized during a day of action across multiple countries on Tuesday.
New coalmine would be ‘a monumental mistake’, campaigners warn ahead of decision
New coalmine would be ‘a monumental mistake’, campaigners warn ahead of decision
06 July 2022
The decision on the go-ahead for the project to provide coal for steel production is expected shortly.
New Chancellor to review planned corporation tax increase
New Chancellor to review planned corporation tax increase
06 July 2022
Nadhim Zahawi, who replaced Rishi Sunak after his shock resignation on Tuesday evening, said ‘everything is on the table’.
Amazon faces investigation over suspected anti-competitive practices
Amazon faces investigation over suspected anti-competitive practices
06 July 2022
The Competition and Markets Authority has said it is probing concerns over practices on Amazon’s UK Marketplace.
Bigger rate hikes may be on the way as Bank gets tough on inflation
Bigger rate hikes may be on the way as Bank gets tough on inflation
06 July 2022
Bank of England top economist Huw Pill said interest rates may need to rise at a quicker pace to rein in ‘uncomfortably high’ inflation.
People could be nudged to consider work, wealth and wellbeing earlier on in life
People could be nudged to consider work, wealth and wellbeing earlier on in life
06 July 2022
Pensions and financial inclusion minister Guy Opperman suggested people could receive prompts to consider their options during life milestones.
Live: Boris Johnson sacks Michael Gove and Welsh secretary quits
Live: Boris Johnson sacks Michael Gove and Welsh secretary quits
06 July 2022
All the latest updates as the Prime Minister fights for his position amid criticism of the Chris Pincher affair.
Taoiseach views devastation inflicted by Russian forces on visit to Kyiv
Taoiseach views devastation inflicted by Russian forces on visit to Kyiv
06 July 2022
Micheal Martin toured the war-torn suburbs of Borodyanka, Bucha and Irpin.
Housebuilders face worst month for two years, survey shows
Housebuilders face worst month for two years, survey shows
06 July 2022
Growth in the UK’s construction sector slowed in June, according to the influential PMI survey
Embattled Boris Johnson remains defiant as support slips away
Embattled Boris Johnson remains defiant as support slips away
06 July 2022
The Prime Minister is convinced he can remain in No 10 despite a wave of government resignations and the submission of more letters of no confidence.
We must lance the boil, says Blackford in plea for Johnson to quit
We must lance the boil, says Blackford in plea for Johnson to quit
06 July 2022
The SNP Westminster leader was speaking following a series of resignations from the PM’s Cabinet.
William wishes Lionesses ‘good luck’ ahead of opening match in Women’s Euros
William wishes Lionesses ‘good luck’ ahead of opening match in Women’s Euros
06 July 2022
Hosts England take on Austria at Old Trafford on Wednesday evening in the opening fixture of the tournament.
Will Quince quit after repeating ‘inaccurate’ assurances from Johnson
Will Quince quit after repeating ‘inaccurate’ assurances from Johnson
06 July 2022
Will Quince said he had ‘no choice’ but resign after statements about the appointment of Chris Pincher were shown to be untrue.
Inquest told Zara Aleena died from head and neck injuries
Inquest told Zara Aleena died from head and neck injuries
06 July 2022
A man has appeared in court charged with her murder.
Zahawi vows to honour pledge on teachers’ pay
Zahawi vows to honour pledge on teachers’ pay
06 July 2022
The former education secretary was appointed Chancellor in a reshuffle forced on Boris Johnson by a raft of resignations.
Johnson on brink as resignations from his Government continue
Johnson on brink as resignations from his Government continue
06 July 2022
The Prime Minister’s position remains perilous with junior ministers and aides following Rishi Sunak and Sajid Javid in quitting.
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