The UK government has announced changes to passport application fees, set to take effect on 10 April 2025. The proposed adjustments, which are subject to parliamentary approval, aim to ensure that the costs of processing passports are covered by those who use the service, reducing reliance on general taxation. The government has emphasized that it […]
A man from Northamptonshire who blackmailed a child into sending him further indecent images by threatening to send them to her family and friends has been sentenced. Kevin Newson, 43, from Daventry, was arrested by officers from the National Crime Agency after authorities in America were approached by a 16-year-old child. She said Newson had […]
Employers will be required to prioritise recruiting international care workers already in England before recruiting from overseas. From 9 April, care providers who want to recruit a new worker from overseas will have to first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those […]
A groundbreaking study by the RAC has revealed that a quarter of UK drivers (25%) are driving less at night due to the increasing intensity of vehicle headlights, with 22% wishing they could do the same. The research, believed to be the most comprehensive of its kind, highlights the growing discomfort and safety concerns caused […]
200 new jobs will be created and hundreds more supported at one of the UK’s leading defence manufacturers, after a £1.6bn deal was announced by the Prime Minister today to supply thousands of advanced air defence missiles to Ukraine. The latest measures in the UK’s support for Ukraine to achieve peace through strength, the deal […]
Muslims around the world will begin fasting for the holy month of Ramadan this weekend. The sighting of the new moon marks the start of the month, with Saudi Arabia announcing that the first day of Ramadan will be tomorrow (Saturday). However, different countries have made their official announcements, meaning that for some, fasting will […]
Families and children across England are set to benefit from a groundbreaking government initiative that will provide free, daily breakfast clubs in primary schools. The first 750 schools to offer the scheme have been confirmed, with the programme expected to roll out as early as April. This initiative will save parents up to £450 a […]
Parents to save cash through new guidance to prevent overcharging on childcare whilst £75 million will help deliver final phase of childcare rollout Parents are set to save money on childcare thanks to new protections from additional charges on top of the government’s funded childcare offer, increasing access to high-quality early education and putting cash […]
Significant changes to the training requirements for Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence holders and applicants have been announced, with new rules set to take effect from April 2025. The updated regulations aim to ensure that private security professionals are equipped with the necessary skills to maintain public safety, adapt to evolving industry practices, and comply […]
Six people wanted in Belgium over their suspected involvement in a major people smuggling ring following a joint investigation by the National Crime Agency and Belgian police have been arrested in the UK. The men – all Afghan nationals – were apprehended yesterday (12 February) as part of coordinated action in Belgium and Italy in […]