Reform UK investigated by police over claims it broke election laws
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December 08, 2025 21:35 UTC
Home and Away confirmed for major UK broadcasting change in "natural next step"
5 has revealed that Home and Away will leave its familiar daytime slot next year. Greg Barnett, commissioning editor at 5, added: “Home and Away has been a phenomenal success for us on streaming. “Moving daytime episodes exclusively to streaming is a natural next step, reflecting how audiences want to engage with their favourite content.”Home and Away airs weekdays at 1:45pm on 5. Add Home and Away to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. AdCheck out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guideto find out what's on.
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December 08, 2025 18:10 UTC
UK local politician to pay hefty fine for hiring Indian student as nanny illegally
"Councillor Mir is a person of exemplary character. She is a solicitor, a councillor and is involved in the community," the court report quotes Judge Stephen Hellman as saying. She was then found to be in the country illegally since her visa expired in March 2023 and told the authorities that "physically abused" and felt "suicidal".Arif Rehman, representing the councillor, told the court: "This story was fabricated with an intention to claim immigration advantage and to present herself as a victim of modern-day slavery "Nothing was done with the allegations with the evidence of abuse because there was no evidence. This is not someone who can be trusted by the court. "This is a serious breach of the law, and residents rightly deserve a lot better," Conservative Party councillor Jack Emsley told the newspaper.
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December 08, 2025 18:09 UTC
UK care home agency boss jailed for hiring Indian migrants illegally
"Benoy Thomas knowingly breached immigration laws by employing people who had no right to work in the UK," Katie Samways, Specialist Prosecutor for CPS South East, said in a statement. "Many of those he illegally employed were working with some of the most vulnerable people without adequate training or medical expertise, putting the safety and well-being of those who needed care at significant risk. "The Crown Prosecution Service will continue to prosecute those who exploit our immigration system," she said.An investigation by Immigration Enforcement, an agency of the UK Home Office, determined that Thomas assisted the "unlawful immigration" of 13 individuals between 2017 and 2018.He was sentenced to a total of two-and-a-half years in prison and disqualified from being a company director for eight years, the CPS said. It noted that Thomas himself arrived in the UK legally in 2007 from India before becoming a British citizen in 2012.The court heard that he had used his contacts in southern India and knowledge of the UK immigration system to undertake the illegal hiring operation. His trial was told that he also attempted to conceal employment documentation from immigration officers in a garage before his arrest.
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December 08, 2025 18:05 UTC
Households urged to do one thing to protect hedgehogs
However, various animal and garden experts have urged households to avoid making one mistake when doing this. Bread can pose a big problem for hedgehogs as it can be very tricky for them to digest. Chris Bonnett, founder of GardeningExpress.co.uk, explained: "People assume bread is suitable for hedgehogs because it's soft, but the truth is it can be hard for hedgehogs to digest. Milk is also an issue as hedgehogs are lactose intolerant, so consuming it can result in severe diarrhoea and stomach upsets. "Be sure to cut it into tiny pieces, as hedgehogs have small teeth and can’t effectively chew larger pieces, and always remove any bones."
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December 08, 2025 17:10 UTC
Britain on brink of losing Atlantic to Russia, navy chief warns
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December 08, 2025 16:49 UTC
Deal to release £100bn for Ukraine close, Keir Starmer says
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December 08, 2025 12:13 UTC
Harry’s security arrangements while in UK being reviewed – report
The Home Office has now ordered a threat assessment for the first time since 2020, the Sun reported. The duke said the Court of Appeal decision meant it is now “impossible” for him to bring Meghan and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, back to the UK safely. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is said to have ordered a re-evaluation of Harry’s threat level after she was contacted by the duke (James Manning/PA)Ravec has now instructed its Risk Management Board to reassess his threat level, the Sun reported. The newspaper said the process is already under way and a decision is expected next month. A Government spokesperson said: “The UK Government’s protective security system is rigorous and proportionate.
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December 08, 2025 11:44 UTC
Anglo American drops £8.5m bonus plan for boss after investor pressure
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December 08, 2025 11:11 UTC
Trump ‘disappointed’ with Zelensky for ‘not reading peace plan’
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December 08, 2025 10:46 UTC
Replacing Starmer risks causing a Liz Truss-like rout, say traders
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December 08, 2025 09:57 UTC
Shipping containers of fruit wash up on shore after falling from cargo ship
No crew members on the cargo ship were injured. Some of the containers had washed up at Selsey, West Sussex, it said. A MCA spokeswoman said: “HM Coastguard is continuing to work with the relevant authorities after 16 containers went overboard from the cargo ship Baltic Klipper in the Solent on December 6. “Currently, five containers lost from the cargo ship Baltic Klipper have washed ashore around Selsey, West Sussex. “HM Coastguard, alongside West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service and Sussex Police, have put cordons in place and are asking people not to go near the containers.
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December 08, 2025 09:48 UTC
Leaders create growth no matter the economic hand they are dealt
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December 08, 2025 06:02 UTC
Met Office issue yellow weather warning for parts of UK
Heavy rain may bring some flooding and travel disruption in places on Monday night into Tuesday. Affected areas include the south-west of England and Cumbria, where strong winds and floods can be expected. ⚠️ Yellow weather warnings issued ⚠️Heavy rain and strong winds from Monday evening to Wednesday morningLatest info 👉 https://t.co/QwDLMfRBfsStay #WeatherAware⚠️ pic.twitter.com/b0tM8GIVzD — Met Office (@metoffice) December 7, 2025What should I expect? Given the saturated nature of the ground, this is likely to lead to some flooding in places and transport disruption. Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the forecast for your area.
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December 08, 2025 00:29 UTC
London: Two dead and others injured after week of violence
Man charged with murder after broad daylight Wembley stabbingOn December 1, the Metropolitan Police received reports of a stabbing on Wembley High Road. At the scene, a 22-year-old man was found injured and was taken to hospital where he later died. Man charged with causing death by dangerous driving after fatal Willesden crashOn December 3, London's Air Ambulance was flown to a junction in Willesden following a serious crash. Man ‘injured’ after liquid thrown at his face in ChessingtonThe Metropolitan Police was called to Ace Parade, Chessington, at 9.44pm on December 6 with reports of a person injured. 21 people were injured at Heathrow Airport (Image: @VivoPaella)A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault, and officers are looking to trace other suspects.
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December 08, 2025 00:15 UTC