Monday, 2 June 2025

UK threatens to sue Abramovich over Chelsea sale

The proceeds have been frozen since the UK government forced the club's sale following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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PM accepts need for clarity on winter fuel payments

Sir Keir Starmer has said he wants more pensioners to be eligible but is yet to set out full details.

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UK to build up to 12 new attack submarines

The defence review on Monday is expected to recommend the armed forces move to "warfighting readiness".

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Reform to begin Musk-style audits of councils

Reform says a team lead by an as-yet unnamed tech entrepreneur will review council spending in Kent.

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Bomb disposal robot destroys Labour MPs' Christmas cards

Remnants of Christmas cards intended for Labour MPs and constituency offices were found at the site. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SAC4cMi