Burnham open to slavery apology but rules out reparations
The prime minister says Britain must face its role in the slave trade and is open to an apology, but he rejects reparations.
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Police Scotland confirm inquiries into Epstein and Maxwell stays at Balmoral
Police Scotland say they have received information and have active inquiries about time Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell spent at Balmoral.
Two men charged under National Security Act over RAF Fairford incident
Two men have been charged with national security offences over an incident near RAF Fairford last month, and one is accused of assisting Iranian intelligence.
Storm Boelo Kills Two and Leaves Tens of Thousands Without Power
Storm Boelo has been linked to two deaths from falling trees and widespread power cuts across the UK, with outlets reporting differing outage totals.
Storm Boelo Brings Amber Warnings and 80mph Gusts to Northern UK
Amber weather warnings are in place for parts of Scotland, northern England and Northern Ireland as Storm Boelo arrives after Storm Austen.
Nottingham officer hospitalised after city centre shooting, firearm recovered
A police officer has been taken to hospital after being shot in Nottingham city centre, and officers have recovered a firearm at the scene.
Fifteen NHS Staff Dismissed Over Access to Nottingham Attack Victims' Records
Fifteen NHS staff have been sacked for viewing medical records of victims of the 2023 Nottingham attack, prompting a new records-protection system.
Police assess post by wife of UK national security adviser over Palestine Action
The Metropolitan Police are assessing a social media post by Sarah Helm, wife of national security adviser Jonathan Powell, that referenced support for Palestine Action.
UK Banks Brace for Higher Taxes in Chancellor's October Budget
Banking executives expect higher taxes in the UK budget, with reports linking the move to the public finance hit from Middle East conflict.
UK to ban pornography depicting strangulation and incest from November
The UK government will outlaw pornography showing strangulation and incestuous relationships from 6 November, following a 2025 review of porn regulation.
Reform UK faces backlash after councillors filmed in racist remarks
Reform UK is under pressure after an ITV undercover investigation showed councillors and candidates making racist and extreme comments, with several quitting or suspended.
Russell Brand Goes on Trial Over Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
Russell Brand's trial on rape and sexual assault charges has opened, with the comedian and actor pleading not guilty to all counts.
Wildlife Park Stays Shut After Fatal Tiger Attack in Yorkshire
Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed as investigations continue after a man died in a tiger enclosure over the weekend.
Burnham Says Russia Meddled in Brexit Vote; Details Remain Thin
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says it is clear Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit referendum, a claim that raises questions about evidence and what comes next.
Man killed by tiger at Yorkshire wildlife park; animal to be kept alive
A man who entered a tiger enclosure at a Yorkshire wildlife park died after being mauled, and the park says the animal will not be put down.