Government announces long-delayed supply chain law in wake of pressure from The Independent

Join today Already a member? Log in The government will introduce new supply chain legislation that could be transformative to UK global development efforts, following extensive pressure from reporting by The Independent…

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Haitian PM praises El Salvador after joint strike on alleged home of gang leader

A small contingent of Salvadorean troops has been in Haiti since January 2025 as part of a multinational force deployed to suppress gang violence. Last month, Bukele sent an extra 2,000 soldiers to rescue four…

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What is David Walliams accused of and what has he said in response?

The allegations, which span many years, were made in a joint investigation with ITV News into Walliams' conduct towards young women. After the Guardian approached him for comment in May, Walliams and his lawyers went to…

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Travellers put a stop to AI data centre: Plans for 130ft-high warehouse on hold over claims it would 'indirectly discriminate' against group living in 27 caravans next door

The proposed warehouse in the commuter town of Bushey, Hertfordshire, would be located just 10m away from an established traveller pitch with 27 caravans. A travellers group objected to the project, saying it would cause…

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Fury v Joshua fight faces objections over 3am finish

The all-British heavyweight fight is due to take place at Principality Stadium on 11 December, with the event expected to finish at 03:00 GMT the following day to align with prime-time viewing in the United States. But…

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‘My classroom was 30C. No one was learning. Then I started to feel dizzy’ – This is climate breakdown

In 2026, during the hottest summer on record, she suffered a seizure after experiencing heat exhaustion while teaching. The heatwave was made worse by the climate crisis. The heat has always made me feel anxious and…

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Thinking of buying an EV? It’s about to get more expensive

The cost of an electric vehicle (EV) – including second hand cars and hybrids – is set to rise significantly as it is likely that mandated sales targets for manufacturers will be watered down. EV makers currently offer…

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I’m a Celeb has finally learned its lesson

For years the Australian jungle has had to endure wannabes, has-beens and – worst of all – politicians trying to rehabilitate their image and endear themselves to the viewing public. But this year, finally, is different.…

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Three charged with running ‘Iran-backed terror plots’ including seven in the UK

US officials allege Mohammad Ali al-Hassani, a dual Iranian Iraqi national, and Iranian Mohsen Mohajeri used ‘a network of contacts in the United Kingdom’ to orchestrate the Fairford plot from Iran . Mohammad Baqer Saad…

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International student who raped woman jailed

He was seen on CCTV leading the 25-year-old victim to his house, where she recalled being taken to the basement before he took her phone away and raped her. At Leeds Crown Court, Judge Guy Kearle KC told Vahora he "took…

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