Union attacks NatWest plans to get workers back to the office
The bank says workers will be required to attend the office at least two days a week from February. Source:…
Month: October 2026
Woman describes alleged assault by Russell Brand as ‘frenzied’ and ‘violent’
The entertainer denies three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault. Source: BBC News
BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra broadcast channels to close
The closurse are announced as the corporation continues to try to save £500m over two years. Source: BBC News
UK asks Apple to widen access to its payment tech
Proposed changes could lead to new digital wallets and keys as well as ticketing apps, the regulator says. Source: BBC…
Marseille braces for more unrest after protests give way to ‘apocalyptic’ disorder
France's second city saw some of the worst violence as chaos gripped the country on Saturday. Source: BBC News
Man charged with attack on Australia MP to face court
Brendan Nugent's family say they have known Helen Haines, who remains in a critical condition, for more than 20 years.…
Jobless rate falls but small firms cut back hiring
Small firms cite labour costs as a key factor in scaling back hiring, the Office for National Statistics says. Source:…
Suspect arrested after historic town hall set alight during disorder – French media
The spire of the clock tower at Limoges city hall dramatically collapsed as it was engulfed in flames on Saturday.…
Revolut outage hits ‘multiple services’ as thousands of users report app issues
Some users of the British neobank reported being unable to make some payments or access funds in its app on…
Chancellor rejects calls to raise Capital Gains Tax in Budget
Influential Labour figures had been pushing for equalising CGT and income tax, but critics have said this could drive wealthy…