Labour considers processing asylum seekers overseas
The party is exploring whether some could have their claims assessed before reaching the UK....
Cleverly criticised for joke about spiking wife’s drink
The home secretary apologises for making an “ironic joke” at a Downing Street event, a spokesman says....
Call for more action to tackle romance fraud
The government’s anti-fraud champion Simon Fell says victims of relationship swindlers require more help....
Home Secretary James Cleverly criticised over drink spiking joke
The home secretary apologises for making an “ironic joke” at a Downing Street event, a spokesman says....
New £38,700 visa rule will be introduced in early 2025, says Rishi Sunak
The minimum salary for a family to come to the UK will increase in two stages, the prime minister says....
Rail fares in England to rise by up to 4.9% in March
The rise is below inflation but comes after a year of travel disruption for passengers....
UK at risk of recession after economy shrinks
Revised figures show the economy contracted between July and September this year....
Relax rules on research into illegal drugs, say advisers
The Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs says drugs like psychedelics could be key to new treatments....
Ministers row back on salary threshold for family visa
The Home Office now says the threshold for people who want to come to the UK will be £29,000 a year....
Fears UK not ready for deepfake general election
A senior Tory MP leads calls for more government action to prevent AI sabotaging British democracy....