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education3 days ago•7 min saved

UK doctor warns student loan interest could keep him paying for decades

A UK doctor says his student loan debt has grown from £55,000 to about £80,000 due to roughly £25,000 in interest, with around £3,000 added this tax year and only half of that paid off. Interest accrues immediately and can reach up to 6.2%, delaying plans like buying a home. Loans are written off after 25–40 years depending on the region, and while the government defends the system as fair, graduates and policymakers are pushing for reform.

via BBC|

#debt #education #interest-rates

world4 days ago•3 min saved

Britain mulls removing Prince Andrew from the royal line following Epstein probe

Britain is reportedly weighing stripping Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession after his arrest tied to Epstein‑related documents; the move would require Parliament legislation and consent from 14 Commonwealth realms. Andrew, the eighth in line to the throne and a former royal, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office but released under investigation, and could face life in prison if convicted. King Charles pledged to support the police investigation as the monarchy faces a constitutional crisis.

via CBS News|

#commonwealth #epstein #line-of-succession

politics8 days ago•5 min saved

Bullying claims shadow UK civil service frontrunner Antonia Romeo

Frontrunner Dame Antonia Romeo for the cabinet secretary role faced bullying and expenses allegations from staff during her time as UK consul general in New York; the government says there was one complaint investigated and dismissed, but BBC sources say there were multiple complaints, raising questions about her suitability for the top civil service post.

via BBC|

#antonia-romeo #bullying-claims #civil-service

education16 days ago•1 min saved

UK tests clearing-style portal to re-route missed apprenticeships

The government will trial a clearing-style online portal to help young people who miss out on apprenticeships find alternative local roles, with information on pay and long-term prospects, as part of a plan to deliver 50,000 more apprenticeships backed by £725m; Centrica has pledged 500 new apprenticeships in 2026 during National Apprenticeship Week.

via BBC|

#apprenticeships #centrica #clearing

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Hunger-striking prisoner warns 'I'm dying' as health deteriorates amid Palestine Action protests

A prisoner linked to Palestine Action (Heba Muraisi) on day 71 of a hunger strike at HMP New Hall tells a friend she’s dying as she appears severely frail and faces potential heart risks. Other hunger strikers also show serious health concerns while supporters push for a fair trial, immediate bail, deproscription of Palestine Action, and the closure of UK sites linked to Elbit Systems. A solidarity statement from well-known authors is noted, and the Ministry of Justice says cases are being managed with access to healthcare and that meetings with officials were offered.

via The Guardian|

#health #hunger-strike #palestine-action

world1 month ago•4 min saved

UK pays substantial compensation to Guantanamo detainee Abu Zubaydah over torture allegations

Britain has reached a substantial compensation settlement with Abu Zubaydah, the Guantanamo detainee subjected to CIA torture, amid allegations that UK intelligence services helped facilitate his mistreatment. The payment is underway but not yet accessible to him, and campaigners say his ongoing detention and call for release and accountability remain urgent.

via BBC|

#abu-zubaydah #compensation #guantanamo-bay

world1 month ago•4 min saved

UK and US face criticism over Venezuela policies

Senior UK Labour MP Dame Emily Thornberry criticized the US military strikes in Venezuela, calling them illegal under international law and urging the UK to condemn such actions to prevent international anarchy. The UK government has not officially condemned the strikes, and various political parties have expressed differing views on the legality and implications of the US intervention.

via BBC|

#international-law #labour-mp-criticism #uk-government

politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Britain's Outrage Over Alaa Abd El Fattah Sparks Debate on Social Media and Politics

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer regrets welcoming activist Alaa Abd El Fattah after old social media posts with extremist language surfaced, leading to calls for his citizenship to be revoked and a review of the system.

via BBC|

#alaa-abd-el-fattah #british-citizenship #keir-starmer

world2 months ago•5 min saved

UK and Switzerland scrutinize Palantir over security and data risks

UK MPs are scrutinizing Palantir contracts following a Swiss investigation that raised security concerns about the company's data handling and potential US government access, leading to calls for greater transparency and caution in using US tech in sensitive sectors.

via The Guardian|

#data-privacy #palantir #security-concerns

world2 months ago•2 min saved

UK government confirms cyber attack linked to Chinese hackers

UK government officials are investigating a cyberattack suspected to be linked to a Chinese-affiliated group, which targeted government systems in October, raising concerns about espionage and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The incident is under review, with authorities emphasizing the importance of strengthening digital defenses amid ongoing tensions with China.

via BBC|

#china #cybersecurity #espionage

world2 months ago•2 min saved

UK Government Cyberattack Suspected to Involve China, Minister Confirms

The UK government confirmed a cyber hack in October, with reports suggesting a Chinese cyber gang, Storm 1849, accessed Foreign Office data, though officials have not confirmed Chinese state involvement and are investigating the incident.

via Reuters|

#china #cybersecurity #foreign-office

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Father Killed in Duty, Yet Award Denied

The family of police detective Ross Hunt, murdered in 1983 while protecting colleagues, is campaigning for a posthumous bravery award, but their efforts are hindered by a five-year time limit policy set by the UK government, which they argue is outdated and unfair.

via BBC|

#bravery-award #line-of-duty #police

world2 months ago•3 min saved

UK Artists and Musicians Push for Stronger AI Copyright Protections

A UK government consultation on AI copyright has overwhelmingly favored strengthening artists' rights, with 95% supporting copyright protections and only 3% backing a controversial opt-out plan for AI training. Campaigns led by artists and celebrities have pushed for fair compensation and licensing, opposing the government's initial tech-friendly approach. The government plans to develop policies by 2026, aiming to balance innovation with artists' rights amid ongoing debates.

via The Guardian|

#ai-copyright #ai-training #artists-protection

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

UK Launches Taskforce to Boost Women in Tech and Address AI Skills Gap

The UK government has launched a taskforce led by Liz Kendall to promote gender diversity and support women in the tech industry, aiming to address barriers to entry, progression, and leadership for women, and to leverage the full talent pool for economic growth.

via BBC|

#diversity #gender-gap #taskforce

politics2 months ago•4 min saved

OBR resignation sparks concerns over budget leaks and transparency

The resignation of Richard Hughes as head of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) raises concerns about the future independence and credibility of the UK's economic forecasting, with political pressures and changes in legislation posing potential risks to market confidence and government accountability.

via BBC|

#budget-forecast #economic-independence #obr-resignation