Apple launches age verification for UK iPhone users – POLITICO
Apple is not required to implement age checks under U.K. law, as the Online Safety Act does not apply to app stores or…
Britain steps back from Africa with new aid cuts – POLITICO
“These steep cuts will impact the most marginalized and left behind communities,” said Romilly Greenhill, CEO of Bond,…
Nigel Farage breaks with his Welsh leader over insurance system for the NHS – POLITICO
His position differs from that of Farage, who leads the insurgent party across the U.K. It is an…
Reform UK interested in MI5 help on candidate vetting – POLITICO
Reform leader Nigel Farage in 2024 blamed a “reputable vetting company” for oversights in helping sift its candidates…
UK ordered to rethink block on return of mother and son in Syrian camp – POLITICO
The court first ordered the government to reconsider the case in November 2024. The legal ruling shows Security…
UK cops arrest 4 in Iran spying probe – POLITICO
The men include one Iranian and three dual British-Iranian nationals. They were arrested in the early hours of…
The battle to fix Britain’s crumbling parliament – POLITICO
The Restoration and Renewal (R&R) program, set up to deliver the long-delayed overhaul of the palace, warns of…
UK cut staff hours at key naval base responding to Cyprus drone strike – POLITICO
But a trade union representing defense workers in the U.K. is now arguing that government efforts to slash…
Starmer’s government hunkers down for ‘long-haul’ Iran conflict – POLITICO
A third government official said the hope is that consumers are protected for a while because Britain’s energy…
World’s money launderers are shifting to crypto, report warns – POLITICO
In America, President Donald Trump has come under fire for his ties to the industry. In April last year the…
British base in Cyprus hit by drone strike – POLITICO
“All the competent services of the republic are on alert and in full operational readiness,” Cypriot President Nikos…
Service sector profits continue long decline
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