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UK economy unexpectedly shrank in October in fresh blow for Rachel Reeves

Economy contracted by 0.1 per cent in October, according to the Office for National Statistics

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Prove You’re A True Brit At Heart: Take This 30-Question UK Citizenship Test (Part 3)

Can you pass the UK citizenship test? Take this quiz to challenge your knowledge of British history, culture, and law—see how you compare to others!

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UK economy contracts for second month running in October

The Office for National Statistics said gross domestic product (GDP) fell 0.1% in October, following a 0.1% decline in September.

Evening Standard

GDP shock: London businesses slam Budget turmoil as UK economy shrinks 0.1% in October

The latest GDP figures are a blow to Rachel Reeves, who admitted leaks in the run-up to her November 26 Budget were ‘very damaging’

Evening Standard

UK economy: GDP shrunk in October in fresh blow for Rachel Reeves

Economy contracted by 0.1% in October, according to the Office for National Statistics

The Independent UK

FTSE 100 Live 12 December: GDP reverse fuels rate cut bets, Card Factory slides

The UK economy declined by 0.1% for a second successive month in October, figures today showed.

Evening Standard

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'Shadow of war' is looming: UK's stark warning as conflict with Russia 'at Europe's door'

‘The shadow of war is knocking on Europe's door once more. That's the reality. We've got to be prepared to deter it’ - armed forces minister Al Carns

Evening Standard

UK economy shrank unexpectedly before budget, data shows

GDP fell by 0.1% in October as activity failed to regain momentum after cyber-attack on Jaguar Land Rover

The Guardian - UK

As the UK looks to invest in nuclear, here’s what it could mean for Britain’s environment

In this week’s newsletter: The government’s bid to speed up nuclear construction could usher in sweeping deregulation, with experts warning of profound consequences for nature

The Guardian - UK

December cut to UK interest rates ‘nailed on’ after economy shrinks unexpectedly by 0.1% in October – as it happened

Disappointing UK GDP report shows economy contracted by 0.1% in both September and October

The Guardian - UK

Minister Promises AI Will Save You Money—After £12.7B NHS IT Disaster and Track & Trace Fiasco

UK commits to AI adoption for SMEs at G7, but 51% of business leaders lack expertise and a £10B NHS IT programme failed. Government track record raises doubts.

International Business Times UK

Millions live in cold houses in Europe: Where is fuel poverty worst?

The share of people in the EU who are unable to keep their homes adequately warm has increased since the energy crisis sparked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Euronews

OPINION - Like Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, I was falsely imprisoned and tortured in jail in Iran: this is my story

Kylie Moore-Gilbert shares her harrowing experience of being held in captivity in Iran

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Health and safety rules holding UK infrastructure back, says writer of government report

Exclusive: John Fingleton says regulators need to change their attitude to risk to end the country’s economic stagnation

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: EU agrees indefinite freeze on €210bn of Russian assets

Ukraine’s ambassador to Washington insisted the meeting ‘only covered national security related issues’

The Independent UK

UK consolidates intelligence operations to strengthen defence against global threats

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The Reject Shop faces a legal threat from a UK artist over a flamingo egg cup. Does it have a leg to stand on?

Australian retailer tells ceramic artist Hannah Turner it won’t restock the product amid debate over copyright

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The Independent UK

Navy, Army and RAF set for intelligence unit shake-up amid growing global threats

This strategic overhaul follows revelations from the inquiry into the 2018 Novichok poisoning of Dawn Sturgess

The Independent UK

Experts issue warning over people forming ‘emotional bonds’ with AI chatbots

Almost half of adults, 25.9 million, report feeling lonely in the UK, but experts stress AI is not the answer

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Rockstar doubles down, says fired employees leaked "specific game features from upcoming and unannounced titles" and union busting claims are "false and misleading"

The GTA 6 dev isn't backing down from this one

The Independent UK

Where in the UK is most affected by the flu surge as pressure mounts on hospitals

There are enough flu patients each day to fill the facilities of more than three hospital trusts

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer and allies say Ukraine at ‘pivotal moment’ in coalition call

Ukraine has pushed back against a US-drafted plan and submitted its own 20-point document to Washington as part of negotiations.

Euronews

Coalition of the Willing calls for transatlantic unity for Ukraine as peace talks accelerate

This week's diplomatic flurry continued on Thursday when 34 leaders gathered for a Coalition of the Willing meeting to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine. The other aim: get the US on board with their positions.

The Independent UK

Lammy demands Farage cleans racists out of Reform after vile attacks

The deputy prime minister intervened after being subject to racist abuse from Reform UK politicians

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