Migrant sex offender released due to human error, Lammy tells MPs An independent investigation has been launched after a migrant sex offender was mistakenly released from prison in what appears be “human error”, Justice Secretary David Lammy has said. In a statement to the House of Commons, Lammy said the inquiry will seek to “fully… Continue reading Migrant sex offender released due to human error, Lammy tells MPs
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Turing AI Institute boss denies accusations of ‘toxic internal culture’
Turing AI Institute boss denies accusations of ‘toxic internal culture’ The Alan Turing Institute Chair has told the BBC there is “no substance” to a number of serious accusations which rocked the organisation in the summer. In August, whistleblowers accused the charity’s leadership of misusing public funds, overseeing a “toxic internal culture”, and failing to… Continue reading Turing AI Institute boss denies accusations of ‘toxic internal culture’
Home Office squandered billions on asylum hotels, MPs say
Home Office squandered billions on asylum hotels, MPs say The Home Office has “squandered” billions of pounds of taxpayers’ money on asylum accommodation, according to a report by a committee of MPs. The Home Affairs Committee said “flawed contracts” and “incompetent delivery” left the department unable to cope with a surge in demand and it… Continue reading Home Office squandered billions on asylum hotels, MPs say
Reeves refuses to rule out income tax rises in Budget
Reeves refuses to rule out income tax rises in Budget 2 hours ago Sam FrancisPolitical reporter PA Media Chancellor Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out an income tax rise in next month’s Budget, amid speculation she is considering breaking a key Labour election pledge. Asked about reports, first published in The Guardian newspaper, that… Continue reading Reeves refuses to rule out income tax rises in Budget
Chris Mason: Extraordinary Caerphilly by-election humbles Westminster’s big beasts
Chris Mason: Extraordinary Caerphilly by-election humbles Westminster’s big beasts 48 minutes ago Chris MasonPolitical editor PA Media Amid the blizzard of nocturnal numbers any by-election generates, three stand out in Caerphilly this morning. Labour, so long the victor of so many a south Wales political contest, humbled, pummelled, crushed – attracting just 11% of voters.… Continue reading Chris Mason: Extraordinary Caerphilly by-election humbles Westminster’s big beasts
Millions of UK Apple users could get pay-out after court ruling
Millions of UK Apple users could get pay-out after court ruling 5 hours ago Chris VallanceSenior Technology Reporter Getty Images Apple could be forced to pay up to £1.5bn in damages after losing a collective legal action court case brought on behalf of 36 million UK iPhone and iPad users, both consumers and businesses. The… Continue reading Millions of UK Apple users could get pay-out after court ruling
Five grooming gang survivors back Jess Phillips to keep her job
Five grooming gang survivors back Jess Phillips to keep her job Five abuse survivors have written to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to say they will only continue working with the grooming gang inquiry if Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips keeps her job. It comes after four different members of the survivors panel quit the inquiry… Continue reading Five grooming gang survivors back Jess Phillips to keep her job
Four survivors call for minister to quit as row deepens over grooming inquiry
Four survivors call for minister to quit as row deepens over grooming inquiry 2 hours ago Harry Farley,Political correspondent and Chris Graham PA Media The government is under increasing pressure to gain control of the grooming gangs inquiry after abuse survivors who quit their roles in the process listed conditions for their return. Top of… Continue reading Four survivors call for minister to quit as row deepens over grooming inquiry
Amazon unveils prototype AI smart glasses for its delivery drivers
Amazon unveils prototype AI smart glasses for its delivery drivers Amazon has unveiled a prototype of artificial intelligence-powered smart glasses designed to be used by its delivery drivers. The “Amelia” glasses include a camera and built-in display, and pairs with a waistcoat with a button drivers can press to take photos of deliveries. “We’re testing… Continue reading Amazon unveils prototype AI smart glasses for its delivery drivers
Focus of grooming inquiry ‘will not change’, home secretary insists
Focus of grooming inquiry ‘will not change’, home secretary insists The focus of the national grooming gangs inquiry “will not change” or be “watered down”, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has insisted. Writing in the Times newspaper, Mahmood said the wait for the appointment of the inquiry’s chairperson will “not be much longer”, adding that the… Continue reading Focus of grooming inquiry ‘will not change’, home secretary insists