Justin Welby: Political leaders should treat opponents as human beings By Emily Atkinson BBC News The Archbishop of Canterbury has urged politicians not to treat their opponents as enemies but fellow human beings. Speaking to the BBC, the Most Rev Justin Welby warned Britain’s leaders to avoid divisive topics. But he said our capacity “to… Continue reading Justin Welby: Political leaders should treat opponents as human beings
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Google settles $5bn lawsuit for ‘private mode’ tracking
Google settles $5bn lawsuit for ‘private mode’ tracking Reuters By Annabelle Liang Business reporter Google has agreed to settle a US lawsuit claiming it invaded the privacy of users by tracking them even when they were browsing in “private mode”. The class action sought at least $5bn (£3.9bn) from the world’s go-to search engine and… Continue reading Google settles $5bn lawsuit for ‘private mode’ tracking
Liz Truss unveils resignation honours list
Liz Truss unveils resignation honours list EPA By Brian Wheeler & Peter Saull BBC News Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister Liz Truss has unveiled her resignation honours list, sparking an angry backlash from some critics. Ms Truss, who spent 49 days in office, nominated Conservative donor Jon Moynihan and ex-Vote Leave chief Matthew Elliott for seats… Continue reading Liz Truss unveils resignation honours list
Treasury says 2024 Budget to be held on 6 March
Treasury says 2024 Budget to be held on 6 March PA Media Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will deliver the 2024 spring Budget on 6 March, the Treasury has said. It will include the government’s tax and spending plans as well as new growth and borrowing forecasts. It could be the last chance for the government to… Continue reading Treasury says 2024 Budget to be held on 6 March
Driverless cars: Tech possible for UK motorways by 2026, transport secretary says
Driverless cars: Tech possible for UK motorways by 2026, transport secretary says Alamy By Zoe Kleinman Technology editor Driverless cars could be on some UK roads by the end of 2026, the transport secretary has told the BBC. Mark Harper also said he expected to see the owners of those vehicles being able to travel… Continue reading Driverless cars: Tech possible for UK motorways by 2026, transport secretary says
Metric measurement rules to stay after Brexit review
Metric measurement rules to stay after Brexit review Getty Images By Paul Seddon Politics reporter The government has confirmed it is not planning to change the rules on selling in imperial measures after Brexit. Ministers looked at changing laws inherited from the EU that mean traders can use Britain’s traditional weighing system only alongside the… Continue reading Metric measurement rules to stay after Brexit review
New £38,700 visa rule will be introduced in early 2025, says Rishi Sunak
New £38,700 visa rule will be introduced in early 2025, says Rishi Sunak Plans requiring people to earn £38,700 a year before bringing family to the UK will be introduced in early 2025, Rishi Sunak has said. The rise from the current £18,600 level was announced earlier this month and had been scheduled for the… Continue reading New £38,700 visa rule will be introduced in early 2025, says Rishi Sunak
Tech Trends 2024: AI and electric vehicle deals
Tech Trends 2024: AI and electric vehicle deals Getty Images By Ben Morris Technology of Business editor In the tech world, 2023 will perhaps be remembered as the year that generative AI went mainstream. From computer code, to artwork, to essays, generative AI systems can quickly create a range of content which, while not perfect,… Continue reading Tech Trends 2024: AI and electric vehicle deals
Fears UK not ready for deepfake general election
Fears UK not ready for deepfake general election Getty Images By Brian Wheeler & Gordon Corera BBC News Artificial Intelligence (AI) has already been used to disrupt elections around the world – and there are fears among senior politicians and the security services that the UK will be next. Former Justice Secretary Sir Robert Buckland… Continue reading Fears UK not ready for deepfake general election
Esther Rantzen: Minister says he is ‘not averse’ to new assisted dying vote
Esther Rantzen: Minister says he is ‘not averse’ to new assisted dying vote Reuters By Sam Hancock & Henry Zeffman BBC News Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride has signalled his support for another parliamentary vote on assisted dying. He said there was no fresh legislation in the works, but he “would not be averse”… Continue reading Esther Rantzen: Minister says he is ‘not averse’ to new assisted dying vote