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Government confirms State Pension Triple Lock changes from 2030 to help fund free personal care

Budget 2026 confirms plans to adjust State Pension uprating from April 2030, with long-term savings intended to help fund a National Care Service in England.

By Charlotte Mercer • 28 October 2026 • 3 min read

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Thames Water Credit Rating Cut Further Into Junk Territory As £20bn Debt Crisis Deepens

S&P has downgraded Thames Water to CCC- as the utility seeks £2.4bn in additional emergency financing and attempts to restructure approximately £20bn in debt.

Staff member • 28 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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Britain and Poland Sign Three-Year Defence Plan to Develop Missiles, Drones and Strengthen NATO’s Eastern Flank

The UK and Poland have signed a three-year defence cooperation plan covering missiles, drones, cyber security, Baltic maritime activity and military exercises.

James Ashcroft • 28 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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Government Removes 25 Major Road Schemes From Funding Programme as Only 16 Projects Proceed

The Department for Transport has confirmed 25 road schemes have left a major funding programme, including the A127 Corridor for Growth in Essex, while 16 projects remain subject to approval.

James Ashcroft • 28 Oct 2026 • 3 min read

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Heathrow Opens Eight-Week Consultation on Third Runway as Plans Reveal M25 Changes and Property Impacts

Heathrow has opened an eight-week consultation on its proposed third runway, publishing details of potential M25 changes, property impacts and compensation policies.

Staff member • 28 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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UK Government Borrowing Costs Hit Highest Level Since 2008 in £4.5 Billion Debt Sale Ahead of Budget

The Government sold £4.5 billion of gilts at an average yield of 5.036%, the highest for a comparable five-year auction since 2008, despite strong investor demand.

Charlotte Mercer • 28 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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MPs Condemn Sizewell C Nuclear Deal as Taxpayers Face Billions in Financial Risks

MPs warn the Sizewell C financing deal could expose consumers to billions in additional costs while private investors face limited extra contributions if construction overruns.

Charlotte Mercer • 28 Oct 2026 • 3 min read

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New Respect Orders Come Into Force as Government Strengthens Anti-Social Behaviour Powers

New Respect Orders are now available in England and Wales, allowing courts to impose restrictions and rehabilitation requirements on adults responsible for persistent anti-social behaviour. Breaching an order is a criminal offence.

Charlotte Mercer • 28 Oct 2026 • 3 min read

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Government Approves 800MW Solar Farm In Nottinghamshire Despite Agricultural Land Concerns

Ministers have approved the 800MW Great North Road Solar and Biodiversity Park near Newark, despite objections over farmland and landscape impacts.

Staff member • 27 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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Britain To Lead Three New AUKUS Underwater Defence Projects As Allies Target 2027 Deployment

The UK will lead three advanced underwater payload projects under AUKUS following trials in San Diego, with availability across allied fleets planned from 2027.

Staff member • 27 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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Government Launches Low-Interest Home Energy Loans Of Up To £35,000 As Ten Lenders Join Scheme

Households across the UK can apply for government-backed low- or no-interest loans for solar panels, batteries and heat pumps, with maximum borrowing of £35,000 for ground-source heat pumps.

Staff member • 27 Oct 2026 • 3 min read

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Government confirms State Pension Triple Lock changes from 2030 to help fund free personal care

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Thames Water Credit Rating Cut Further Into Junk Territory As £20bn Debt Crisis Deepens

Britain and Poland Sign Three-Year Defence Plan to Develop Missiles, Drones and Strengthen NATO’s Eastern Flank

Government Removes 25 Major Road Schemes From Funding Programme as Only 16 Projects Proceed

Heathrow Opens Eight-Week Consultation on Third Runway as Plans Reveal M25 Changes and Property Impacts

UK Government Borrowing Costs Hit Highest Level Since 2008 in £4.5 Billion Debt Sale Ahead of Budget

MPs Condemn Sizewell C Nuclear Deal as Taxpayers Face Billions in Financial Risks

New Respect Orders Come Into Force as Government Strengthens Anti-Social Behaviour Powers

Government Approves 800MW Solar Farm In Nottinghamshire Despite Agricultural Land Concerns

Britain To Lead Three New AUKUS Underwater Defence Projects As Allies Target 2027 Deployment

Government Launches Low-Interest Home Energy Loans Of Up To £35,000 As Ten Lenders Join Scheme

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