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Seven prime ministers later, Larry the Cat is still running Downing Street

Larry is recovering after a minor operation. We look back at 15 years in Downing Street, seven prime ministers and Cameron’s Commons declaration of love.

By Charlotte Mercer • 10 October 2026 • 3 min read

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Britain joins seven nations in opposing Trump sanctions against International Criminal Court

Britain and seven allies oppose US sanctions against the ICC in a joint declaration published on 9 October, warning of consequences for its work and staff.

Charlotte Mercer • 10 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

Labour

UK Vows to Maintain Russia Sanctions Following Trump–Putin Diesel Deal

Downing Street reaffirms sanctions and support for Ukraine after Donald Trump announces a Russian diesel agreement and the US issues a related licence.

Charlotte Mercer • 10 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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Northern Ireland Secretary Bans Drumcree Parade After Two-Week Stand-Off

Chris Bryant has prohibited the disputed Drumcree procession after police warned of serious disorder, prompting contrasting nationalist and unionist reactions.

Charlotte Mercer • 10 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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Yorkshire Declared in Drought as Water Pressures Spread Across England

The Environment Agency has declared drought in Yorkshire following months of low rainfall, with rivers and reservoirs depleted despite recent rain.

Charlotte Mercer • 10 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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Two Men Arrested Under National Security Act After Breach at RAF Base Housing US and NATO Intelligence Operations

Two men were arrested following a perimeter breach at RAF Molesworth. Counter-terrorism police are investigating their suspected National Security Act offence.

Charlotte Mercer • 9 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

Labour

Burnham Announces £48m Dementia Research Partnership

A £48 million government-industry partnership will support dementia research, with £33 million of public funding and a focus on clinical trial recruitment.

Charlotte Mercer • 9 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

Labour

Labour Announces Overhaul of ADHD and Autism Assessments Following Independent Review

Ministers plan wider regulation of ADHD and autism assessments, a review of advertising and national NHS prices following the Fonagy review.

Charlotte Mercer • 9 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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Police-Recorded Hate Crimes Rise 7% to 146,825 in England and Wales

Home Office figures show a 7% increase in police-recorded hate crime, with racial and religious offences rising while three other categories declined.

Charlotte Mercer • 9 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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High Court Confirms Search Warrants in Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Investigation Were Unlawful

The High Court heard that warrants used to search Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s properties were unlawful. Police confirm the investigation continues.

Charlotte Mercer • 9 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

Labour

Labour Holds Starmer’s Former Seat as Green Leader Zack Polanski Loses By-Election

Sagal Abdi-Wali wins Holborn and St Pancras for Labour with 12,292 votes, defeating Green leader Zack Polanski by a majority of 3,364.

Charlotte Mercer • 9 Oct 2026 • 2 min read

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