Badenoch criticises Farage over refusal to apologise for alleged racist remarks

Tory leader says head of Reform should ‘put on his big boy pants’ and apologise over allegations from ex-schoolmates

‘Greasy, salty, sugary’: why are children being bombarded with ultra-processed foods?

In this week’s newsletter: the global spread of UPFs into homes and schools; countdown to protect uncontacted people in Brazil; and the rise of TikTok job scams

Biggest reforms to policing since the 1960s ‘being threatened by lack of money’

Home secretary’s plans for a radical reshaping of policing in England and Wales could be delayed due to lack of funds

Asylum overhaul in UK could lead to rise in homelessness and backlogs, says report

National Audit Office says Shabana Mahmood’s plans may have ‘unintended consequences’ on stretched system

Christmas code-crackers: GCHQ reveals annual festive card for puzzle fans

Seven brainteasers feature in intelligence agency’s 2025 Christmas card, with covers designed by UK school pupils

Storm Bram batters Britain and Ireland with strong winds and heavy rain

More than 300 flood warnings or alerts across UK as homes left without power, sporting events cancelled and transport disrupted

Leader of Reform-run council accused of ‘authoritarian’ attempt to silence opposition

Worcestershire council leader Jo Monk sent city councillor Ed Kimberley a cease and desist letter over his criticism of her

‘I’m not going to hide again’: Stakeknife report met with relief by victims’ families

Killings of suspected IRA informers brought shame and fear but relatives have opportunity to step out of shadows

MI5 impeded inquiry into Stakeknife agent who murdered for IRA, says official report

Nine-year investigation paints highly critical picture of agency’s handling of double agent

Davey claims ‘historic victory’ for Lib Dems after tokenistic vote in favour of customs union with EU – as it happened

The vote will have no practical impact, despite Davey’s ‘historic’ claim