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Home Secretaries will be given new powers to sack chief constables who fail their communities.
Letter from HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary and HM Chief Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services to the Home Secretary on the inspection progress so far.
Enforcement raids skyrocket by 77% since the government came to power leading to an 83% increase in arrests.
Illegal working arrests and raids have reached their highest level after relentless activity by the Home Office’s Immigration Enforcement teams.
Record number of arrests and raids of illegal workers across the UK including 187 raids in Northern Ireland leading to 234 arrests.
Victims to be given more privacy with new rules blocking police from requesting counselling notes during investigations unless in exceptional circumstances.
Victims of the Home Office Windrush scandal will continue to receive dedicated advocacy support.
Dating apps and social media platforms must now prevent cyberflashing, as it becomes a priority offence under the Online Safety Act.
Hundreds of endangered species seized in crackdown on international wildlife smuggling.
Knife crime is falling and communities are safer thanks to a year of decisive action by the Home Office and the police.
114 people from Scotland who have contributed to their community and country are celebrated in His Majesty The King’s New Year Honours today (Dec 30).
67 people from Wales who have contributed to their community and country are celebrated in His Majesty The King’s New Years Honours List 2026 today.
HM The King’s New Year Honours List 2026 recognises community champions who have made outstanding contributions to their communities across the UK.
Almost 240,000 fake Labubus have been seized at the border in a blow to criminals looking to cash in on demand for this year’s must-have Christmas present.
In a major step forward for the modernisation of government communications, the UK Government has appointed media agency WPP Media, part of WPP, to provide media strategy, planning, and buying services across the public sect…
The UK government and European Commission gave a joint statement following the 17th meeting of the Specialised Committee on Citizens’ Rights.
People smuggling gangs storing small boats and engines in Germany now face 10 years in jail under new German legislation.
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) strategy will focus on healthy relationships and consent, and tackle relationship abuse through a new helpline.
Dame Carol Black GBE has been appointed to the role of independent adviser to the UK government on drugs for a 3-year term until November 2028.
Government pledges to make it impossible for children to take, share or view a nude image – partnering with tech companies.
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