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RAF Scampton could be transformed into housing for asylum seekers - but locals aren’t happy

Row as historic RAF base could be used to house 1,500 asylum seekers

The UK Government has been challenged to reverse “damaging” plans to tackle illegal migration – with a senior member of the Scottish Cabinet insisting the proposals will in fact “increase people’s risk of exploitation and destitution”.
The UK Government has been challenged to reverse “damaging” plans to tackle illegal migration – with a senior member of the Scottish Cabinet insisting the proposals will in fact “increase people’s risk of exploitation and destitution”.

Migration Bill will increase risk of exploitation, Scottish minister warns

Gary Lineker will reportedly be given a talking-to by the BBC following a social media post in which he appeared to compare Home Office policy to Nazi Germany.
Gary Lineker will reportedly be given a talking-to by the BBC following a social media post in which he appeared to compare Home Office policy to Nazi Germany.

Gary Lineker to be ‘spoken to’ after criticism of ‘cruel’ Home Office policy

On BBC Question Time on Thursday, the Private Eye editor mocked Robert Jenrick when the immigration minister defended the scheme.
On BBC Question Time on Thursday, the Private Eye editor mocked Robert Jenrick when the immigration minister defended the scheme.

Ian Hislop clashes with Robert Jenrick during BBC Question Time

Campaigners lost a High Court challenge against the Rwanda scheme.
Campaigners lost a High Court challenge against the Rwanda scheme.

Opposition parties insist Rwanda deportations are 'immoral'

George Eustice is the former environmental, food and rural affairs secretary. Picture: Leon Neal/Getty Images
George Eustice is the former environmental, food and rural affairs secretary. Picture: Leon Neal/Getty Images

Former environment secretary cites ‘serious problems’ with farm worker visas

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaking during the CBI annual conference at the Vox Conference Centre in Birmingham. Picture date: Monday November 21, 2022.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaking during the CBI annual conference at the Vox Conference Centre in Birmingham. Picture date: Monday November 21, 2022.

Rishi Sunak insists UK committed to using 'Brexit freedoms'

The minutes have been seen by the BBC
The minutes have been seen by the BBC

NHS chiefs in Scotland discuss having wealthy pay for treatment - reports

Migrant men wrapped in a blankets are kept behind barriers at the Manston airfield migrant processing centre during a visit by home secretary Suella Braverman. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images
Migrant men wrapped in a blankets are kept behind barriers at the Manston airfield migrant processing centre during a visit by home secretary Suella Braverman. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

Home Office minister criticises ‘cheek’ of complaints from illegal migrants

Home secretary Suella Braverman said Britain was suffering an 'invasion'. Picture: PA Images
Home secretary Suella Braverman said Britain was suffering an 'invasion'. Picture: PA Images

Sunak distances himself from Suella Braverman 'invasion' comments

Two British citizens Aiden Aslin, left, and Shaun Pinner, right sit behind bars in a Russian-backed courtroom in Donetsk.
Two British citizens Aiden Aslin, left, and Shaun Pinner, right sit behind bars in a Russian-backed courtroom in Donetsk.

Detainees Shaun Pinner and Aiden Aslin among five Britons released by Russia

Sajid Javid attends the launch of his campaign to be Conservative Party leader and Prime Minister
Sajid Javid attends the launch of his campaign to be Conservative Party leader and Prime Minister

Sajid Javid warns Tory party facing 'electoral oblivion'

The RMT general secretary, Mick Lynch, on a picket line outside St Pancras station in London as members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union begin their nationwide strike along with London Underground workers in a bitter dispute over pay, jobs and conditions. Picture date: Tuesday June 21, 2022.
The RMT general secretary, Mick Lynch, on a picket line outside St Pancras station in London as members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union begin their nationwide strike along with London Underground workers in a bitter dispute over pay, jobs and conditions. Picture date: Tuesday June 21, 2022.

Who is Mick Lynch and what did he say to Piers Morgan and Kay Burley?

Two Britons, Aiden Aslin and Shaun Pinner are sentenced to death alongside Moroccan national Saaudun Brahim, Russian media reports
Two Britons, Aiden Aslin and Shaun Pinner are sentenced to death alongside Moroccan national Saaudun Brahim, Russian media reports

Britons sentenced to death after ‘trial’ in Russian-occupied Ukraine

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has faced calls to resign her position in the past.
Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has faced calls to resign her position in the past.

Analysis: SNP taking advantage of lack of political accountability across UK

Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Picture: Victoria Jones/PA Wire
Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Picture: Victoria Jones/PA Wire

The shine is already coming off Boris Johnson's brand new Cabinet

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab was demoted in the reshuffle.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab was demoted in the reshuffle.

Dominic Raab ousted from Foreign Office in dramatic reshuffle

People wearing face masks among crowds of pedestrians in Covent Garden, London. Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to scrap social distancing and mask-wearing requirements on England's so-called "Freedom Day" of July 19. Photo: Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire
People wearing face masks among crowds of pedestrians in Covent Garden, London. Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to scrap social distancing and mask-wearing requirements on England's so-called "Freedom Day" of July 19. Photo: Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire

Data must continue to drive response - leader comment

The Communities Secretary said he hoped that the UK could move together when lifting Covid restrictions.
The Communities Secretary said he hoped that the UK could move together when lifting Covid restrictions.

Scottish Government insists 'ongoing need' for face coverings

Andrew Lloyd-Webber says he will will risk arrest so his theatres can open 'come...

Coronavirus in the UK: Holiday makers in Portugal to pay hundreds of pounds to beat quarantine deadline
Coronavirus in the UK: Holiday makers in Portugal to pay hundreds of pounds to beat quarantine deadline

Holiday makers in Portugal to pay hundreds of pounds to beat quarantine deadline

Health secretary Matt Hancock outside his home in north-west London, ahead of an appearance in the House of Commons. Picture: Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire
Health secretary Matt Hancock outside his home in north-west London, ahead of an appearance in the House of Commons. Picture: Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire

Matt Hancock faces MPs as Labour calls for health secretary's resignation

What time is Matt Hancock speaking today? When health secretary will respond to ...

Our readers are divided on an issue that the UK Government claim will 'unite the nation'
Our readers are divided on an issue that the UK Government claim will 'unite the nation'

Our readers react to news that says Union Jack to be flown at government sites

A teacher has been suspended at Batley Grammer School after showing pupils a caricature of the prophet Muhammad (Getty Images)
A teacher has been suspended at Batley Grammer School after showing pupils a caricature of the prophet Muhammad (Getty Images)

Why are images of Prophet Muhammad offensive to Muslims?

Liverpool City Council corruption: what did scathing report say about local authority and its CEO Tony Reeves? (Photo: Shutterstock)
Liverpool City Council corruption: what did scathing report say about local authority and its CEO Tony Reeves? (Photo: Shutterstock)

Why government officials will soon take over parts of Liverpool City Council

New guidance requires union flags to be flown on all UK Government buildings (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali, FILE)
New guidance requires union flags to be flown on all UK Government buildings (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali, FILE)

New guidance requires union flags to be flown on all UK Government buildings

Naga Munchetty and co-host Charlie Stayt commented on the Union flag which appeared behind Robert Jenrick (Getty Images/BBC)
Naga Munchetty and co-host Charlie Stayt commented on the Union flag which appeared behind Robert Jenrick (Getty Images/BBC)

Why has Naga Munchetty apologised for liking 'offensive' Union flag tweets?

Robert Jenrick was appearing on BBC Breakfast (Photo: BBC)
Robert Jenrick was appearing on BBC Breakfast (Photo: BBC)

Charlie Stayt tells minister on BBC Breakfast: 'Your flag is just a little bit s...

The UK’s Covid vaccination supply is set to see a reduction next month due to a reported delay in the delivery of millions of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine doses from India (Photo: Getty Images)
The UK’s Covid vaccination supply is set to see a reduction next month due to a reported delay in the delivery of millions of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine doses from India (Photo: Getty Images)

UK expected to see ‘significant reduction’ in Covid vaccine supply in April - he...

Cladding is the application of materials around the external surface of a building (Getty Images)
Cladding is the application of materials around the external surface of a building (Getty Images)

The UK cladding crisis explained - and what happened in the Grenfell fire

Tesco is temporarily limiting some essential items - but there’s no need to pani...

Police hold back drivers trying to enter the Port of Dover in Kent after French authorities announced that the coronavirus ban was lifted and journeys from the UK will be allowed to resume, but that those seeking to travel must have a negative test result.
Police hold back drivers trying to enter the Port of Dover in Kent after French authorities announced that the coronavirus ban was lifted and journeys from the UK will be allowed to resume, but that those seeking to travel must have a negative test result.

Lorry drivers clash with police in Dover

The Christmas relaxation will go ahead but UK Government set to issue stronger warnings
The Christmas relaxation will go ahead but UK Government set to issue stronger warnings

Christmas relaxation will go ahead but UK Government to issue stronger warnings

Christmas bubbles expected to go ahead - but the four nations may take differing...

Shoppers walk through Christmas lights on South Molton Street, in central London.
Shoppers walk through Christmas lights on South Molton Street, in central London.

'Easter can be the new Christmas' says senior minister

It is not known exactly what Priti Patel did, but one senior civil servant reportedly collapsed after being confronted by the Home Secretary (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
It is not known exactly what Priti Patel did, but one senior civil servant reportedly collapsed after being confronted by the Home Secretary (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Johnson fails to live up to his own fine words on bullying – Scotsman comment

Rumours are circulating about government plans for Christmas - here’s when it co...

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, right, sits with Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson, in Bute House. Mr Johnson has inflamed Scottish discontent with his Conservative government by reportedly saying that giving governing powers to Scotland had been a "disaster". Picture: Duncan McGlynn/Poo Photo via AP, File
Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, right, sits with Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson, in Bute House. Mr Johnson has inflamed Scottish discontent with his Conservative government by reportedly saying that giving governing powers to Scotland had been a "disaster". Picture: Duncan McGlynn/Poo Photo via AP, File

Scottish Tories react with 'pure fury' to Boris Johnson's devolution comments

The Scottish Saltire flies alongside the Union Jack and the European Union flags. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
The Scottish Saltire flies alongside the Union Jack and the European Union flags. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

SNP politicians 'frankly mad' for wanting indyref2 now, says UK minister

The UK Government has been accused of not being impartial after a review into the selection process for the Towns fund
The UK Government has been accused of not being impartial after a review into the selection process for the Towns fund

UK Government not ‘impartial’ says review into Towns fund allocation

Boris Johnson was recently accused in forthright terms by former Conservative MP Rory Stewart of being a consummate liar (Picture: Leon Neal/WPA pool/Getty Images)
Boris Johnson was recently accused in forthright terms by former Conservative MP Rory Stewart of being a consummate liar (Picture: Leon Neal/WPA pool/Getty Images)

Johnson must stop acting like Prime Minister of England – Kirsty Strickland

Nicola Sturgeon called for clarity from Westminster on whether the furlough scheme will be extended for Scotland (Shutterstock)
Nicola Sturgeon called for clarity from Westminster on whether the furlough scheme will be extended for Scotland (Shutterstock)

Will the furlough scheme be extended in Scotland?

Prime Minister Boris Johnso Photo: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images
Prime Minister Boris Johnso Photo: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

Analysis: Furlough confusion and UK Government U-turns

It is unclear if Scotland will have access to the furlough scheme in the event of another lockdown
It is unclear if Scotland will have access to the furlough scheme in the event of another lockdown

Confusion reigns as Government appears to backtrack furlough scheme for Scotland

Robert Jenrick
Robert Jenrick

Nicola Sturgeon demands 'clarity' on furlough scheme assurances

Prime Minister Boris Johnson refused to say how much support the region would get
Prime Minister Boris Johnson refused to say how much support the region would get

Boris Johnson refuses to say how much financial support Manchester will get

Greater Manchester is facing tighter restrictions.
Greater Manchester is facing tighter restrictions.

Manchester to face stringent restrictions as leaders fail to agree deal

Parking firms make bid to bring back clamping

The First Minister with Margaret Ferrier on the campaign trail last year
The First Minister with Margaret Ferrier on the campaign trail last year

Whataboutery is a pandemic as Margaret Ferrier debate shows - Euan McColm

Sir Keir Starmer walks through a pedestrianised area as he makes a visit to small businesses in Stevenage
Sir Keir Starmer walks through a pedestrianised area as he makes a visit to small businesses in Stevenage

Sir Keir Starmer’s sacking of Rebecca Long-Bailey shows up PM - Euan McColm

Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick in the House of Commons
Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick in the House of Commons

Labour asks for Parliamentary Standards probe into Robert Jenrick

European-style dining may become more common in the UK (Photo: Shutterstock)
European-style dining may become more common in the UK (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here's what dining out at a UK restaurant could be like when they reopen

Scottish Government First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announces that Scots are allowed to go outside for exercise more than once a day from Monday
Scottish Government First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announces that Scots are allowed to go outside for exercise more than once a day from Monday

Scots told to keep staying at home as Boris Johnson relaxes England rules

Prime Minister Boris Johnson.Picture: Jessica Taylor/PA Wire
Prime Minister Boris Johnson.Picture: Jessica Taylor/PA Wire

Concern and anger over ‘ambiguous’ coronavirus Stay Alert slogan

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Humza Yousaf speaks after being elected as new SNP party leader
Humza Yousaf speaks after being elected as new SNP party leader

Humza Yousaf faces ‘full in-tray’ as half of Scots think country on wrong path

Humza Yousaf pictured after being elected as the new SNP party leader (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Humza Yousaf pictured after being elected as the new SNP party leader (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Why unionists should not celebrate Yousaf's election as SNP leader

Hoy in the Orkney Isles. A petition has been launched on the island against plans by RSPB Scotland to cut its ranger position from a full-time to part-time position. PIC: Peter Stenzel/Flickr/CC.
Hoy in the Orkney Isles. A petition has been launched on the island against plans by RSPB Scotland to cut its ranger position from a full-time to part-time position. PIC: Peter Stenzel/Flickr/CC.

Island sorely ruffled by RSPB Scotland plans to cut warden's job