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PC Daniel Rusling has been sentenced to eight weeks in custody, suspended for 12 months, after assaulting a 13-year-old boy seeking help outside Monkton Park police station in Wiltshire. The officer admitted to assault by beating, and his actions are under review in a gross misconduct hearing.
Ben Cullen, a member of the Raise the Colours Oxfordshire group, is scheduled to appear at Reading Crown Court after being charged with multiple counts of making indecent images of children. The offences allegedly occurred on 25 March 2021, involving category A, B, and C images. Following these allegations, the wider group has distanced itself from Cullen.
Nigel Farage expressed concern over a threat to his life after posting a photo of graffiti in Folkestone that read “Assassinate Nigel Farage.” The Reform UK leader is under scrutiny regarding a £5 million donation intended for personal security, as he confirmed willingness to accept more funds from billionaire backer Christopher Harborne.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a multi-billion-pound spending review aimed at improving security, health, and economic conditions for communities across the UK, particularly outside London and the South East.
Police Scotland are treating the death of 19-year-old Cole Cooper, whose body was discovered in Banknock, as unexplained, following a month-long search after he was reported missing.
A crime gang was dismantled after producing “assassination kits” that included handguns, silencers, and ammunition, with extensive police investigation revealing their operations.
The UK government has imposed sanctions on Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich for inciting violence against Palestinian civilians, in coordination with Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and Norway.
Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich will both face a travel ban and have their assets frozen as part of the measures announced by the UK foreign secretary.
The UK is one step closer to a new nuclear power plant after the government announced a further £14.2bn in funding.
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