Proposed legislation, named Benedict's Law, will compel all staff in UK schools to undergo training for anaphylaxis and severe allergic reactions. The measure follows the tragic death of Benedict Blythe, a six-year-old, from an allergic reaction at school in 2021. The Department for Education supports the initiative, which aims to enhance allergy management and emergency response in educational settings.
An investigation has uncovered that arson attacks targeting properties linked to UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer were part of an extensive sabotage campaign directed by the Russian state. The handler, identified as Evgeny Lyukshin, a Russian diplomat, recruited individuals through social media for acts of vandalism and propaganda, offering financial incentives and Russian citizenship.
Reform UK has announced plans to implement a graduated tax on companies employing foreign nationals, aiming to reduce National Insurance contributions for British staff. The party argues this measure would prioritise British workers and address unemployment.
