The UK's full new state pension will rise by 8.5% to £221.20 per week from April 2024, equating to £11,502 annually. This increase, tied to the 'triple lock' mechanism, arrives as many individuals face an uncertain retirement income, with a significant proportion unaware of their projected state pension.
The Molly Rose Foundation argues that an under-16 social media ban, similar to Australia's, would be unenforceable. Instead, the charity advocates for restrictions on addictive platform features like autoplay and infinite scroll, which it claims contribute to child harm.
A Derbyshire Police officer has been removed from frontline duties, facing a criminal investigation for allegedly using artificial intelligence to fabricate evidential material in multiple cases. The Crown Prosecution Service is working with the police regarding potentially impacted cases, as inquiries into perverting the course of justice continue.
