Liberal Democrat Devon County Council leader Julian Brazil has stated that Sir Ed Davey is not the appropriate person to lead the party, suggesting the Liberal Democrats are moving towards political irrelevance. Brazil's comments highlight internal party dissatisfaction with its current direction.
A Fordingbridge rape victim, aged 14 at the time of the January 2025 attack, expressed her desire for "freedom" from fear after her teenage assailants received youth rehabilitation orders. The sentences are now being referred to the Court of Appeal for review following public outcry and concerns raised by the Attorney General.
A review led by former minister Alan Milburn indicates that one in six young people in the UK could be without education, employment, or training within five years. The report, commissioned by Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden, asserts that current education, health, and welfare systems are inadequate for preparing young people for adult life, potentially leading to a 'lost generation'.
