The UK government plans new anti-terror legislation, enabling the proscription of state-backed entities like Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC). This move, expected by the King's Speech on 13 May, will criminalise support for such groups, following calls from Labour MPs and a history of alleged IRGC involvement in UK incidents.
The European Union's new Entry/Exit System (EES), requiring biometric data from non-EU citizens, is now largely operational across the Schengen Area. While designed to enhance security and streamline travel, concerns persist regarding potential delays, particularly at busy transport hubs.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has asserted that the UK must develop greater resilience to withstand frequent international "shocks," arguing that the nation should not be at the "mercy of events abroad." His comments come during a crucial diplomatic trip to the Gulf, coinciding with heightened tensions surrounding the Iranian conflict and its economic ramifications.
OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, has paused its multi-billion-pound 'Stargate UK' data centre project, citing high energy costs and regulatory uncertainty. This move could impact the UK's ambition to become an 'AI superpower'.
