Government's climate policies must be implemented 'proportionately and pragmatically' – Sunak
The current government climate strategy outlines policies and proposals for decarbonising all sectors of the UK economy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
Illegal Migration Bill set to become law after government survives final challenges from the House of Lords
The end of the stand-off between peers and MPs paves the way for the bill to receive royal assent, with the bill seeking to address one of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's five stated priorities.
Record number of students apply for computing courses amid rise of AI
The steep rise in the popularity of tech courses correlates with the rapid development of artificial intelligence over the past 12 months.
Government offers pay rises to millions of UK public sector workers
The offer comes amidst a backdrop of widespread strikes across the public sector over the past few months, with the government suggesting pay rises of between six per cent and 6.5 per cent for 2023-24.
Turkey agrees to back Sweden's NATO bid
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has agreed to support Sweden's bid to join Nato, the military alliance's chief Jens Stoltenberg says.
Rishi Sunak's pledge to 'stop the boats' will cost the UK £169,000 per immigrant
The revelation is part of an Impact Assessment of the Government's new Illegal Migration Bill, which was introduced to Parliament in March.
UK underperforming on treatable health conditions, new report shows
The King's Fund, an independent think tank involved with work relating to the health system, said the UK health system's poor performance on avoidable deaths should be a serious concern for political leaders and policy-makers.
Government announces £21 million AI investment for NHS
£21 million will be invested in AI developments across the NHS, the Government announced today. The funding will allow NHS Trusts to accelerate the deployment of the most promising AI tools across hospitals.
Bank of England set to increase interest rate for the 13th time in a row
The Bank of England is expected today to raise the interest rate for the 13th time in a row, despite recent forecasts of an improving economic outlook.
Generative AI is 'the next productivity frontier', report says
Generative AI is poised to unleash the next wave of productivity, according to a new report stating that it could add the equivalent of $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually across 63 use cases.
AI could be used to provide 'personalised learning' to schoolchildren, Rishi Sunak says
Artificial intelligence (AI) could be used to provide "personalised learning" to children at school, says Rishi Sunak.
AI could help produce weapons that 'kill humans' in just two years' time, Rishi Sunak's adviser warns
Artificial Intelligence could have the power to be behind advances that "kill many humans" in just two years' time, Rishi Sunak's adviser has warned.
Sunak failing to deliver on priorities, say Britons in new poll
Almost 6 months since Rishi Sunak set out the five priorities his government would tackle, an Ipsos poll shows Britons believe he is failing.
Labour MP Geraint Davies loses whip over sexual harassment allegations
Davies, who has represented constituency Swansea West since 2010, now facing an investigation after the allegations were made anonymously.
New video AI a 'game changer' for businesses, claims its creator
Today, StoryKit, a major video software company, announced the release of "video AI" product descriptions, with the CEO describing it as a "game-changer".
Asylum decisions taken by the Home Office have fallen by 18% since December, new analysis shows
Asylum decisions have fallen by 18 per cent since December, according to an analysis conducted by the Home Office, revealing the backlog had risen to 172,758 at the end of March.
The new pandemic? Mental health issues driving the rise in persistent absences from school
Despite the World Health Organisation declaring the pandemic over, its effects are still felt today, with a death toll totalling over 226,000 in Britain alone.
Major new study reveals 72% of companies have now mandated a return to the workplace
A major new study has revealed that 72 per cent of companies globally have now mandated a return to the workplace, with 42 per cent now reporting a higher level of employee attrition.
The UK will lead on limiting the dangers of artificial intelligence, says PM Rishi Sunak
The UK will lead on "guard rails" to limit the dangers of AI, says Rishi Sunak, signalling that the government may seek to adopt a more cautious approach to the development of AI.
Global warming set to break crucial 1.5C limit for first time
The world's temperature is likely to surpass the 1.5C limit for the first time, scientists predict, warning that the development of El Niño will "most likely lead to a new spike in global heating".
Children in England are best readers in the Western world, new study suggests
According to a new study, children in England are better at reading than anywhere else in the Western world.
Elon Musk announces new Twitter boss as Linda Yaccarino
Elon Musk has announced he has appointed a new CEO of Twitter, with hopes that her background in advertising and sales will help provide a welcome boost to a company swamped in debt and clouded by controversy.
UK interest rates raised for 12th time in a row to highest level for almost 15 years
UK interest rates have been raised for the 12th time in a row in a further attempt by the Bank of England to slow the rising cost of living, increasing the Bank's base rate from 4.25 to 4.5 per cent.
Starmer revels in Sunak's election woes at PMQs
Throughout a fiery two-hour exchange with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, the Labour leader seemed revitalised by his party's success in the local elections.
Local election results show Labour on course to win majority in general election
Last night's local elections across the UK were billed as a crucial indicator of the next general election, with the Labour Party building a double-digit lead over the Conservatives.
The traditional education system is creating a skills gap in Britain
Over the past few months, the demand for qualified IT professionals in the UK has soared, and the education system can't keep up, with recent studies finding that high-quality internet connectivity and consistent digital experience are "crucial".
Crisis worsens in Sudan as thousands are evacuated in airport chaos
A volatile political situation spilt over into a power struggle between the main factions of the military regime who currently wield control of the Republic.
Inflation takes food prices nearly 9% higher than this time last year
Just when it looked like we reached a turning point in the fight against inflation, figures from last-month show its impacts are still biting retailers. Inflation has taken food prices 8.9% higher than this time last year.
More businesses are increasing days in the office - is remote work dying?
Mandating an increase in days in the office does not address why staff are reluctant to return, warns global workplace creation expert Unispace.
Recent report reveals only one in 40 UK companies adopt net zero targets
Only one in 40 UK companies have fully adopted the most challenging "gold standard" targets for setting a course to net zero, a report by the IPPR has revealed.