Keir Starmer blocks UK bases for initial Iran strikes
Keir Starmer told MPs he blocked UK bases for initial US‑Israeli strikes on Iran, then allowed 'defensive' use after Teh...
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NI to levy fee on disqualified directors’ compensation payouts
NI introduces a time‑based DfE fee on distributing disqualified directors’ compensation—deducted first, split equally pe...
UK sets PPF levy ceiling at £1.473bn for 2026/27
DWP sets the PPF levy ceiling at £1.473bn for 2026/27, a 5% rise. We assess how this cap, and new levy powers, could sha...
UK marriage checks to accept UKVI share codes from 25 Feb
From 25 Feb 2026, registrars can use a UKVI share code to verify exempt status under sham marriage checks. No impact ass...
Ex-LCF CEO and wife admit restraint order breaches
Ex-LCF chief Michael Thomson and wife admitted breaching a court restraint order, held in contempt as the SFO probes £23...
Swansea court orders Afzal to repay £197k Bounce Back loans
Swansea Crown Court orders Zahid Afzal to repay £197,306 for Bounce Back Loan fraud. Restraint in place; we assess what ...