Labour MP Naz Shah turns on Kim Leadbeater’s ‘fundamentally flawed’ assisted dying bill

Analysts warn that Donald Trump's trade tariffs will still impact the UK economy, even if a deal is secured with Washington. Goldman Sachs downgraded their economic forecasts, predicting a 0.8% growth for the UK in 2021 and 1.2% in 2026 due to negative spillovers from EU trade tariffs. The Trump administration's upcoming tariffs are expected to average 15%, affecting global markets significantly. Full Article

The UK's ETA visa waiver will be mandatory for EU/EFTA nationals starting April 2nd, with a fee of €12 increasing to €19 on April 9th. British dual nationals with an expired British passport and valid French passport are required to apply for an ETA, despite conflicting advice from official sources. A glitch in the application process prevents dual nationals from declaring their British nationality, causing confusion and inconsistencies in the guidance provided by the UK...

Every month, the Premium Bonds winning numbers are announced, giving savers the chance to win cash prizes ranging from £25 to £1 million. With 24 million participants and over £127bn banked in the government-backed savings scheme, the odds of winning are 22,000-to-one. Despite a 4% 'interest rate' when considering all winnings, most savers will not see significant returns, as many UK savings accounts offer higher and more consistent interest rates. Full Article

The Holy Synod of the Polish Orthodox Church decided to canonize the Katyn Martyrs on March 18, naming several individuals as saints to be included in the diptych of saints of the church. The official canonization is set for September 17, 2025, the same day the Soviet army entered Poland in 1939. The decision also addressed other issues, such as theological dialogue with other churches and expressing concern about religious education in schools. Full Article

Downing Street has acknowledged that the UK is likely to face Donald Trump's tariffs this week, as the US president threatens a global trade war, causing fears of a global recession. Despite efforts to negotiate an economic deal with the US, the UK may not be exempt from Mr. Trump's plans to impose tariffs on imports from around the world, leading to losses on the FTSE 100 stock exchange and volatility on Wall Street. The...

The National Trust has reportedly culled the last four goats living on Brean Down in Somerset, due to poor health including tuberculosis (TB) and concerns about their restricted gene pool. The goats, known for scaling cliffs in the area, were put down after tests confirmed the presence of TB. The charity stated that the culling was necessary for wildlife management and welfare reasons, with the goat population on Brean Down dwindling in recent years. Full...