The Bank of England’s governor, Andrew Bailey, emphasized the importance of rebuilding relations with the EU post-Brexit while acknowledging the economic consequences of the decision. The UK economy has been negatively impacted, particularly in goods trade, and faces challenges from geopolitical shocks and global economic fragmentation. Chancellor Rachel Reeves echoed the need to reset the UK’s relationship with the EU and outlined plans to reform the pension system to spur growth. Bailey also highlighted the UK’s struggling productivity and fragmented pension system as areas needing attention for economic improvement.
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Decapitated head wrapped in tin foil handed in to police
The head of a decapitated man found in Lisbon was handed to police by a student who is now charged with aggravated homicide and desecration of a corpse. The student confessed to the murder, claiming he had only met the victim hours prior, while investigations confirmed the head and body belonged to the same individual, with no clear motive established. Want More Context? 🔎
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