Supporters of the London Renters Union rally in Cavendish Square Gardens before a march through central London in December 2024. Labour pledges to limit upfront rent charges for tenants moving into properties, as landlords currently charge up to six months’ rent. Housing secretary Angela Rayner vows to end exorbitant upfront costs for renters, with MPs set to vote on amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill, which also includes banning no-fault evictions and addressing health and safety concerns.
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UK’s new invisible radio wave weapon that can take down ‘drone swarms’
The UK has successfully tested an invisible radio wave weapon, the Radio-frequency Directed Energy Weapon (RF DEW), capable of neutralizing drone swarms from up to 1km away, in the largest military trial to date. The Ministry of Defence reported that over 100 uncrewed aerial vehicles were tracked and engaged, demonstrating the weapon's potential to safeguard critical infrastructure against UAV threats. With an investment of over £40 million, the RF DEW offers a cost-effective alternative to...
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