UK government borrowing in February exceeded expectations at £10.7bn, the fourth-highest figure since 1993, putting pressure on chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her spring statement. For the financial year to February, borrowing reached £132.2bn, up £14.7bn from the previous year, surpassing the OBR’s forecast of £127.5bn. Reeves plans to announce further spending cuts to maintain fiscal discipline during the spring statement on Wednesday, aiming to balance the current budget by 2029-30.
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Fort Stewart shooting: How US military bases guard against internal threats
At Fort Stewart, Georgia, five soldiers were injured in a shooting incident when an active-duty sergeant opened fire, highlighting the persistent risk of insider threats within military bases. The attack, which has revived concerns about soldier safety, follows previous incidents, prompting military officials to emphasize the importance of ongoing active shooter training and security evaluations. Want More Context? 🔎
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