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Key numbers around housing asylum seekers in UK hotels

Key numbers around housing asylum seekers in UK hotels

Afghans and Iranians were the most common nationalities among the 38,079 asylum seekers in hotels in December.

Amputee killed as burglar made off in his Mercedes, court told

Amputee killed as burglar made off in his Mercedes, court told

Marc Allen, 50, disturbed the intruder at his property in Erith, south-east London, who then snatched the keys to his car.

PwC fined £2.9m over audit of Sanjeev Gupta’s Wyelands Bank

PwC fined £2.9m over audit of Sanjeev Gupta’s Wyelands Bank

The Financial Reporting Council said there were ‘serious failings’ by the Big Four financial services group.

Fever-Tree and AG Barr enjoy rising sales of soft drinks

Fever-Tree and AG Barr enjoy rising sales of soft drinks

The two brands both saw improvements in annual revenue despite a slump in consumer confidence in the UK.

Plans for £9bn Lower Thames Crossing backed by minister

Plans for £9bn Lower Thames Crossing backed by minister

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has approved a development consent order application by National Highways for the new 14.5-mile crossing.

Suspended children’s surgeon: Review to look at care of almost 800 patients

Suspended children’s surgeon: Review to look at care of almost 800 patients

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust said the surgeon is co-operating with the review and it is not naming them for legal reasons.

Animal sanctuary opens ‘forever home’ for five lions rescued from Ukraine

Animal sanctuary opens ‘forever home’ for five lions rescued from Ukraine

Cam Whitnall, managing director of The Big Cat Sanctuary, said they are relieved ‘to have these lions safe and settled’ in Kent.

Woman died of injury to heart in South Wales shooting, inquest hears

Woman died of injury to heart in South Wales shooting, inquest hears

Joanne Penney, 40, died after being shot in the chest at an address in Llys Illtyd in Talbot Green on March 9.

Poppy Atkinson died of head injuries in sports pitch car collision, inquest told

Poppy Atkinson died of head injuries in sports pitch car collision, inquest told

On Tuesday, the acting senior coroner for Cumbria opened an inquest into the 10-year-old’s death.

SpaceX launch more than 4,000 miles away blamed for glowing spiral in UK skies

SpaceX launch more than 4,000 miles away blamed for glowing spiral in UK skies

The Met Office said exhaust fumes from a rocket launched in Florida caused the glowing celestial display.

Delay in trial over peacekeeper’s death in Lebanon ‘not acceptable’ – Harris

Delay in trial over peacekeeper’s death in Lebanon ‘not acceptable’ – Harris

The Tanaiste is to visit Irish peacekeeping troops in the country.

Shell boss sees pay jump as group vows to boost investor returns on cost savings

Shell boss sees pay jump as group vows to boost investor returns on cost savings

Wael Sawan’s total pay lifted by 9% to £8.6 million in 2024 as he landed a £2.9 million annual bonus and £3.9 million in share awards.

Meghan promises ‘girl talk’ and how to grow a business in new podcast

Meghan promises ‘girl talk’ and how to grow a business in new podcast

A trailer has been released for the duchess’s Confessions Of A Female Founder series, which begins next week.

Minister appears to criticise Chancellor over Sabrina Carpenter freebie

Minister appears to criticise Chancellor over Sabrina Carpenter freebie

Matthew Pennycook said he does not ‘personally think it’s appropriate’ to take a hospitality offering to gigs at the venue.

Shell vows to boost investor returns amid plans to cut costs and spending

Shell vows to boost investor returns amid plans to cut costs and spending

The oil giant has lowered its annual spending outlook to £15.5 billion to £17 billion over the next three years.

Harris holds call with ‘tax scam’ critic in US administration

Harris holds call with ‘tax scam’ critic in US administration

Ireland’s deputy premier has held a phone call with the US Secretary of Commerce.

Celebrity photographer captures ‘milestone’ school day photo for Gosh children

Celebrity photographer captures ‘milestone’ school day photo for Gosh children

Rankin has given seriously ill children a sense of normality after taking traditional school day photos.

Company has contract to house asylum seekers removed

Company has contract to house asylum seekers removed

Stay Belvedere Hotels houses people waiting for asylum decisions in 51 hotels in England and Wales, as well as the Napier Barracks in Kent.

What the papers say – March 25

What the papers say – March 25

A range of domestic and foreign political stories are vying for attention on the front pages

Stephen Fry to be knighted by the King for services to charity

Stephen Fry to be knighted by the King for services to charity

Sir Stephen, 67, known for BBC comedy Blackadder and hosting quiz show QI, will be honoured by the King at Windsor Castle on Tuesday.

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