The Independent looks at Rachel Reeves’ options as she looks to fill the gaping hole in Britain’s public finances this autumn
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‘Hypocritical’ Badenoch calls for Tory councils to launch legal challenges against asylum hotels
Tory leader has encouraged local authorities to ‘take the same steps’ as Epping Forest District Council
Man fires crossbow at police officer after stabbing neighbour
Footage shows a man firing a crossbow at a police officer from close range, having just stabbed his neighbour.
Asylum hotels latest: Number of migrants in hotels rises under Labour but deportations up by 25%
Labour-run councils are among those considering legal actions against hotels housing asylum seekers
Labour MSP Colin Smyth charged over indecent images
The South of Scotland MSP was arrested on Tuesday and is due to appear in court at a later date
The surprising trick that could help you tackle your daily chores
A study that analysed 80 daily activities found that daily tasks are better enjoyed alongside others
Chris Philp challenged on why he didn’t encourage councils to take legal action over asylum hotels when Tories were in power
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp has defended Kemi Badenoch’s call for Conservative councils to consider legal challenges against the use of hotels to house asylum seekers.
Top GCSE grades increase as boys narrow gap on girls
The proportion of entries getting at least a 4 or a C grade considered a ‘standard pass’ has fallen
How an ancient cow’s tooth could help solve the mystery of Stonehenge
New evidence confirms link between Stonehenge and two quarries in Wales believed to be sources of historic Wiltshire landmark’s legendary standing bluestones
Will Hurricane Erin end UK’s dry spell? Met Office issues new rain forecast
Hurricane Erin, which is currently over the Atlantic Ocean, could bring wet weather to the UK in the coming days