National News

CPS boss vows better support for crime victims amid justice delays

Delays in the criminal justice system are probably worse than Ive ever known them to be, the countrys top prosecutor said as he vowed better support for victims..

New mortgages could help first time buyers borrow 52000 more says lender

A building society is increasing the maximum amount that first-time buyers can potentially borrow as a multiple of their earnings, with the launch of a new mortgage range..

Barnier ousted as Frances prime minister after losing vote of no confidence

Frances far-right and left-wing legislators joined together on Wednesday to vote for a no-confidence motion prompted by budget disputes that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier to resign..

Labour MP Id vote against inheritance tax changes if real vote held today

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has faced Labour pressure to amend her inheritance tax changes for farmers as a backbencher made clear his opposition to the current proposals..

Multibillion dollar money laundering system used by criminals and spies exposed

A multibillion-dollar money laundering network run by two Russian millionaires and used by UK drug dealers to hide criminal cash has been brought down in an international sting..