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Kemi Badenoch outlined a series of bold policies at the Conservative conference, including abolishing stamp duty, reversing Labour's tax hikes, and scrapping the Climate Change Act. She aims to shift focus from climate commitments to economic growth, amid criticism from Labour and environmental groups. The story highlights the party's controversial policy direction as the election approaches.
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Prime Minister and Labour leaders signal plans to abolish the two-child benefit limit, aiming to reduce child poverty. The policy, introduced in 2017, restricts welfare claims for families with more than two children. Official figures show 4.5 million children live in poverty, with campaigners urging urgent action ahead of the November 26 Budget.
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NHS Tayside destroyed around 40 patient logbooks linked to disgraced neurosurgeon Sam Eljamel despite a 'do not destroy' order. The Scottish inquiry is investigating whether the destruction was gross negligence or malice, amid systemic failures and patient harm. The case highlights accountability issues within NHS Scotland.