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The UK government has announced an increase in tuition fees for English universities, raising the cap from £9,250 to £9,535 starting in September 2025. This marks the first fee increase in eight years, aimed at addressing financial pressures in the higher education sector amid rising costs and declining international student numbers.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer is intensifying efforts to combat people smuggling as he announces new international agreements with Serbia, North Macedonia, and Kosovo. This comes amid rising concerns over the humanitarian crisis faced by refugees and the deadliest year for Channel crossings, with over 60 fatalities reported.
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The trial of Urfan Sharif, his partner Beinash Batool, and uncle Faisal Malik commenced at the Old Bailey, where they face charges of murdering 10-year-old Sara Sharif. Sara was found dead in August 2023, with evidence of extensive abuse. All three defendants have pleaded not guilty, and the trial is expected to last until December 13, 2024.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a new strategy to combat people smuggling at the Interpol General Assembly in Glasgow. The plan includes a £150 million funding boost for the Border Security Command and a counter-terrorism approach to tackle organized immigration crime, emphasizing international cooperation.