British politician and human-rights advocate (1974–2016)
England’s prime minister is accelerating talks on a national care service with cross‑party support, aiming to fund reforms from existing budgets. Baroness Casey’s review will inform the plan, with a focus on pay for care workers and integration with the NHS. Officials say there will be no immediate tax rises as talks proceed.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has defended offering a former neo‑Nazi, Joshua Bonehill‑Paine, a role advising on culture and integration, amid protests from Jewish groups and victims. Bonehill‑Paine has withdrawn from standing in Crewkerne South for Somerset Council next year and may take an advisory position instead; critics question vetting and the impact on victims.
The UK has established a national day to honour victims and survivors of terrorism. The event recognises those affected, including families and first responders, and signals ongoing support and calls for improved access to compensation and legal assistance. Northern Ireland communities are urging local recognition as well.
Joshua Kerry is charged with preparing acts of terror in connection with the July 2026 murder of Ann Widdecombe. Prosecutors say the investigation linked him to targets including Farage; he appeared in court and remains in custody as the case proceeds. Multiple outlets report the development.
The home secretary has announced an urgent, independent review of protective security for public life and will expand police support to leaders of political parties who are not MPs, former MPs, peers and party spokespeople. The review, led by Sir Stephen Lovegrove, and a separate probe into MPs’ security by Robert Buckland, aim to strengthen protection in a dangerous environment.
Independent MP Helen Haines has been critically injured after a Toyota Land Cruiser struck her outside her Wangaratta electorate office on Monday. A 43-year-old man has been arrested and charged; police are treating the incident as deliberate and federal counterterrorism agencies are involved. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has linked the attack to rising political hostility.