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The UK is close to finalising an agreement to rejoin the EU's Erasmus student mobility scheme by January 2026, aiming for participation from 2027. The move signals a shift towards closer EU relations after Brexit setbacks, amid ongoing negotiations on defense and trade agreements.
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UK political and industry leaders are debating whether to expand North Sea oil and gas production amid economic, energy security, and climate concerns. Labour faces internal divisions over balancing energy needs with climate commitments, while government officials highlight reliance on imports and job preservation. The debate reflects broader tensions over energy policy and climate goals.
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The new UK home secretary, Suella Mahmood, has inherited a record-breaking migrant crossing crisis, with over 30,000 crossings this year. She has pledged to strengthen border security through international cooperation, including a new returns deal with France, and plans to move asylum seekers into military barracks amid mounting political pressure.