Sakey Starmer is focusing heavily on crime in his manifesto. Labour's second national mission, to make our streets safe and stop criminals getting away without punishment. Both party leaders want to seem tough on these issues ahead of next year's general election. A rethink of policing may ultimately lead to more people needing their day in court.
Links with China and allegations of surveillance have highlighted the threat that the social-media app may pose to national security. There is bipartisan support for some regulation—but could there be an outright ban? Britain’s courts are falling into disrepair, delaying justice for thousands. And the eco-friendly alternative to traditional burials.
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