UK News Daily Labour Leadership Race Intensifies, UK MP's Office Fire, Treasury Plans Business Rates Overhaul, UK Retailers Forecast Closures, and more...
Sep 12, 2025
Tensions rise in the Labour leadership race after a key resignation and cabinet reshuffle. A fire at an MP's office sparks arson investigations, but luckily, no injuries were reported. The Treasury is gearing up for a significant overhaul of business rates aimed at fostering growth and fairness. Meanwhile, UK retailers are raising alarms over potential store closures due to proposed business rate hikes. Additionally, a cleanup on the Thames has removed five million wet wipes, prompting calls to ban plastic versions.
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Mercury Prize Mixes Big Names And New Acts
- The 2025 Mercury Prize shortlist mixes established acts with a few debut albums, showing mainstream and emerging talent coexist.
- Genre diversity is notable, though metal, hard rock and classical are absent from nominations.
Trump's Controversial State Visit Planned
- Donald Trump will receive a full state visit with ceremonial events including a Windsor carriage procession and state banquet on Sept 18th.
- The visit is sensitive with expected protests and heavy security, and includes meetings with tech and finance leaders.
Referee Faces Severe Child Abuse Charge
- Former referee David Coote faces a severe child abuse charge and UEFA has banned him pending investigation.
- The allegations follow prior misconduct incidents and the case adds to his troubled public record.