House of Commons (PTI file photo) (Representative photo) The British government has begun changing a law that has so far blocked the deportation of convicted grooming gang leader Shabbir Ahmed to Pakistan.Home Minister Shabana Mahmood announced in parliament on Monday that the government would amend the Immigration Act 1971 to remove legal protections for serious … Read more
Government raises fresh questions about Thames rescue deal/Photo – File Thames Water, Britain’s largest water supplier, took a big step towards government control after ministers formally raised concerns about a proposed £10bn bailout aimed at keeping the struggling utility afloat.The British government’s intervention casts new doubts about the company’s future. The company serves around 16 … Read more
The UK plans to create 300,000 new jobs as more than 1 million young people remain NEET. The UK government has announced plans to provide 300,000 new work experience and training opportunities over the next three years to tackle rising youth unemployment and economic inactivity.The scheme, which is backed by major employers including Manchester Airport … Read more
The UK government in London will mark the centenary of the birth of the late Queen Elizabeth II this month by setting up a new independent charity that will work to bring communities across the country together and deliver on her lifelong commitment to public service. New Queen Elizabeth II charity brings UK communities together … Read more
The British government in London is planning to significantly make it more difficult for immigrants to obtain permanent residency. If the proposals are passed, the UK will have tighter restrictions than most other high-income democracies. Britain could make migrants wait up to 20 years to settle – making it one of the longest waiting times … Read more
