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The economic state of Britain

27 October 2026

Many comments ahead of the Budget talk about the need to spend on defence and that welfare payments are unaffordable. The country’s finances are unsustainable, but not for the reasons government and economists say.

River Roding: dirty water

28 October 2026

The failure of privatised water companies seems unstoppable. Concerned local people try to take action, but run up against ineffective regulators.

Britain vs Houthis in Saudi

28 October 2026

The government has announced an expansion of its military support for Saudi Arabia. This marks further escalation in Britain’s entanglement in the Middle East.

Empty library shelves

28 October 2026

An academic study warns that England’s public library collections are being hollowed out. Yet public demand for books remains high.

National grid on the edge

27 October 2026

Something odd is happening with the national grid. Details are emerging about potential failures by the National Energy System Operator, the government owned body charged with keeping the power on.

Steel: more woe

27 October 2026

The steel industry has suffered a further blow with the liquidation of Liberty Steels Newport in south Wales. This is the latest liquidation in the complex web of companies in the Gupta group.

Jackdaw approval cautious welcome

27 October 2026

The government has reluctantly approved Jackdaw but still hesitates to commit to North Sea oil and gas. It is unable to reconcile energy security with its net zero aims.

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