Courts can now impose unlimited fines, curfews and treatment orders on adults causing harassment or distress in England and Wales.
Chancellor John Healey faces pressure to restore fiscal headroom while honouring manifesto pledges not to raise income tax, VAT or National Insurance.
Nearly 130,000 parents paying over 90% of maintenance due as government reports sharper compliance and faster customer service.
Negotiators made progress on services, investment and digital trade as the UK seeks to expand commercial ties worth £28.3 billion annually.
UK companies secure contracts to build schools, water systems and power networks in Guinea and Benin, with government guarantees creating jobs at home.
Government announces measures to prevent wheelchair damage and improve staff training as Civil Aviation Bill progresses through Parliament.
New urgent treatment centres and ambulance fleets among 14 schemes to ease pressure on emergency departments during challenging winter months.
Competition and Markets Authority moves to give Microsoft strategic market status amid concerns over bundling practices and customer choice in workplace tools.
Andy Burnham announces new guarantees for under-25s including mental health support and work placements, with 100,000 hospitality jobs on offer
Minister warns difficult fiscal decisions ahead but commits to building CCUS infrastructure across industrial heartlands
