Category: Society & Politics

JPMorgan Chase plans a 3 million-square-foot headquarters in Canary Wharf, London, becoming the city's largest office building. The £9.9 billion project, backed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Mayor Sadiq Khan, signals strong confidence in London's financial future.

The UK government cut the Stamp Duty Land Tax threshold to £125,000 from April 1, 2025, forcing buyers to pay tax on far more homes. First-time buyers now face a £300,000 cap, and investors face steeper surcharges — a £1.2bn revenue move with deep housing consequences.

On 26 Oct 2025 the UK will turn clocks back one hour, ending British Summer Time and shifting to GMT. Learn why it matters and what to expect.

Refugee Andrew Kueth, who settled in Shrewsbury, says he isn’t intimidated by British flags on streets, urging calm as debates flare over flag displays near asylum hotels. Shropshire Council says it won’t “police” flags unless needed but raised concerns about lamppost installations. The discussion highlights tensions between free expression, public safety, and how symbols are used.