No. 79 · Monday, 26 October 2026
How many UK properties lost power as Storm Boelo swept across the country this weekend?
Why
Storm Boelo brought severe weather across the UK, with an amber wind warning issued and gusts recorded at up to 84mph in parts of Scotland.
BBCWhat is the total funding for rough sleeper support that Andy Burnham will allocate by the end of parliament?
Why
The Prime Minister announced a doubling of spending on ending rough sleeping, with Downing Street allocating a further £432m in this week's budget as part of his pledge to get rough sleepers off streets by Christmas.
GuardianWhich darts player won the European Championship after defeating Martin Schindler in the final?
Why
Ross Smith held off the home favourite Schindler to claim his second European Championship title, with world champion Luke Littler having been knocked out in the quarter-finals.
BBC SportIn a reported cabinet split over the Rosebank oilfield, which energy secretary is said to be leaning towards rejecting the controversial North Sea project?
Why
The Guardian reported a cabinet division over Rosebank, with the energy secretary leaning towards rejecting the project while Chancellor John Healey is said to favour it; the energy secretary ultimately holds the decision-making power.
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