No. 87 · Tuesday, 3 November 2026
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood revised her immigration settlement plans this week, making an exception for which group of migrant workers?
ACare workers
Why
Mahmood softened her hardline 15-year wait for settlement, creating an exception allowing care workers to apply for indefinite leave to remain after five years instead.
BBC UKAt the Commonwealth summit this week, which approach did PM Andy Burnham say he would use when seeking input on Britain's formal slavery apology?
AStructured dialogue with affected nations
Why
Burnham indicated he would pursue structured dialogue with countries affected by Britain's role in slavery to help shape the expected formal apology at the Antigua and Barbuda summit.
Guardian UKBy which year does the National Cyber Security Centre expect AI-powered malware to be used to attack UK critical infrastructure like power stations and hospitals?
D2028
Why
The NCSC warned that AI-powered malicious software is 'highly likely' to be used in hacking attacks against the UK's essential infrastructure by 2028.
Guardian UKWhich DUP MP quit the party this week over its handling of the contentious Drumcree parade row?
BCarla Lockhart
Why
MP Carla Lockhart quit the DUP after calling for First Minister Michelle O'Neill to be removed from office over the Drumcree parade dispute.
BBC UK