Apple and Google have agreed to enhance transparency in their app store vetting processes under a voluntary agreement with the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The tech firms will avoid discriminating against third-party apps and will not misuse data from these apps. However, the CMA’s commitments have been described as “lightweight” by Tom Smith,…

HSBC and Barclays are facing a $12bn lawsuit linked to a Jersey trust associated with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. The claim, filed by Tanya Dick-Stock and Darrin Stock in Colorado, alleges breach of trust and dishonest assistance regarding improper asset transfers via La Hougue. The lawsuit claims La Hougue engaged in extensive fraud, including fake…

David Corker from Corker Binning is the second lawyer seen leaving the house of Peter Mandelson, who is under criminal investigation after revelations about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Mandelson allegedly passed market sensitive information to Epstein while he was in government.

Justice Secretary David Lammy has announced plans for new supermax-style prison units to enhance safety for jail staff. Following a violent incident involving Hashem Abedi at HMP Frankland, a review by Jonathan Hall KC highlighted the need for improved security measures. Mr Hall’s review recommended the creation of a “tiered separation centre system,” with prisoners…

Peter Mandelson has been reported to the Metropolitan Police by the SNP and Reform UK after emails suggest he shared sensitive Government information with Jeffrey Epstein in 2009. The Met confirmed it received reports of alleged misconduct in a public office and will assess them for potential criminal investigation. Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown condemned…

People smugglers promoting illegal crossings into the UK on social media may face up to five years in prison under new legislation introduced through the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act, which was passed last year. The new rules mean immigration authorities will no longer have to prove online ads had led to crossings, as…