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Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
BREAKING: Gangs and people linked to people-smuggling named and shamed with new sanctions
Gang leaders and individuals linked to people-smuggling have been named and shamed today in a world's-first sanctions scheme. The government announced on Wednesday that 25 people "at the heart of people-smuggling networks" have been targeted. They include gang leaders based in the Balkans and North Africa , suppliers of people-smuggling equipment in Asia and money movers in the Middle East, the Foreign Office said. The individuals face having their assets seized and will be banned from entering the UK after being sanctioned. It is the first time any government in the world has announced such a scheme, which is similar to the targeting of Russian oligarchs linked to the invasion of Ukraine. Those named carried out a range of jobs facilitating dangerous crossings - from providing fake passports, transporting engine parts and moving cash. Ministers hope the move will help deliver a hammer blow to an industry which has grown to be worth over £10billion a year in the last five years. UK firms who deal with sanctioned individuals will face hefty fines worth hundreds of thousands of pounds. Foreign Secretary David Lammy said: 'This is a landmark moment in the government's work to tackle organised immigration crime, reduce irregular migration to the UK, and deliver on the Plan for Change. 'From Europe to Asia we are taking the fight to the people-smugglers who enable irregular migration, targeting them wherever they are in the world and making them pay for their actions. "My message to the gangs who callously risk vulnerable lives for profit is this: we know who you are, and we will work with our partners around the world to hold you to account.' It comes days after a landmark treaty was signed with Germany - where gangs have been found to store small boat components - to work together on people smuggling. Announcing the sanctions regime would be put in place earlier this week, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said: "The new sanctions regime marks a decisive step in our fight against the criminal gangs who profit from human misery. It will allow us to target the assets and operations of people-smugglers wherever they operate, cutting off their funding and dismantling their networks piece by piece." We'll be bringing you the latest updates on this Breaking Politics News story. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE. Get email updates on the day's biggest stories straight to your inbox by signing up for our newsletters. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name.
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Mirror
PM condemns 'unacceptable' attacks on police after violent Essex protest
Keir Starmer has condemned "unacceptable" attacks on police after a protest descended into violence in Essex. Six people have been arrested after another protest escalated"into mindless thuggery", police said, outside a hotel believed to house asylum seekers. More than 100 demonstrators assembled outside the Bell Hotel in Epping on Sunday evening, with some chanting "save our kids". Asked about the incident, the PM's spokesman said: "Peaceful protest is a cornerstone of our democracy but it is clearly unacceptable to see police coming under attack as they ensure a peaceful protest is able to take place." He added: 'I'll point you to the Essex police statement. It's very clear that they have got no concern with people who protest peacefully, but clearly criminal behaviour can never be tolerated.' Police said an officer was struck in the face with a bottle and taken to hospital, while a woman trying to get through the crowd had missiles thrown at her. The arrests included a 17-year-old male on suspicion of causing criminal damage to a police car. Four were arrested on Sunday for alleged offences during another protest on Thursday, police said. A 16-year-old male from south London was arrested on suspicion of going equipped to cause criminal damage, it added. Thursday's demonstration was one of a series of protests outside the hotel since 38-year-old asylum seeker Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu was charged with sexual assault after an incident where he is alleged to have attempted to kiss a 14-year-old girl. He denied the charge when he appeared at Chelmsford Magistrates' Court on Thursday. Last night, Essex Police said: "There were angry and violent scenes when a woman walked through the crowds. Missiles were thrown at her and a number of individuals were shouting abuse and trying to reach the woman. "Our officers walked alongside her until she left the scene in order to keep everyone on all sides safe and ensure no-one was hurt." It added: "An officer from Norfolk was struck in the face by a bottle and taken to hospital." A Section 35 dispersal order was put in place "to prevent further crime or anti-social behaviour", and a Section 60AA was activated to give officers the power to make "any individuals" remove their "face coverings and balaclavas". We'll be bringing you the latest updates on this Breaking Politics News story. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE. Get email updates on the day's biggest stories straight to your inbox by signing up for our newsletters. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name.
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Donald Trump diagnosed with medical condition after suffering with swollen legs
Donald Trump has been diagnosed with a medical condition after suffering with swollen legs, his Press Secretary has said. Speaking to US reporters in the White House, Karoline Leavitt said tests have revealed the President has "revealed chronic venous insufficiency". She said it is "a benign and common condition" and that Mr Trump is in "excellent health". Ms Leavitt also addressed bruising which had been noticed on Mr Trump's hands, which she said was due to "minor soft tissue irritation from frequent hand-shaking and the use of aspirin". She said: "I know that many in the media have been speculating about bruising on the president's hand and also swelling in the president's legs. In the effort of transparency, the President wanted me to share a note from his physician with all of you today. "In recent weeks, President Trump noted mild swelling in his lower legs, in keeping with routine medical care, and out of an abundance of caution, this concern was thoroughly evaluated by the White House medical unit." Ms Leavitt said the President underwent a "comprehensive examination", including diagnostic vascular studies and ultrasounds. She said the tests "revealed chronic venous insufficiency, a benign and common condition, particularly in individuals over the age of 70". She said: "Importantly, there was no evidence of deep vein thrombosis or arterial disease." She listed several tests Mr Trump had had, adding: "All results were within normal limits." She continued: "Recent photos of the president have shown minor bruising on the back of his hand. This is consistent with minor soft tissue irritation from frequent hand-shaking and the use of aspirin, which is taken as part of a cardiovascular prevention regiment. "This is a well-known and a benign side effect of aspirin therapy. And the President remains in excellent health." We'll be bringing you the latest updates on this Breaking Politics News story. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story HERE. signing up for our newsletters. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name.
Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Patients face NHS chaos as junior doctors announce exact date of strikes
Resident doctors will strike for five days from 7am on July 25 to 7am on July 30, the British Medical Association has announced. The band of medics - previously known as junior doctors - have demanded Health Secretary Wes Streeting come to the negotiating table "in the next two weeks" to avoid major disruption. In a statement, BMA resident doctors committee co-chairs Dr Melissa Ryan and Dr Ross Nieuwoudt said: "We met Wes Streeting yesterday and made every attempt to avoid strike action by opening negotiations for pay restoration. Unfortunately, the Government has stated that it will not negotiate on pay, wanting to focus on non-pay elements without suggesting what these might be. Without a credible offer to keep us on the path to restore our pay, we have no choice but to call strikes. "No doctor wants to strike, and these strikes don't have to go ahead. If Mr Streeting can seriously come to the table in the next two weeks we can ensure that no disruption is caused. The Government knows what is needed to avert strikes. The choice is theirs." We'll be bringing you the latest updates on this Breaking Politics News story. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name. You can sign up for Twitter alerts for breaking news here @MirrorBreaking_ and follow us for all the latest updates. Keep up-to-date with your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day by following us on Facebook at . See all our social accounts you can follow here:
Daily Mirror
08-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Resident doctors vote in favour of strike action sparking chaos for NHS
Resident doctors in England have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action which could see walks outs last until January next year, the British Medical Association (BMA) has announced. The band of doctors - previously known as junior doctors - are urging Health Secretary Wes Streeting to immediately negotiate a new pay deal after the vote result. NHS leader this week raised the alarm over possible strike action with fears thousands of appointments and operations could be cancelled again. Some 90% of resident doctors voted to take industrial action on a turnout of 55%. The ballot has provided a mandate for industrial action for six months, up to January 2026. Leaders of the resident doctors committee (RDC) at the BMA are clear that there is still time to avert strike action. RDC co-chairs Dr Melissa Ryan and Dr Ross Nieuwoudt said: 'Doctors have spoken and spoken clearly: they won't accept that they are worth a fifth less than they were in 2008. Our pay may have declined but our will to fight remains strong. 'We now find ourselves at a crucial crossroads. Last year when in opposition Mr Streeting said that the solution to strikes was to talk to resident doctors. It was as true then as it is now. He made a point of acting quickly to grasp the issue and negotiate a solution. Only a few weeks ago he again said he wanted to get back round the table with us. 'Now we will see if he can once again make the right decision. He needs to come forward as soon as possible with a credible path to pay restoration. All we need is a credible pay offer and nobody need strike. 'Doctors don't take industrial action lightly – but they know it is preferable to watching their profession wither away. The next move is the Government's. Will it repeat the mistakes of its predecessor? Or will it do the right thing and negotiate a path to full pay restoration and the restoration of doctors' confidence in our profession's future?' We'll be bringing you the latest updates on this Breaking Politics News story. Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you by following The Mirror every time you see our name. You can sign up for Twitter alerts for breaking news here @MirrorBreaking_ and follow us for all the latest updates. Keep up-to-date with your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day by following us on Facebook at . See all our social accounts you can follow here:
