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Transport Secretary confirms the high-speed rail project’s price tag has nearly doubled, with trains now slower than originally promised. The government insists work will continue despite the staggering overrun.
British Royal Air Force fighter jets in the Middle East will receive new anti-drone missile systems by 2026, slashing costs to counter Iranian-backed UAV threats. The £4.2 million deal marks a shift from costly interceptors to precision-guided munitions.
The £131 million Melton Mowbray bypass has been officially named Pork Pie Way after winning 65% of a public vote. The four-mile route, set to open in phases by Monday, cuts through the town’s historic centre, easing gridlock and marking a landmark for Leicestershire’s infrastructure.