Evgenia Filimianova
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Evgenia Filimianova is a UK-based journalist covering a wide range of national stories, with a particular interest in UK politics, parliamentary proceedings and socioeconomic issues.
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People Smuggling Ringleader Jailed for 25 Years After Mediterranean Crossings
Migrants were charged up to £3,200 each for the perilous journey, fuelling a people smuggling operation estimated to have netted over £12 million.
Lucy Connolly Loses Appeal Over Controversial Social Media Post
The post by the former Tory councillor’s wife was made just hours after the Southport child murders.
Rule-Taking Fears Persist Following UK–EU Summit
Leaders praised the summit as a fresh start, but key agreements remain non-binding, and critics warn the UK is edging closer to EU rules without a say.
UK Eyes Overseas ‘Return Hubs’ to Speed Up Deportations of Failed Asylum Seekers
Government says facilities would ease asylum backlog, while critics call it an ‘imitation’ of the Rwanda scheme.
Remote Work Fails to Bridge Regional Divide, Study Finds
Flexible working benefits remain concentrated in London and the southeast, researchers say.
Providers Made Large Profits from Asylum Hotels but Haven’t Returned Excess, MPs Told
The number of people in UK asylum housing rose from 47,000 in 2019 to 110,000 in 2024.
UK Economy Faces New Tests Amid Push to Cut Migrant Labour
New migration rules aim to cut foreign labour, but experts warn the UK lacks the workforce to fill key gaps.
Cost of UK Public Bodies Soars as Quango Chiefs Earn Top Salaries
More than 300 quango executives earn more than the prime minister, with the Channel 4 CEO topping the list at £993,000.
Businesses Welcome US Trade Deal, But Critics Warn of Limited Gains
Critics say the UK gave up long-term leverage for short-term fixes, as farmers and MPs call for more transparency and protections.
Reform UK Faces Legal Barriers and National Constraints After Local Elections
Reform has pledged to slim down councils by cutting DEI roles, climate programmes, and remote work, warning affected staff to consider new careers.
