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Research reveals that 76% of responses to the UK government’s disposable vape ban consultation were generated by AI bots in a coordinated attempt to influence policy.

Chancellor John Healey will use Wednesday’s budget to announce hundreds of millions in funding for AI security and a distinctively British approach to technology.

A cross-party group of MPs says the NHS must expand access to weight loss drugs like Mounjaro. Current plans cover only 6% of eligible patients.

Nvidia, Microsoft, and Cisco warn the UK government has 12 months to prevent US-style public opposition to AI datacentre construction.

A coalition of 150 experts urges an inquiry into air pollution health inequalities, citing data that shows higher exposure in lower-income areas and rising hospital admissions for children.

The UK government has pledged £140m to boost NHS urgent care capacity as Health Secretary Yvette Cooper warns of a difficult winter ahead for the health service.

The NHS waiting list for routine hospital treatment in England rose to 7.37 million in August, prompting warnings from senior health leaders about mounting winter pressures.