The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, addressed troubling allegations regarding her estranged father, Thomas Markle, after reports surfaced about disturbing images found at his former home. Thomas Markle, who denies these claims, has prompted Scotland Yard to search for a letter Meghan received in 2018 detailing these allegations. The situation has drawn significant media attention, highlighting the ongoing family tensions.
In economic news, speculation grows ahead of the upcoming Autumn Budget, with warnings from former Bank of England economist Andy Haldane against unfunded spending measures that could lead to a crisis similar to that of former PM Liz Truss. Chancellor John Healey is reportedly considering a £20bn lending boost aimed at job creation in key sectors, while discussions around online safety laws and potential EU rejoining continue among UK ministers.