The earliest that figure has been reached before was in 2022 on 27 August, Home Office data shows.
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Brian Cox returns to the Scottish stage as Edinburgh festivals begin
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Lindsay Lohan on motherhood, acting again and the Freaky Friday sequel
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Authorities jail 108 members of Imran Khan's party
Politicians denounced the rulings by the anti-terrorism court, which also disqualified six lawmakers.
Authorities jail 108 members of Imran Khan's party
Politicians denounced the rulings by the anti-terrorism court, which also disqualified six lawmakers.
University tuition fees in England and Wales rise to £9,535
Maintenance loans have also gone up, meaning students can borrow more to help with living costs.
Older driver rules 'could have saved mum's life'
Claire Eady is calling for new regulations after losing her elderly mother in a crash.
Stricter rules for older drivers could have saved my mum's life
Claire Eady is calling for new regulations after losing her elderly mother in a crash.
Heathrow Airport's expansion plans to cost £49bn
Heathrow says expansion is "urgent" for UK growth, but plans are heavily criticised over environmental concerns.
Flooded streets and subway systems as storms slam US East Coast
New York and New Jersey have issued a state of emergency for areas hit by the strong storm system.