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Britain's domestic intelligence chief has issued a grave warning, stating that the country faces a greater terrorism threat today than on 9/11, with future attacks potentially more difficult to foresee. This concern is being reinforced by government officials and editorial pieces, urging increased national security awareness.

In other domestic news, the UK economy has shown unexpected growth of 0.4%, a positive development that has been highlighted by political figures. Meanwhile, a significant parliamentary vote is set to take place on assisted dying legislation, sparking renewed debate across England and Wales.

Additionally, police have reportedly been authorized to use new powers, including face scanning, to manage small-boat protesters wearing face coverings, following recent disturbances.

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MI5 Warns of Elevated Terror Threat

The Director General of MI5, Ken McCallum, has issued a grave warning that Britain faces a greater terrorism threat than it did on 9/11, stating that future attacks may be harder to anticipate. This concern is echoed in editorial pieces and by Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who emphasized the ongoing risk to democratic societies.

The Independent MI5 chief warns Britain faces greater danger now than on 9/11 ↗
The Independent MI5 chief: 25 years after 9/11, we may not see the next terror shock coming ↗
The Independent The Independent View: We must take national security more seriously ↗
The Independent Terror ‘still knocks at door of democracy’, Burnham says ↗

Unexpected Economic Growth Boosts UK

The UK economy experienced an unexpected growth of 0.4%, a development seen as positive for the government and figures like Prime Minister Andy Burnham.

The Independent UK economy unexpectedly grew 0.4% in boost for Burnham ↗

Parliament to Vote on Assisted Dying Law

Members of Parliament are set to cast a new vote on legislation concerning assisted dying in England and Wales, a decision that has ignited significant debate surrounding end-of-life choices.

The Independent Assisted dying law faces vote amid fierce debate on end-of-life choice ↗
The i Paper MPs to vote again on legalising assisted dying in England and Wales ↗

Police Deploy Face Scanning Against Protesters

Following disturbances related to small-boat demonstrations in Dover and Portsmouth, police are reportedly authorized to use full powers, including face scanning, to stop protesters wearing face coverings.

The i Paper Police operation targets small-boat protesters with face scanning ↗

Grandmother Questions Criminal Justice System

A grandmother has shared her poignant story and raised concerns about the criminal justice system's handling of children, after her daughter and granddaughter were convicted of murder.