Reform UK to launch local election campaign

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 16:04
Reform is hoping for major gains at it contests nearly all the1,600 council seats up for re-election on 1 May.

NI teachers reject 5.5% pay rise offer again

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 16:02
It is the second time that teachers have rejected the pay offer from the employers.

Swiss clinic helps grieving mum to die in secret

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 15:50
A grieving mum died on what her family thought was a holiday, despite clinic's promise to inform families.

PM hails £415m boost for North of England rail

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 15:45
Sir Keir Starmer says upgrading rail connections could "massively improve" people's lives.

Student jailed for 39 years for beach murder had 'rage against women'

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 15:45
Nasen Saadi was described in court as a "social misfit" who committed his crimes "to feel powerful".

Spring warmth to make comeback in UK with temperatures set to climb above 20C

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 14:44
The start of April could bring the warmest weather of the year so far - but will it last?

Spring warmth to make comeback in UK with temperatures set to climb above 20C

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 14:44
The start of April could bring the warmest weather of the year so far - but will it last?

Wife says 'Amie lives on' as beach killer jailed for at least 39 years

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 13:59
Amie Gray was stabbed in the heart and left for dead by Nasen Saadi in Bournemouth last May.

'Sensitive' army papers found scattered in street

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 13:00
A football fan finds piles of official military documents scattered along a street in Newcastle.

King seen for first time after short hospital visit

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:38
The monarch travelled to his Highgrove estate the day after he experienced side effects to cancer treatment.

King seen for first time after short hospital visit

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:38
The monarch travelled to his Highgrove estate the day after he experienced side effects to cancer treatment.

BBC backtracks on having adverts in some UK podcasts

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:36
The BBC says it "recognises strength of feeling about the plans" after other broadcasters objected.

UK car firms urge help as Trump tariffs loom

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:24
Manufacturers are expected to ask for state support ahead of next week's 25% tax on exports.

Man tried to kill police officer over grudge with authority

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:18
Alexander Dighton appeared at the Old Bailey accused of attempted murder and six other offences.

WH Smith name to disappear from High Street after sale

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:15
The 233-year-old chain will become TGJones but the WH Smith brand will continue at airports and railway stations.

WH Smith name to disappear from High Street after sale

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:15
The 233-year old chain will be become TGJones but the brand will continue at airports and rail stations.

Swinney to visit school hit by fires and sectarian graffiti

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 12:05
St Joseph's Primary School has been sprayed with offensive graffiti and there have been fires in children's play areas.

Women in court accused of stalking McCann family

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 11:48
Julia Wandel and Karen Spragg appear in court as part of an investigation into alleged stalking.

Women in court accused of stalking McCann family

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 11:48
Julia Wandel and Karen Spragg appear in court as part of an investigation into alleged stalking.

PM's communications chief quits after nine months

BBC - Fri, 03/28/2025 - 11:27
Veteran Labour spin doctor Matthew Doyle says "it's time to pass the baton" on in a shake-up of the PM's media team.