Experts to investigate student loan fraud claims

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 18:13
The education secretary says claims of student loan fraud point to one of the "biggest financial scandals" in the university sector.

Man charged with escaping from prison van

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 15:34
The 33-year-old is charged with escaping from lawful custody after allegedly fleeing from a prison van.

More than 5,000 migrants cross Channel in 2025

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 15:08
It is the earliest point in the year that crossings have reached 5,000 since recent records began.

Family of couple held by Taliban fear for their health

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 14:11
Peter and Barbie Reynolds were arrested by the Taliban in February while returning to their home in Bamiyan.

'Barely conscious' man rescued from Loch Lomond

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 13:49
The man was found in the water near Balmaha in the early hours of Sunday.

UK must stand up to 'bully' Trump, says Ed Davey

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 13:11
Lib Dem leader says UK should "hit back with tariffs of our own" and co-ordinate a with the EU and Canada.

UK must stand up to 'bully' Trump, says Ed Davey

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 13:11
Lib Dem leader says UK should "hit back with tariffs of our own" and co-ordinate a with the EU and Canada.

Radio DJ and presenter Andy Peebles dies aged 76

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 12:58
BBC broadcaster Andy Peebles, the last man to interview John Lennon, dies at the age of 76.

Chancellor defends taking free Sabrina Carpenter tickets

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 12:14
Rachel Reeves tells the BBC she went to the concert with a family member and will declare the tickets.

Chancellor defends taking free Sabrina Carpenter tickets

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 12:14
Rachel Reeves tells the BBC she went to the concert with a family member and will declare the tickets.

Major chemical incident stood down, say police

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 12:13
Sussex Police says most of the people evacuated in St Leonards have returned to their homes.

Major chemical incident stood down, say police

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 12:13
Sussex Police says most of the people evacuated in St Leonards have returned to their homes.

UK mulls big tech tax changes to avoid US tariffs

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 12:02
Rachel Reeves says talks are "ongoing" about the Digital Services Tax, paid by giants like Amazon.

UK mulls big tech tax changes to avoid US tariffs

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 12:02
Rachel Reeves says talks are "ongoing" about the Digital Services Tax, paid by giants like Amazon.

Sinkhole forces partial closure of Glasgow street

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 11:33
Scottish Water is carrying out emergency repairs on Cowcadden Road, near its junction with Hope Street.

Reeves confirms 15% cut to Civil Service running costs

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 11:33
Savings will be from back office and administrative roles rather than front-line services, chancellor tells the BBC.

'I had to spend 448 days in isolation because of Covid pandemic'

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 11:27
Fintan Hood, 20, has a rare immune deficiency condition and was told to shield through much of the pandemic.

Trump envoy dismisses Starmer plan for Ukraine

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 10:03
Steve Witkoff says the UK plans for an international force to support a ceasefire are a "posture".

Calvin Harris' pub helps his hometown's music scene

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 09:18
A small pub owned by the chart-topping DJ offers a "leg up" to bands plying their trade in Dumfries.

Civil Service told to slash running costs by 15%

BBC - Sun, 03/23/2025 - 07:58
The target is said to be administrative costs - but unions have challenged ministers to be upfront about what areas of work they are prepared to sacrifice as a result.