Charity Sector Faces Ominous Financial Crunch in 2026
Britain's voluntary organisations are battling rising demand and falling funds. As Labour's 'covenant' is tested, we examine if the sector can survive doing more with less.
Britain's voluntary organisations are battling rising demand and falling funds. As Labour's 'covenant' is tested, we examine if the sector can survive doing more with less.
Britain's voluntary sector faces a severe financial crunch in 2026, with rising demand, falling donations, and government underfunding threatening vital services. Read the analysis and what must be done.
Comedian Peter Kay has built a staggering £23 million property empire, official documents show. The star is also donating all proceeds from his record-breaking tour to cancer charities.
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Discover the Good Hotel Guide's top 5 UK seaside stays for 2026, from a spot Queen Victoria sketched to remote island escapes. Plan your coastal getaway now.
New analysis reveals Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced more tax rises than any other in 60 years, adding £75.1bn a year to the UK tax burden. Read the full details.
Exclusive data reveals the UK's sustainable aviation fuel mandate is off track for 2025 targets. Discover the challenges and what it means for net-zero goals.
New data shows slow internet is spoiling Christmas Day TV for millions of UK households. Find out which age groups and shows are most affected and why reliable broadband is now essential.
New weather maps forecast a major snow event for the UK in early January, with parts of Scotland braced for up to 10 inches. Discover the regions affected and the Met Office outlook.
An American who moved to the UK reveals the 9 British Christmas traditions that left her stunned, from crackers to Boxing Day. Discover her decade-long perspective.
Experts warn that struggling with festive cooking could signal dementia. With UK cases set to hit 1.4 million by 2040, early detection is crucial. Learn the signs and when to contact a GP.
Security bosses warn organised crime gangs are exploiting the Christmas shutdown to steal high-value tools and equipment from UK construction sites, with losses potentially exceeding £100m. Learn how firms can protect their assets.
The Met Office says a white Christmas is 'highly unlikely' for most of the UK, with cold, windy conditions and sunshine expected. Discover the full festive forecast.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year. Find out which stores are open on Boxing Day and New Year's Eve.
New weather maps forecast significant snow and blizzard conditions across the UK in early January, with up to 8 inches near Manchester. Get the full regional breakdown.
A 12-hour snowstorm is forecast to batter parts of England on January 5. Check if your area is among the 11 counties at risk and prepare for the New Year cold snap.
Stuffed from Christmas dinner? Our guide shows you exactly where to stream festive classics like Elf, Die Hard, Love Actually and more on Netflix, Disney+, Sky and Prime Video in the UK.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and sunny Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Get the full festive forecast and travel advice here.
What does 2026 hold for your finances? We analyse expert predictions on interest rates, mortgages, household bills and the UK economy. Plan ahead for the year.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and largely dry Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Find out the full festive forecast details here.
Married At First Sight UK star Amy Christopher has unveiled her new boyfriend Darren, sharing a sweet Christmas post years after her 'toxic' split from TV groom Joshua Christie. Read her full love story here.
UK fans can finally mark their calendars. Here are the exact dates and times for Stranger Things Season 5 Part 2 and its epic finale on Netflix.
Conservationists are stunned as record numbers of common octopus appear in UK waters, driven by warming seas. Discover the impact on marine life and fisheries.
A dad's memory of changing into 'pumps' for school has sparked a wave of 80s and 90s nostalgia, revealing the UK's regional names for classic PE shoes. Join the conversation and share your memory!
The Met Office warns 2025 is likely to surpass 2022 as the UK's warmest year, citing 'extraordinary' climate changes. Discover the data and expert analysis.
Comedian Peter Kay tells BBC to stop posting clips, announces nine new tour dates. All proceeds from his extended 'Better Late Than Never' tour will go to 12 cancer charities.
Virgin Media sweeps all categories in latest UK broadband report. See where your provider ranks for speed, reliability and video quality.
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.