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Palestine Action Hunger Strikers 'Dying' in Prison
A doctor warns eight Palestine Action protesters on hunger strike are dying. Nearly 900 health professionals demand government intervention as families describe deteriorating health.
Palestine hunger strikers in UK jails reach critical day 47
Six prisoners on hunger strike for Palestine in UK jails have entered a critical phase. As their protest reaches day 47, they demand bail, fair trials, and action against Elbit Systems. Read their powerful testimonies.
Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
Palestine Action Hunger Strikers 'Dying' in Prison
A doctor warns eight Palestine Action protesters on hunger strike in UK prisons are dying. Nearly 900 health professionals demand urgent government intervention. Read the latest.
UK actors vote 99% against AI scanning, threaten strike
UK actors' union Equity votes overwhelmingly to reject AI digital scanning, paving the way for potential industrial action in 2025. Read the full story.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Palestine Action hunger strike reaches critical 46-day mark
Six prisoners on remand reach day 46 of a hunger strike, with health deteriorating. The Ministry of Justice condemns the protest's escalation for endangering staff. Read the full story.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Junior doctors begin five-day strike over pay and jobs
Resident doctors in England have begun a five-day walkout over pay and conditions, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting warning of major disruption during an NHS flu crisis. Read the latest.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Five-Day NHS Doctors' Strike Begins, Cancellations into 2026
Hospital bosses warn 70,000 appointments could be axed as junior doctors strike for 14th time in 33-month dispute. Read the latest on the bitter pay row.
Doctors' strike begins, NHS warns of Christmas crisis
Thousands of junior doctors in England have begun a five-day walkout over pay, forcing the NHS to cancel tens of thousands of appointments. Health chiefs warn of a 'worst case scenario' as flu cases surge. Read the latest.
Doctors' Strike Proceeds as NHS Battles Record Flu Cases
Resident doctors begin a five-day strike as the NHS contends with a record flu wave. Health Secretary Wes Streeting calls the action 'irresponsible', while the BMA rejects the government's latest offer. Read the full details.
70,000 ops cancelled as NHS doctors strike for 5 days
Up to 70,000 operations and appointments face cancellation as resident doctors in England begin a five-day walkout over pay. Health leaders warn of a 'worst case scenario' amid a record flu outbreak.
Five-day NHS doctor strike begins across England
Up to half of England's medical workforce begins a five-day strike over pay. Search our interactive map to see if your hospital is affected and what to do if you need care.
Sandringham faces heating crisis as drivers strike
King Charles and Queen Camilla could face a cold Christmas at Sandringham as 400 fuel delivery drivers announce 15 days of strike action over a pay dispute. Read the full story.
NYE Met Police strike over pay threatens emergency delays
Metropolitan Police staff will strike for 25 hours on New Year's Eve, risking emergency call delays. Unite union warns of disruption during London's busiest night. Read the full story.
Doctors' Christmas Strike Amid Flu Crisis Sparks Fury
Health Secretary Wes Streeting blasts 'self-indulgent' five-day doctors' strike as NHS faces record flu cases. Keir Starmer joins condemnation. Full details on the rejected offer and patient safety warnings.
Doctors' Strike to Proceed as Flu Cases Surge
Resident doctors will strike for five days before Christmas after rejecting a government offer. Health Secretary Wes Streeting calls the timing 'irresponsible' as flu hospitalisations soar. Read the full details.
Hull Trains drivers strike over sacking in fatigue dispute
Hull Trains drivers launch a 48-hour strike over the sacking of a colleague who reported fatigue. The union claims unfair dismissal, while the company cites a safety risk. Read the latest on this ongoing industrial action.
Christmas travel turmoil at London Luton Airport
EasyJet passengers face delays and cancellations as DHL staff at London Luton Airport plan a six-day strike over pay, affecting hundreds of festive flights. Check your travel plans now.
Luton Airport Christmas strikes threaten easyJet flights
EasyJet passengers face festive disruption as DHL staff at London Luton Airport plan six days of strikes over pay. Check your flight details now.
US Strike on Alleged Drug Boat Kills Four, Fuels Controversy
A US military strike on an alleged drug boat has killed four, raising total fatalities to 86. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defends the action as 'lawful' amid fierce criticism. Read the full report.
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