Lammy defends jury trial reforms amid Labour rebellion
Deputy PM David Lammy defends plans to replace jury trials with 'swift courts' for minor offences, as Labour MP Karl Turner threatens to force a by-election in protest. Read the full story.
Deputy PM David Lammy defends plans to replace jury trials with 'swift courts' for minor offences, as Labour MP Karl Turner threatens to force a by-election in protest. Read the full story.
Manchester City star Rayan Cherki once had a secret trial at Chelsea as a youngster but rejected the move because he found it 'too easy', a former academy teammate reveals.
Manchester City star Rayan Cherki once had a secret trial at Chelsea as a youth but turned down a move, finding it 'too easy'. Discover the full story behind his £30m transfer.
A five-year-old boy died after an electric Volkswagen allegedly surged forward when he touched a sensor, a court hears. The driver denies causing death by careless driving.
Prince Harry is set to travel to London for a high-profile court case in January but sources suggest a meeting with his father, King Charles, is not planned. Get the latest details.
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Cyril Zattara, a French dance teacher, is accused of drugging and sexually assaulting over a dozen women, filming the attacks. The trial follows a shocking national reckoning on rape culture in France.
Becky Sheeran faces a nine-year wait for her GBH trial, with her mother, a key witness, dying before court. She warns of a 'broken' justice system causing severe mental health impacts and deterring crime reporting.
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.
Married At First Sight UK's Leisha Lightbody confirms a dramatic reunion is coming in 2026, promising unexpected twists after her split from Reiss Boyce. Get all the details.
The UK braces for a major snow event from January 4, with up to five inches forecast for the northeast. Met Office warnings are in place as Arctic air sweeps the nation.
The UK has experienced over 300 earthquakes this year, with Perthshire, Wales, and Lancashire among the most active zones. Discover the seismic hotspots and why it matters for infrastructure.
UK travellers face higher ticket prices as regional airports grapple with 'unprecedented' property tax increases. Find out which airports are worst hit.
New data shows the UK recorded over 300 earthquakes this year, with Perthshire and Lancashire among the most active areas. Discover the seismic hotspots and why monitoring is vital for national infrastructure.
A new survey reveals 60% of UK adults find New Year's Eve overhyped, with 72% preferring a cosy night in. Discover why staying home is the new celebration trend.
Zahra Khozema paid off £30,000 of debt in two years while living in a Notting Hill hostel. Discover her unique money-saving strategy in one of London's priciest areas. Read her full story here.
The UKHSA warns of a dangerous cold snap starting New Year's Day 2026, with amber alerts for northern England. Temperatures could drop to -7°C, posing severe health risks. Check on vulnerable neighbours.
From the Lost Cat Crusader to the Planning Permission Protester, we explore the quintessential personalities that define Britain's local Facebook groups. Discover who's in your neighbourhood feed.
The National Trust's 2025 review reveals how drought, record heat, and wildfires are straining habitats. Discover the impact on species and the lifelines offering hope for resilience.
The British Geological Survey recorded more than 300 tremors across the UK in 2025, with Perthshire and Lancashire among the most active areas. Discover the seismic hotspots and why this research is vital for national infrastructure.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with an amber cold health alert. Temperatures could plunge to -7°C, posing severe risks to vulnerable people. Check on neighbours and prepare for wintry hazards.
The Met Office warns of significant snow arriving in the UK within days, with up to 19 inches possible in some areas. Get the latest forecast details and pinpointed locations here.
The UK faces a major snowstorm from January 7, with up to 19 inches forecast for Scotland and blizzards dumping 4 inches per hour. Only southern England may be spared. Read the full forecast.
Motorists face fines up to £1,000 for breaking key winter driving rules as a massive blizzard is forecast to sweep across the UK in early January. Stay safe and legal.
An American living in the UK reveals the crucial restaurant manners he overlooked, sparking a transatlantic debate on service culture. Discover the etiquette divide.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with temperatures dropping below zero. Met Office warns of wintry hazards as cold air arrives. Get the full forecast.
A tumultuous year in UK politics saw Keir Starmer's unlikely bond with Donald Trump, a surging Reform UK, and a Budget bombshell. Explore the key events that defined 2025.
Advanced weather maps predict staggering snowfalls of up to 17 inches for UK towns in early January, with major cities like London and Birmingham also set for disruption. Read the full forecast and travel warnings.