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Labour NEC Blocks Burnham’s By-Election Candidacy

Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has been prevented from standing in the upcoming Gorton and Denton by-election after the Labour Party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) voted 8-1 against allowing him to…

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Heathrow’s new scanners end dreaded rummage for liquids and laptops

Passengers will no longer be forced to dig around in their hand luggage to extract shampoos, water bottles and laptops when travelling through security at Heathrow, Europe's busiest airport, thanks…

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UK mulls Australia-style ban on social media for children

Britain is considering a range of measures to better protect children online, including an Australian-style ban on social media for those below a certain age and tougher guidance for use…

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UK Starmer calls for ‘calm discussion’ to avert trade war with US over Greenland

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called on Monday for calm discussion to avert a possible trade war with the United States over Greenland, appealing to President Donald Trump to respect…

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Britain’s surging Reform party draws big-name defector Jenrick

Britain's former Conservative Party leadership candidate Robert Jenrick became the biggest-name defector to Nigel Farage's right-wing Reform UK on Thursday, saying the nation was broken and its two mainstream political…

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UK has no plan for defending nation in event of war

The UK has no plan to defend the nation in the event of war, including how to mobilise the National Health Service to deal with mass casualties, the head of…

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Former UK government minister Zahawi defects to Farage’s Reform

Former British finance minister Nadhim Zahawi defected to Nigel Farage's right-wing Reform UK party from the Conservative Party on Monday, saying the country was broken and needed Farage as prime…

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Tory Plans for Safer Social Media: A Game Changer?

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch announced plans to raise the "age of consent" for social media to protect children from harmful online content. This measure exceeds previous proposals like banning smartphones…

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Severe Winds and Snow Disrupt Travel Across France and Britain

Storm Goretti brought severe weather to parts of northern Europe on Friday, causing widespread disruption in France and the United Kingdom, including power outages, transport suspensions and school closures. https://twitter.com/Top_Disaster/status/2009572228229419180…

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Starmer Braces for Parliamentary Clash on Upcoming EU ‘Reset’ Legislation

Keir Starmer is set to face fresh battles over his EU “reset” with his plans to lay a bill that could lead to closer regulatory ties with Brussels. The legislation…

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Starmer Indicates Readiness for Selective EU Cooperation on National Grounds

Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK should move towards closer alignment with EU markets "if it's in our national interest". The prime minister told the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg it…

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UPDATED: Channel Tunnel power malfunction fixed, but rail delays may linger

The Channel Tunnel’s operator said trains through the undersea link between continental Europe and the United Kingdom were running again Wednesday in both directions after a day of travel chaos…

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Eurostar Cancels Multiple London–Paris Services Amid Ongoing Disruption

Eurostar has cancelled a number of upcoming services between London and Paris as disruption in the Channel Tunnel continues to affect operations. According to information published on the Eurostar website,…

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UK Living Standards Lag as Malta Wins Praise for Economic Strength, Telegraph Reports

Living standards in the UK are set to fall behind those in Malta, according to an analysis published by the Daily Telegraph, as Britain struggles with rising debt and weak…

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Two men found guilty of UK plot to kill hundreds of Jews as IS fears grow

Two men were found guilty of plotting to kill hundreds in an Islamic State-inspired gun rampage against the Jewish community in England, a planned attack investigators say demonstrates the resurgent…

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Starmer Says Closer EU Trade Ties Are a ‘Strategic Necessity’ for UK Firms

Keir Starmer’s government has been told a closer EU trade deal is a “strategic necessity” for companies in Britain as growing numbers of exporters find it tougher to do business…

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UK to transfer €2.8bn of Abramovich’s Chelsea cash to Ukraine fund, PM Starmer says

The UK has authorised the release of €2.8 billion from Roman Abramovich’s sale of Chelsea FC, but only for humanitarian aid in Ukraine, Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Parliament on…

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Liverpool parade attacker jailed for more than 21 years for ploughing car into fans

A former Royal Marine has been sentenced to more than 21 years in prison for driving into crowds of Liverpool supporters during a victory parade, in an attack described by…

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Russia’s ‘export of chaos’ creating new security threats, warns MI6 chief

The new head of Britain’s foreign intelligence service, MI6, has warned that Russia’s strategy of spreading instability abroad is reshaping modern conflict and creating complex security challenges for the UK…

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UK hospitals facing ‘worst case scenario’ from super flu, doctors warn

Hospitals in Britain are facing a "worst case scenario" from a wave of super flu, healthcare bosses warned on Thursday, as flu hospitalisations jumped 55% in a week. Health leaders…

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British and Danish PM urge European leaders to reform human rights laws to tackle illegal migration

Sir Keir Starmer has urged European leaders to reform human rights laws to make it easier to deport illegal migrants ahead of crucial talks on a potential shake-up of the…

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The 10 happiest places to live in the UK

Skipton, a market town in North Yorkshire has been crowned the happiest place to live in 2025, according to an annual study by Rightmove. Home to a medieval castle, a…

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Edinburgh Airport flights resume after ‘IT issue’ halted air traffic

Flights have resumed after all flights were halted at Edinburgh Airport due to an IT issue affecting its air traffic control provider. Edinburgh Airport is the sixth busiest in the…

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Main findings from UK Novichok report that blames Russia

A British inquiry delivered its report into the death of a woman who died in 2018 after being poisoned by the nerve agent Novichok, months after a murder attempt on…

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3.3-magnitude quake ‘shakes homes and wakes people up’ in North West England

A 3.3-magnitude earthquake has struck Lancashire - with dozens of people saying it shook their homes or woke them up. The British Geological Survey (BGS) said it was "felt across…

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Reform and Tories deny plans of pre-election pact

Reports suggesting that Reform UK and the Conservatives might merge or form a pre-election pact have been firmly rejected by both parties. The Financial Times cited unnamed sources claiming Nigel…

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UK PM: Brexit ‘significantly’ hurt British economy

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged the public to acknowledge the compromises required for a closer relationship with the European Union, emphasizing the economic costs of Brexit. Speaking in central…

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Britain Weighs Selling of Overseas Diplomatic Assets

tain’s global diplomatic footprint could be significantly scaled back as it tries to work out which embassies and buildings to sell off from a sprawling £2.5 billion overseas estate. U.K. budget…

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British finance minister Rachel Reeves and her Budget speech

British finance minister Rachel Reeves is delivering her annual budget on Wednesday, unveiling billions of pounds in tax increases. Here are some of the main quotes from her speech to…

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‘No permission, no travel’: UK to enforce new digital travel permit rules from February 2026

Visitors from 85 countries, who do not currently need a visa, will not be able to travel to the UK without an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) from 25 February 2026…

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Tourist tax expected to be introduced for London

The mayor of London has cautiously welcomed reports that he is to impose a tourist levy on visitors staying overnight in the capital. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to give…

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UK says ‘military options ready’ as Russian ship uses lasers against RAF pilots

British defence minister John Healey said on Wednesday that "military options" are ready should the Russian spy ship Yantar become a threat, after the vessel directed lasers at British pilots…

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Number of Britons leaving the UK significantly higher than previously thought

The number of Britons who left the UK last year is significantly higher than previously thought, revised figures show. The number of British nationals who left the UK in the…

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Britain toughens asylum policy in major overhaul as anti-immigration sentiment rises

Britain on Monday said it would make refugee status temporary and speed up the deportation of those who arrive illegally, in a major overhaul aimed at stemming the rise of…

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Fast-track deportations to be announced as part of asylum reforms

Plans to fast-track the deportation of illegal migrants as part of sweeping reforms of the UK's asylum policy are to be announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood. In a statement…

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BBC apologizes to Trump over documentary edit

The BBC has apologized to US President Donald Trump for a misleading edit of a "Panorama" documentary, the British public broadcaster said, but denied the issue is grounds for a…

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Dover pushed back EES launch to avoid Christmas travel chaos

The roll-out of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) for tourists at Dover has been delayed until 2026, according to port officials. The digital border system was due to come…

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UK police say train stabbings carried out by lone attacker, not terrorism

A 32-year-old British man was the sole suspect accused of a mass stabbing on a train in England, after another man arrested in the case was released on Sunday with…

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Prince Andrew’s Fall from Grace: The Scandal That Stripped Him of His Royal Privileges

Britain's King Charles stripped younger brother Andrew of his title of prince and ordered him out of his royal home over renewed scrutiny after the release of a posthumous memoir…

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UK targets food delivery and car washes in illegal working crackdown

Britain said this weekit made 63% more arrests for illegal working this year than last, driven by targeted operations in the food delivery, beauty salons and car washes industries aimed…

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King Charles strips brother Andrew of titles and his mansion

Britain's King Charles has stripped his younger brother Andrew of his title of prince and forced him out of his Windsor home, Buckingham Palace said on Thursday, seeking to distance…

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Prince Andrew Once More in the Spotlight for All the Wrong Reasons

Fresh revelations have once again thrust Prince Andrew into the headlines, with the BBC disclosing that Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Harvey Weinstein were hosted at Royal Lodge — the…

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Virginia Giuffre memoir goes on sale, heaping fresh scrutiny on Prince Andrew

A posthumous memoir by Virginia Giuffre, who accused Britain's Prince Andrew of sexually abusing her as a teenager, went on sale in London, days after the disgraced prince gave up…

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Future King Distances Monarchy from Prince Andrew with Reported Coronation Ban

The Prince of Wales is reportedly "not satisfied with the outcome" after Prince Andrew, after the former Duke of York, relinquished his titles and honours amid continued controversy over his…

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UK PM slams decision to prevent Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending Aston Villa match

Sir Keir Starmer has condemned a decision preventing Maccabi Tel Aviv supporters from attending their team’s Europa League match against Aston Villa in Birmingham next month. West Midlands Police (WMP)…

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UK ‘Not Ready’ for 2C of Global Warming by 2050, Climate Advisers Warn

The UK must prepare for more extreme weather as global temperatures are expected to rise by at least 2°C by 2050, the government’s independent Climate Change Committee (CCC) has warned.…

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At least a third of EU citizens in UK report discrimination by public bodies

A significant number of EU citizens living long term in the UK post Brexit are experiencing discrimination in work and in public services, a report by the UK’s statutory Brexit…

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Tories in Turmoil: Britain’s Once-Dominant Party Faces Existential Crisis

Once proud of being “the world’s most successful political party,” Britain’s Conservatives are now struggling for survival. After their crushing 2024 election defeat, the Tories have shifted sharply to the…

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Britain not seeking visa deal with India

Britain will not pursue a visa deal with India, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said, as he aims to deepen economic ties with the country following this year's trade agreement. Starmer…

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Harrods sets aside more than £60m for abuse compensation

Harrods has set aside more than £60m in its plan to compensate alleged victims of historical abuse. More than 100 employees of the luxury department store are expected to claim…

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Storm Amy Brings Chaos to Europe With Hurricane-Force Winds and Heavy Rain

Storm Amy swept across Europe over the weekend, unleashing strong winds and heavy rain that killed at least three people, damaged infrastructure and left tens of thousands without electricity, authorities…

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Sarah Mullally named as new Archbishop of Canterbury

Dame Sarah Mullally has been named as the new Archbishop of Canterbury designate - the first woman to be chosen for the role. A former NHS chief nurse, the 63-year-old…

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Knife Assault Stokes Concern Among UK Jews Over Escalating Antisemitism

The attack on a synagogue in northern England on Thursday sent fear through a Jewish community already dealing with a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents, bringing warnings about the need…

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UK’s Prince William opens up about family fears and plans to change monarchy

Prince William has said protecting his family was the most important thing for him when his wife Kate and father King Charles became ill, and revealed that he will seek…

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UPDATED: London police boost patrols near synagogues after deadly Manchester attack

Police said on Thursday it had deployed additional officers around synagogues and Jewish community sites in London on Thursday, following a deadly attack at a synagogue in Manchester earlier in…

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British PM tells BBC he wants to change how international law used in asylum cases

Sir Keir Starmer wants to change how international law is interpreted, to stop unsuccessful asylum seekers blocking their deportation on the grounds they could be sent to worse prisons or…

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Northern Ireland Weighs Free Public Transit for Disabled and Seniors

Northern Ireland’s government is considering expanding free public transport to people with disabilities and older adults, part of a wider debate over how to make travel more inclusive despite tightening…

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