Ofsted to bring in 'report card' school inspections despite criticism

BBC - Tue, 09/09/2025 - 01:30
A new monitoring system will also be introduced, so schools can improve negative grades more quickly.

The Papers: 'Visa threat' on illegal immigration and 'warring princes'

BBC - Tue, 09/09/2025 - 00:41
The home secretary's threat to suspend visas for countries that refuse to take back illegal migrants and the Duke of Sussex's visit to the UK lead Tuesday's papers.

Nottingham Forest sack boss Nuno

BBC - Tue, 09/09/2025 - 00:32
Nottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espirito Santo is sacked after 21 months in charge.

Vape ban isn't working, says waste firm boss

BBC - Tue, 09/09/2025 - 00:06
Millions of vapes are being thrown away incorrectly despite the ban, causing chaos, says Biffa manager.

Vape ban isn't working, says waste firm boss

BBC - Tue, 09/09/2025 - 00:06
Millions of vapes are being thrown away incorrectly despite the ban, causing chaos, says Biffa.

'Arbitrary' fireworks ban zone excludes parts of worst-hit areas

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 22:55
Edinburgh's firework control zone boundaries cut some streets in half, with only one side covered by restrictions.

Graham Linehan: I don't regret my online posts

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 22:50
The Father Ted writer tells the BBC he stands by his online posts which led to his arrest last week.

Graham Linehan: I don't regret my online posts

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 22:50
The Father Ted writer tells the BBC he stands by his online posts which led to his arrest last week.

Devastating storms exposed gaps in response - report

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 22:49
A review into the response calls for an overhaul of the financial and mental health support.

Heathrow reopens after 'hazardous materials' scare

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 22:15
Twenty people were assessed after reporting injuries but "no trace of any adverse substance was found", police said.

Heathrow reopens after 'hazardous materials' scare

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 22:15
Twenty people were assessed after reporting injuries but "no trace of any adverse substance was found", police said.

MPs push for change on Palestine Action but minister stands firm

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 21:25
There were 890 arrests in London on Saturday for protesting to lift the ban on the proscribed group.

Government must deliver workers' rights bill in full, says TUC

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 20:44
The call comes amid fears the bill would be watered down as some of its key backers left the cabinet.

Harry praises children's resilience as he returns to UK

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 20:15
Prince Harry marked the anniversary of the death of the late Queen privately in Windsor.

Great North Run medals show wrong city and river

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 19:57
Medals given to participants use an image of Sunderland, which has no connection to the event.

Londoners turn to bikes and buses as Tube workers strike for second day

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 19:35
Members of the RMT union are staging a walkout until Thursday over terms and conditions.

When was the last enjoyable England World Cup qualifier?

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 19:10
As England prepare to face Serbia on Tuesday, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at why there is often a lack of entertainment in World Cup qualifiers.

FBI 'most wanted' awaits extradition from Wales to US

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 18:34
The prime suspect for two bombings in California in 2003 was found in a Welsh cottage last year.

New Banksy mural appears at Royal Courts of Justice

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 17:50
The artwork, which shows a judge hitting a protester with a gavel, was confirmed by the elusive street artist.

Rayner replacement must be a woman, says Harman

BBC - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 17:09
Labour's ruling National Executive Committee (NEC) is setting the rules for choosing the new deputy leader.