Toddler murdered by grandparents 'failed' by system

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 22:58
Ethan-Ives Griffiths should have been visited by social workers every 10 days, his aunt says.

Hospital left dying cancer patient in 'unnecessary pain'

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 22:49
The ombudsman has ordered NHS Borders to issue an apology and train staff properly.

Watch: Timelapse shows Northern Lights display over North Sea

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 22:47
Monday night's dazzling sight was filmed from Flamborough in East Yorkshire, over three hours and 40 minutes.

Energy drinks to be banned for under 16s

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 22:30
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said he was acting on concerns for children's health.

Council loses bid to go to Supreme Court over asylum hotel

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 21:00
Epping's council is considering applying directly to a higher court to get migrants out of a hotel.

Young family fled home following sectarian bomb threats

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 19:15
A young mother-of-four has told BBC News NI her children were threatened by adults in a park.

Reform boss denies press ban applied to councillors

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 19:01
Mick Barton banned the Nottingham Post over a disagreement about a story about local government reorganisation.

Killer gets 45 years for prison officer 'execution'

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 17:56
Armed robber Elias Morgan waited four years to take revenge on father-of-three Lenny Scott.

UK borrowing costs hit 27-year high adding to pressure on Reeves

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 17:46
The interest rate on UK 30-year bonds hits the highest since 1998 as concerns over the economic outlook continue.

Bella Culley told 'substantial' sum would free her

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 16:23
Bella Culley could face up to 20 years in jail or life imprisonment if convicted.

My rent's gone up by almost 20% - and my landlord wants to evict me

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 16:17
Glasgow tenant Elle Glenny says the impact of a rent increase has been catastrophic.

Killer gets 45 years for prison officer 'execution'

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 16:15
Armed robber Elias Morgan waited four years to take revenge on father-of-three Lenny Scott.

Tribute to bishop's mother hit by bin lorry

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 15:45
Daphne Stallard died after being hit by a lorry in Llandudno on Monday.

Ex-actor Zack Polanski's unusual path to become Green Party's new leader

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 15:38
Zack Polanski has stormed to victory on a platform promising bold communication and "eco-populism".

Ex-actor Zack Polanski's unusual path to become Green Party's new leader

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 15:38
Zack Polanski has stormed to victory on a platform promising bold communication and "eco-populism".

Five members of group supporting Palestine Action arrested

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 15:01
Palestine Action was proscribed by the government but some campaigners argue the ban breaches the right to free speech.

MSP hosted girl guides at parliament after indecent images arrest

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 14:40
Former Labour general secretary Colin Smyth is also accused of hiding a camera in a Holyrood toilet.

What's causing the UK's long-term borrowing costs to rise?

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 14:38
The cost of government borrowing has risen again - what does it mean for the public finances and upcoming Budget?

Sainsbury's to trial facial recognition to catch shoplifters

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 14:15
Sainsbury's says the technology is part of efforts to identify shoplifters to curb retail crime.

Graham Linehan arrested at Heathrow over his X posts

BBC - Tue, 09/02/2025 - 13:49
Graham Linehan was arrested on suspicion of inciting violence and bailed pending further investigation.