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A scheme helped prevent sex offenders committing more crimes - then it closed. Why?

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 00:40
The case raises difficult questions about how best to protect potential victims.

Don't pay a fake parking fine – four ways to protect yourself from scams

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 00:37
Four simple tips to make sure you don't fall victim to fake texts or payment demands from BBC expert Nick Stapleton.

Don't pay a fake parking fine – four ways to protect yourself from scams

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 00:37
Four simple tips to make sure you don't fall victim to fake texts or payment demands from BBC expert Nick Stapleton.

Thames Water bidders ready to clear out top managers

Wed, 09/03/2025 - 00:21
Sources close to the deal accept that the government needs to be seen to be tough with the company.

Chris Mason: How Polanski's Green leadership could impact UK politics

Tue, 09/02/2025 - 23:49
Zack Polanski's landslide victory is the latest example of a shake up in the country's politics.

Chris Mason: How Polanski's Green leadership could impact UK politics

Tue, 09/02/2025 - 23:49
Zack Polanski's landslide victory is the latest example of a shake up in the country's politics.

Toddler murdered by grandparents 'failed' by system

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'

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

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

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

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

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

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'

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

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

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

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'

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

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

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