Knife threats and racial abuse all in a day's work, say bus drivers

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 06:04
The BBC has spoken to passengers, transport staff and bus drivers about a growing national trend of antisocial behaviour on public transport.

Major talks on changes to ECHR migration rules set to start

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 06:03
The talks are the most significant sign yet that international human rights law could be reinterpreted.

Thousands of flood defences below standard as Storm Bram hit

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 03:49
A BBC study lays bare the scale of flood defences in England that are in need of maintenance.

Thousands of flood defences below standard as Storm Bram hits

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 03:49
A BBC study lays bare the scale of flood defences in England that are in need of maintenance.

The Papers: Trump says Europe 'weak' and 'faithful servant' Winkleman

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 01:07
The US president has attacked Europe, with his comments splashed across a number of Wednesday's front pages.

Hundreds of youth centres planned to reach 'isolated' generation

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 00:27
The government sets aside £500m it says is needed to revive services aimed at disconnected teens and young adults.

UK asylum system hit by inefficiencies and wasted funds, watchdog finds

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 00:16
In a new analysis, the National Audit Office finds “reactive” government policies moved problems elsewhere.

UK asylum system hit by inefficiencies and wasted funds, watchdog finds

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 00:16
In a new analysis, the National Audit Office finds “reactive” government policies moved problems elsewhere.

How long Britain could really fight for if war broke out tomorrow

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 00:11
In the event of a war, one expert suggests the British Army could be incapable of fighting effectively on land within weeks, once committed - though 'much depends on the form of the conflict'.

EA tells drivers to cut school taxi rates or lose contract

BBC - Wed, 12/10/2025 - 00:00
The annual bill for taxi use has more than doubled since 2020 - rising to almost £40m

Bottles of Disaronno recalled over possible glass presence

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:53
It is believed the contamination may have happened due to an "anomaly on the bottle line", according to the recall notice.

Artist Nnena Kalu earns 'historic' Turner Prize win

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 21:00
Kalu wins for her sculptures and drawings, becoming the first learning disabled artist to scoop the award.

No 10 denies failing to defend Khan against Trump

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 20:46
The US president takes another swipe at Sir Sadiq Khan, describing him as a "disgusting mayor".

Ex-children's boss to lead grooming gang inquiry

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 19:23
Baroness Anne Longfield will chair the three-year inquiry which has been beset by problems.

Member of UK armed forces dies in accident in Ukraine

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 19:16
He died in an accident away from Ukraine's front lines on Tuesday, the Ministry of Defence says.

Travel disruption and flood warnings as Storm Bram hits Scotland

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 19:04
An amber warning with gusts of up to 90mph comes into force in the north west while all areas have been told to expect high winds.

Budget could knock half a percentage point off inflation, Bank chief says

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 18:50
Bank of England deputy governor Clare Lombardelli said inflation would be brought down by measures cutting energy prices and freezing rail fares.

Storm Bram brings flooding and travel disruption to UK

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 17:59
Amber and yellow warnings for wind are in place, with gusts of 90mph forecast in north-west Scotland.

MI5 closely involved in handling of IRA spy Stakeknife, says report

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 17:19
The final report of Operation Kenova says the security service had "greater knowledge" of Stakeknife than it had first stated.

MI5 closely involved in handling of IRA spy Stakeknife, says report

BBC - Tue, 12/09/2025 - 17:19
The final report of Operation Kenova says the security service had "greater knowledge" of Stakeknife than it had first stated.