'Scott Mills sacked by BBC' and 'Starmer's 48-hour ultimatum'

BBC - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 01:08
Former BBC presenter Scott Mills appears on most of the papers, after he was sacked following allegations about his personal conduct.

New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready

BBC - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 00:41
Weekly food waste collections are required for all English homes as new legislation takes effect.

Veteran abused for being gay seeks £50k MoD payout

BBC - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 00:41
A reparations scheme offers up to £70k to those who were forced to leave the military for being gay.

Why the benefit used by more than 8 million people may not be fit for the future

BBC - Tue, 03/31/2026 - 00:09
Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality?

New ferry to enter service but CalMac vessel shortage still critical

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 22:54
MV Isle of Islay is the first of four large new ferries ordered from a shipyard in Turkey.

Scott Mills' abrupt sacking creates another headache for the BBC

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 22:31
Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills was sacked from the BBC on Monday following allegations over his conduct.

Woman accused of helping group smuggle people on small boats to UK

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 21:40
The group is believed to hold the Vietnamese passports of those smuggled into the UK as debt bondage.

Millions of drivers mis-sold car finance to receive average £829 in compensation

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:59
The City regulator says 12.1 million mis-sold motor finance deals will be eligible for redress.

Woman dies after two vehicle crash in Armagh

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:56
The Police Service of Northern Ireland are appealing for anyone with information.

Third person in Derby car incident released from hospital

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 19:14
Police have been given more time to question a man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

Beatrice and Eugenie won't be at royal Easter service

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 18:15
They are understood to have made "alternative plans" instead of joining the Royal Family in Windsor.

Beatrice and Eugenie won't be at royal Easter service

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 18:15
They are understood to have made "alternative plans" instead of joining the Royal Family in Windsor.

How will car finance compensation payments work?

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:50
Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.

Teen admits £140k cosmetics shoplifting spree

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:37
He stole cosmetic products from Boots and Holland & Barrett stores across London.

Teaching union votes against plans for new Year 8 reading test

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:33
The government says assessments are "vital tools" for identifying areas where pupils need extra support.

Remove VAT from energy bills for three years, Tories urge

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:32
There has been a renewed focus on energy costs since the outbreak of the war in Iran.

Arnold Schwarzenegger awarded honorary degree in Belfast

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:18
Film star and politician recognised for his contributions to public service, environmental advocacy, and the arts.

Partner of crime boss Steven Lyons arrested in Dubai

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 17:07
Amanda Lyons was held over offences alleged to have been committed in Spain.

Cardiff City damages claim over Emiliano Sala death dismissed

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 15:24
The club, which was claiming £104m in compensation, will now have to fork out about £400,000.

Bananas galore in Orkney after store orders 38,000 by mistake

BBC - Mon, 03/30/2026 - 14:50
An ordering glitch has left Tesco in Kirkwall giving away boxes of the fruit for free to schools and community groups.