England
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Waitrose apologises to shoppers across England as product unsafe to eat
The Food Standards Agency issued the food alert after a packaging error was uncovered on packs of Waitrose Tuna Pate
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Couple renew vows in wartime-themed ceremony at 1940s festival
A COUPLE who share a love of the 1940s 'tied the knot' in a themed wedding at the weekend.
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See this unique take on a classic Shakespeare love story in York
Critically acclaimed dance company Lost Dog will be performing at York Theatre Royal for the first time with their unique take on a classic story. Juliet & Romeo – a two-hander starring Emily Terndrup as Juliet and John Kendall as Romeo...
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Work starts on new homes near York – partly funded by second property tax
Work is underway to build new affordable homes in Shipton by Beningbrough near York.
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7 incredible photos from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards
This year's winners showcase powerful stories from the natural world and the urgent need to protect it.
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Chris Mason: Lib Dems rally behind Davey after recent resignations
The BBC's political editor Chris Mason looks at the fallout from the Lib Dem frontbench resignations.
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'Do not eat' warning issued to Asda and Sainsbury's shoppers after recall
Asda and Sainsbury's are recalling Skinny Crunch Light Peanut Butter Bars due to undeclared peanuts caused by a packaging mix-up
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Second homes council tax premium funds first 26 affordable homes in North Yorkshire
The homes are being built in Hunmanby, on the coast, and Shipton by Beningbrough, near York. The council is contributing £875,000 raised through the premium,
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MP recalls terrifying parachute accident after plane jump at 15,000ft
The Tory MP described how the skydive went wrong on a ‘grey and windy’ day in Devon
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The Prime Minister’s efforts thus far to reform social care are to be applauded
There can be no denying that there has been a shift in emphasis on social care since Andy Burnham became Prime Minister.
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Golf clubs and private schools among businesses facing severe water use restrictions
Golf courses and private schools could be banned from using mains supplies to irrigate lawns
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Gales and heavy rain forecast for UK as Met Office wind warning issued
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind in north-west Scotland on Wednesday with 70mph gusts possible, as Ben Rich explains.
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Rules, London’s oldest restaurant, donated to National Trust
Historic eatery in capital’s theatreland given to heritage charity after changing hands only three times in 228 years
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Fostering in crisis: can flexible care models fix England’s child placement shortfall?
New recruitment campaign to target adults in their 30s and 40s in bid to create 10,000 new foster care places
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Dinosaur named new species 102 years after fossil found on Isle of Wight
Invictibellatrix amberina, a predator in the megaraptoran group of dinosaurs, lived in what is now Britain 120 million years ago and may have had claws 20 centimetres long
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Arsenal 3-0 Lille: Bukayo Saka responds to challenge as fringe players have mixed night
Bukayo Saka responds to the challenge set by Mikel Arteta as he comes off the bench to change the game against Lille in the Champions League.
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Winning entries for Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026
Striking images including an urban coyote and an elephant carrying a dead calf are among this year's winners.
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'Heartbreakingly poignant' shot of dead elephant calf nets Wildlife Photographer win
Other winning images include fluorescent fungi and a Sisyphus-like dung beetle
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‘Heartbreakingly poignant’ image of an elephant carrying a dead calf wins major Wildlife Photographer of the Year contest, and gives us an ‘insight into complex animal behaviour’ — here are the category winners
The winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 competition have been revealed, and the top prize goes to a 'heartbreakingly poignant' photo of elephant carrying a dead calf in Namibia, Africa.
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Lisandro Martinez attacks Man Utd board after Atletico Madrid defeat
Lisandro Martinez launches a blistering attack on Manchester United's hierarchy for not strengthening the squad following qualification for the Champions League.
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Women's World Cup play-offs: 'Unplayable' Georgia Stanway proves a 'warrior' for England
Whatever the game, whatever the result, Georgia Stanway always seems to score for England.
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Simon and Garfunkel tribute show coming to Yorkshire Dales
A Simon and Garfunkel tribute show is coming to Grassington.
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Prisoners freed from 'tough' HMP Durham punch air as they hail early release scheme
Prisoners punched the air and cheered as the Government's second early-release phase began today.
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Harrogate candidate says 'vape shops come up time and again when I talk to people'
“There is obvious concern about the future of retail in Harrogate town centre and this issue is indicative of that concern”
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Council publishes CCTV footage online in attempt to catch fly-tippers
Hillingdon Council is attempting to crack down on illegal dumping of rubbish
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Suicide rates for men in their early 50s reach record high
Sonya Trivedy of the Samaritans described the latest statistics as ‘a wake-up call’ for the government
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Winter floods could arrive as Met Office issues UK weather forecast
High pressure will bring dry and warm weather for many in October
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Scottish founder launches free app to help plan UK hill and mountain trips
The free Hillcast app brings UK hill weather forecasts, walking routes and parking information together for 2,000+ summits across Scotland, England and Wales.
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Figures Show Suicide Rates in North Yorkshire Above England Average
Suicide rates in North Yorkshire were above the England average in figures covering 2021 to 2023, highlighting the importance of suicide prevention and
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Marco Pierre White makes bombshell family confession after taking DNA test
Celebrity chief Marco Pierre White, who was born in Leeds and spent much of his childhood in the area, has made an astonishing discovery about his family after a DNA test
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South Africa vs Australia: The questions posed after Proteas' heavy defeat
Australia complete 214-run victory over South Africa in Durban. What does heavy defeat mean for the world champions?
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Mapped: UK areas in drought as thousands issued supply warning ahead of winter
Rainfall was 80 per cent lower than average in September in some areas
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Hundreds of early-release prisoners in England and Wales not being tagged, say MPs
Clive Efford says Serco has failed to source enough tags, as police and probation struggle with influx of newly released offenders
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‘Shocking and sobering’: UK bird populations fall to lowest level on record
Nearly half of species are in decline, with farmland birds and seabirds the worst hit, conservation bodies say
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Bigger isn't better: why North Yorkshire needs its own police force
By Philip Allott, former North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner
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MI5 chief says Iran is targeting military sites and suspected plot at RAF Fairford is 'not unique’
The head of MI5 says Iran is trying to hit military sites in the U.K. and the suspected plot to attack a U.S.-run military air base in September is not unique
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Prisoner tells Burnham ‘scrap the recalls’ as early release resumes
Some 5,000 prisoners are scheduled to be released in stages over the next year
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Scottish chippy institution expands into England with new opening
A famous Scottish fish and chip chain is expanding into England following a £1.5 million investment.
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Green light for £160m programme to create digital and creative hubs in Tees Valley
Tees Valley’s £160m Investment Zone gets digital and creative hubs for Middlesbrough and Hartlepool, supporting local jobs, growth and innovation by 2029.
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Terrorists could use AI to target UK with drones and bioweapons, MI5 chief warns
Sir Ken McCallum said UK was entering ‘new era of national security’ with most threats since the Cold War, as he warned against rising danger from Russia and Iran
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Former smoker thanks council in helping him quit after 65 years
An inspirational local resident has thanked our stop smoking service after successfully quitting the habit he had for more than six decades, improving his health and saving £200 a month.
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Whitby man, 79, quits smoking after 65 years with council support
A 79-year-old man from Whitby has quit smoking after 65 years, saying his health has improved and he is saving around £200 a month following support from
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Swinney recommits to triple lock for an independent Scotland despite backlash
SNP First Minister John Swinney recommits to the pension triple lock in an independent Scotland amid a row over UK pension changes and claims of misleading Scots.
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Why the Prime Minister wants to talk about Brexit again
For the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will "unflinchingly" debate Brexit, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.
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Hundreds more prisoners to be freed in second phase of early release scheme
Second tranche of prisoners will include those serving up to two and a half years for crimes.
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Bradford MP pledges to fight for secure and affordable homes as investment grows
A Secure Home Is Where Bradford’s Future Thrives
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Car sales company with five Scottish showrooms collapses into administration
A Scottish car dealer with sites across Scotland has been placed into administration
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Watch: US man eyes pumpkin world record after fifth contest win
Horticulture teacher Travis Gienger hauled his pumpkin from Minnesota to Half Moon Bay, California where he won the annual event.
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Coal mining changed the world, we must share its history with future generations against a backdrop of challenges - Lynn Harper
The museums sector is currently in the midst of a seismic shift. Post-pandemic, attractions nationwide are navigating new challenges – the likes of which I have not seen during my 30 years in the sector – including radically different visitor habits, a complex and ultra-competitive funding process, alongside rising overheads, all as we experience a cost-of-living crisis.
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Essex NHS staff get 'landmark' payout over gas exposure
The settlement follows the largest group legal action brought by midwives in the UK, says union.
