UK
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PMQs latest: Burnham proposes removing standing charges from energy bills
Miatta Fahnbulleh has promised greater energy security, but told Britons not to expect cheaper bills this winter
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Could Strictly legend grab the Christmas pop charts Number 1?
Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has announced his new career move away from the BBC show.
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Tumble dryer safety fears raised by coroner after death of father and daughter
“The above raises concerns that unless the model… and any wider product safety implications are further examined, circumstances creating a risk of future deaths may continue. “
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North Yorkshire woman forced to seek treatment abroad for painful condition
A woman from Ryedale is being forced to go abroad to seek treatment for a debilitating condition that has left her struggling to live a normal life for the last two years.
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Mayor fuming after Middlesbrough named 'worst place to grow up in UK'
The mayor of Middlesbrough has hit out at a report which describes the town as the hardest place to grow up in the country.
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Boy with 'hatred for women' found guilty of attempting to murder girl at school
Prosecutor Christopher Paxton KC said the boy had an ‘obsessive and dangerous interest in killers and killing’
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North East firms win national awards for innovation and workforce growth
North East firms Care Messenger Holdings and Osbit win national BCC Chamber Business Awards 2026 for digital innovation and engineering talent development.
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Cabinet split widens as minister refuses to back Shabana Mahmood’s immigration plans
Miatta Fahnbulleh avoids explicitly expressing support for 15-year path to permanent residency for foreign workers
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UK inflation reaches highest rate in almost a year after fuel surge
The rate of Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation was 3.5 per cent in September
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Bayeux Tapestry tickets go on sale again today. Here’s how to get them
It’s the first time the iconic artwork has been displayed on British soil in nearly 1,000 years
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UK Government approves North Sea Jackdaw gas field drilling project
The Jackdaw decision puts Labour’s North Sea approach under fresh scrutiny
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Teenager shares experience of hidden hearing loss that went undetected for years
A teenager has spoken out about living with hearing loss that went undetected for years.
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Firefighters voice growing concerns over water supplies to tackle UK wildfires
During a summer fire that destroyed homes in Stourbridge, low pressure meant filling a water carrier took 40 minutes
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Are the Kindle Scribe e-readers as good as they sound? Here's what you need to know before you buy one
A Kindle, but with added writing features? Sounds great — but there are a few potential downsides to know about
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UK's biggest record fair returns to York with 200,000 records on offer
York Racecourse will host the UK’s biggest record fair on Sunday, November 1.
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France protests live: French government to deploy military for protests this weekend
Hundreds of thousands of people protested this weekend over declining public services and rising cost-of-living pressures
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Rare green jobs boost offers fresh evidence in North Sea transition debate
The announcement from SSE adds fresh evidence to the debate over whether renewable energy can replace employment lost in the North Sea oil and gas sector
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UK inflation expected to have accelerated in September after fuel surge
The September inflation rate will be watched closely by economists as it is typically used to decide the level that many benefits will increase.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Burnham faces climate revolt' and 'Harry wants to fix feud'
Several papers lead on remarks from the Duke of Sussex yesterday, where he said he hoped to reconcile with his family.
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East Yorkshire Buses announces new hospital service link to three towns
East Yorkshire Buses will launch the X56 service connecting York, Pocklington, and Market Weighton with Castle Hill Hospital.
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Ukraine war live: Trump puts pressure on Kyiv to ‘settle’ as rift escalates
Relations between Trump and Zelensky hit a new low after the US agreed a deal to purchase Russian diesel
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New Bradford musical earns 'next Billy Elliot' praise after sell-out performances
Salt the Musical wowed sold-out crowds in Saltaire, with audience members backing the show to reach bigger stages.
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'It is deeply concerning' - Bradford being one of hardest places to grow up in
The other areas in the bottom ten are Middlesbrough, Hounslow, Nottingham, Halton, Peterborough, Leicester, Liverpool, Sunderland and Medway.
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New Harrogate event aims to protect shop workers from crime and abuse
Harrogate BID is hosting the Retail Crime and Staff Safety Drop-in at the Victoria Shopping Centre as part of Safer Business Action Week.
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Millions of pensioners could see weekly state pension rise to £250.70 from April
The full new state pension could rise from £241.30 to £250.70 a week from April 2027, taking the annual payout to £13,036.40.
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Millions of pensioners could see weekly state pension rise to £250.70 from April
The full new state pension could rise from £241.30 to £250.70 a week from April 2027, taking the annual payout to £13,036.40.
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Millions of pensioners could see weekly state pension rise to £250.70 from April
The full new state pension could rise from £241.30 to £250.70 a week from April 2027, taking the annual payout to £13,036.40.
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Millions of pensioners could see weekly state pension rise to £250.70 from April
The full new state pension could rise from £241.30 to £250.70 a week from April 2027, taking the annual payout to £13,036.40.
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UK fighter jets to fly 'defensive' missions to help protect Saudi
British Defence Secretary Wes Streeting branded Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as "absolutely despicable and dangerous for the region." #EuropeNews
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King Charles heaps praise on Prince William after bombshell Prince Harry interview
The King spoke proudly about William as he hosted Sultan Haitham bin Tarik al Said at the start of his state visit
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Amazon to create 30,000 jobs for young people by 2030
The move comes amid a push from the Government to help reduce the number of so-called Neets.
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MPs call for firefighting planes to combat UK wildfire threat
“Britain needs a cultural shift that puts us in step with fire-savvy nations such as Australia,’ Efra chairman Alistair Carmichael said
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Man ordered to pay more than £2,000 for act after getting parking ticket
A man was ordered to pay £2,270 in fines and costs after he threw a parking fine notice on the ground in Cornwall. Stephen Lang, of St Martins Crescent, Camborne, was found guilty of littering at Exchequer Quay car park in Penryn on 20 November 2025. The court heard that the 58-year-old was issued with a penalty charge notice after his vehicle was found parked outside a marked bay. Lang approached the officer and challenged the notice before removing it from the vehicle and throwing it to the ground. The officer picked up the notice and placed it back on the vehicle before Lang removed it again and threw it in her direction. Lang was issued with a £250 Fixed Penalty Notice for littering, which he failed to pay despite a reminder. He was ordered to pay a £250 fine, £1920.90 in costs and a £100 victim surcharge.
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How the UK's hottest summer has affected autumn leaves
The UK's hottest summer on record has caused some trees to shed their leaves early, but experts say spectacular autumn colours could still be on the way.
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Second Labour MP suspended over Covid loan repayments
Perran Moon, MP for Camborne and Redruth, voluntarily referred himself for investigation.
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How to watch The Terminal List season 2 online – stream the Chris Pratt thriller from anywhere for free
Chris Pratt is back as Lieutenant Commander Reece in this gripping thriller series
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EA Sports FC 27 gets a PEGI 16 rating in Europe because of loot boxes
Still rated E for Everyone by the ESRB, though.
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Campaigners hit out at ‘cynical’ front-of-shirt sponsors ban as gambling ads soar
The Premier League front-of-shirt ban began during the 2026/27 season, three years after it was first announced
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Burnham and Sultan of Oman set to sign new investment agreement at Downing Street
Burnham believes the relationship between Britain and Oman is ‘a friendship which generates real benefits’
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Helen Haines live updates: Brendan Nugent doesn’t apply for bail in first court appearance since alleged attack
Independent MP’s condition remains critical on Wednesday after surgery to save her remaining leg
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The Acer Googlebook 14 is an excellent first attempt at a new type of laptop – but Google's software needs work
The Acer Googlebook 14 is the most affordable of these new breed of laptops – but is it the MacBook Air killer Android users have been waiting for?
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Brits needing food banks set to reach record high by 2029, new data suggests
The 9.1 million projection for 2028/29 potentially surpasses the previous record high of 9.07 million in 2025/26
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1 in 4 cases of depression may be caused by off-kilter body clocks
Depression has long been linked to chemical imbalances, but many cases may actually be related to disrupted body clocks that could be treated with melatonin therapies and early morning sun exposure
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UK government to make Jackdaw gas field announcement
The long-awaited decision about the controversial North Sea field is expected on Wednesday morning.
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Budget tax hikes for financial sector would be ‘own goal’, says CBI
Rain Newton-Smith, chief executive of the major business group, will call on Chancellor John Healey to give ‘business breathing space’.
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Government’s long-awaited decision on Jackdaw gas field to be announced
The decision on the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen will be announced following months of speculation about its future.
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How to watch I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton — live stream online from anywhere in the world
Lainey Wilson, Carrie Underwood, Ella Langley and more pay tribute to the music icon
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Audit regulator looking into Manchester City accounting
No formal investigation has started, but the regulator is making inquiries into the case.
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Tory MP questions government advisor's position after wife's Palestine Action post
A Downing Street spokeswoman told the BBC: "These views are held by an individual who does not represent the government in any capacity."
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Tell us how you’re going to fund defence, Badenoch urges chancellor ahead of Budget
Conservative leader accuses Labour of seeking to kick tough decisions on spending into long grass
