
Expert comment and analysis on the latest UK news, with headlines from England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.

Man in court accused of drugging and repeatedly raping his ex-wife
A man has appeared in court charged with drugging and raping his ex-wife over a 13-year period.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:12:00 +0000
A man has appeared in court charged with drugging and raping his ex-wife over a 13-year period.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:12:00 +0000

Two-year-old killed in motorway collision - as five others in hospital with serious injuries
A two-year-old boy has died, and five others have been seriously injured after their broken-down car was hit by another vehicle on the A1 motorway.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:14:00 +0000
A two-year-old boy has died, and five others have been seriously injured after their broken-down car was hit by another vehicle on the A1 motorway.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:14:00 +0000

Why Andrew photo in Epstein files is deeply awkward for Royal Family
A Sandringham photograph of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the Epstein files has resurfaced at a particularly uncomfortable moment for the Royal Family, just days before they gather at the estate for Christmas.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:12:00 +0000
A Sandringham photograph of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the Epstein files has resurfaced at a particularly uncomfortable moment for the Royal Family, just days before they gather at the estate for Christmas.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 21:12:00 +0000

Half of voters think PM will be replaced next year, poll suggests
Half of people think Sir Keir Starmer will be replaced as prime minister by the end of 2026, according to an exclusive YouGov poll for Sky News
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:16:00 +0000
Half of people think Sir Keir Starmer will be replaced as prime minister by the end of 2026, according to an exclusive YouGov poll for Sky News
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:16:00 +0000

Why UK is in 'extraordinary times' over its climate
The UK could be set to have had its warmest year on record, according to forecasters.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:19:00 +0000
The UK could be set to have had its warmest year on record, according to forecasters.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:19:00 +0000

The celebrities and notable figures we said goodbye to this year
From the Pope to the Prince of Darkness, starring in his own goodbye gig just weeks before his death, the world lost many famous faces and notable figures in 2025.
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:05:00 +0000
From the Pope to the Prince of Darkness, starring in his own goodbye gig just weeks before his death, the world lost many famous faces and notable figures in 2025.
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:05:00 +0000

How does your Christmas compare to the rest of the UK - take our quiz to find out
Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? If not, time to get cracking - as the data reveals that you're lagging behind!
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:22:00 +0000
Have you finished your Christmas shopping yet? If not, time to get cracking - as the data reveals that you're lagging behind!
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:22:00 +0000

Non-crime hate incidents should be scrapped, police leaders say
Non-crime hate incidents should be scrapped and replaced with a "common sense" system, police leaders are set to recommend.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 02:44:00 +0000
Non-crime hate incidents should be scrapped and replaced with a "common sense" system, police leaders are set to recommend.
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 02:44:00 +0000

'Soaring rise' in strangulation and suffocation charges
There has been a "soaring rise" in the number of people charged with strangulation and suffocation since the offence was introduced four years ago, according to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 07:44:00 +0000
There has been a "soaring rise" in the number of people charged with strangulation and suffocation since the offence was introduced four years ago, according to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
Tue, 23 Dec 2025 07:44:00 +0000

Greta Thunberg arrested at a protest supporting Palestine Action hunger strikers
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has been arrested in central London at a demonstration in support of Palestine Action hunger strikers.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 19:34:00 +0000
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has been arrested in central London at a demonstration in support of Palestine Action hunger strikers.
Mon, 22 Dec 2025 19:34:00 +0000