Expert comment and analysis on the latest UK news, with headlines from England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
Liz Hurley hits back at 'leak' suggestions and claims phone was bugged, during intense day at High Court
Elizabeth Hurley hit back at suggestions of "leaks" among her friends as she gave evidence in the privacy trial against the publisher of the Daily Mail - and became tearful as she spoke about the impact of articles written about her private life.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:19:00 +0000
Elizabeth Hurley hit back at suggestions of "leaks" among her friends as she gave evidence in the privacy trial against the publisher of the Daily Mail - and became tearful as she spoke about the impact of articles written about her private life.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:19:00 +0000
Pensioner killed in 'ritual sacrifice' was 'failed on every level', family says
The family of a pensioner killed in a "ritual sacrifice" by a woman who escaped from a mental health unit said authorities "failed on every level" to protect him.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:25:00 +0000
The family of a pensioner killed in a "ritual sacrifice" by a woman who escaped from a mental health unit said authorities "failed on every level" to protect him.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:25:00 +0000
How quickly could the UK ban teenagers from social media?
The UK just got much closer to banning under-16s from social media. So, how long could it take for a ban to come into force?
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:47:00 +0000
The UK just got much closer to banning under-16s from social media. So, how long could it take for a ban to come into force?
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:47:00 +0000
Anger, indignation and exasperation in Tunbridge Wells over water fight
Water fights are supposed to be fun - but the anger, indignation, and exasperation in Tunbridge Wells mean this one will be feisty.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 02:20:00 +0000
Water fights are supposed to be fun - but the anger, indignation, and exasperation in Tunbridge Wells mean this one will be feisty.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 02:20:00 +0000
Asylum seekers moved into army barracks despite local opposition
Asylum seekers have started moving into a military training camp in East Sussex despite opposition from the local council and residents.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:12:00 +0000
Asylum seekers have started moving into a military training camp in East Sussex despite opposition from the local council and residents.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:12:00 +0000
Fresh search for 'Beast of Birkenhead' - after previous accused served 38 years in jail
It's a brutal crime that's haunted the streets of Merseyside for decades.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:27:00 +0000
It's a brutal crime that's haunted the streets of Merseyside for decades.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:27:00 +0000
Warning issued after three deaths in 18 months at beauty spot
The death of three people at a waterfall spot in Wales over an 18-month period has prompted a warning about the safety of the popular location.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:53:00 +0000
The death of three people at a waterfall spot in Wales over an 18-month period has prompted a warning about the safety of the popular location.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:53:00 +0000
Why ADHD drug use has rocketed among UK adults
The use of medication to treat Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has risen sharply in the UK, largely due to growing prescription rates among adults - particularly women.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:29:00 +0000
The use of medication to treat Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has risen sharply in the UK, largely due to growing prescription rates among adults - particularly women.
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:29:00 +0000
Man died in fall tying flags to lamp posts, inquest told
A man in his 60s suffered fatal head injuries after he fell from a ladder while tying a Union flag to a lamp post, an inquest has heard.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:10:00 +0000
A man in his 60s suffered fatal head injuries after he fell from a ladder while tying a Union flag to a lamp post, an inquest has heard.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:10:00 +0000
Welsh first minister accuses Westminster of treating Wales unfairly
First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan has issued a warning to Sir Keir Starmer that if powers are not devolved to the Senedd, Wales will begin a path of nationalism which could threaten the future of the United Kingdom.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:14:00 +0000
First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan has issued a warning to Sir Keir Starmer that if powers are not devolved to the Senedd, Wales will begin a path of nationalism which could threaten the future of the United Kingdom.
Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:14:00 +0000