Expert comment and analysis on the latest UK news, with headlines from England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
UK plan to defend itself from invasion moving at 'glacial' pace
The UK lacks a national plan to defend itself from attack and is moving at a "glacial" pace to fix the problem despite threats from Russia and China, a report by MPs has warned.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 02:04:00 +0000
The UK lacks a national plan to defend itself from attack and is moving at a "glacial" pace to fix the problem despite threats from Russia and China, a report by MPs has warned.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 02:04:00 +0000
British woman among five killed in snowstorm in Chilean Patagonia
A British woman is among five people who died after severe winter weather struck Chile's Patagonia region, officials have confirmed.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:53:00 +0000
A British woman is among five people who died after severe winter weather struck Chile's Patagonia region, officials have confirmed.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:53:00 +0000
Scientists sound alarm over ultra-processed foods
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are a leading cause of a "chronic disease pandemic" linked to worsening diets, experts have warned.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:16:00 +0000
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are a leading cause of a "chronic disease pandemic" linked to worsening diets, experts have warned.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:16:00 +0000
Best and worst parcel delivery companies revealed
The best and worst delivery companies have been revealed in new research by Citizens Advice.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:51:00 +0000
The best and worst delivery companies have been revealed in new research by Citizens Advice.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:51:00 +0000
Weather warnings in place as parts of UK hit by heavy snow
Amber and yellow weather warnings for snow and ice are in place across the country, with some parts already hit by freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:13:00 +0000
Amber and yellow weather warnings for snow and ice are in place across the country, with some parts already hit by freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:13:00 +0000
Scotland secure men's World Cup spot for first time since 1998
Scotland secured a place at the men's World Cup for the first time since 1998 as stoppage-time goals by Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean secured a thrilling 4-2 win over Denmark at Hampden Park.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:29:00 +0000
Scotland secured a place at the men's World Cup for the first time since 1998 as stoppage-time goals by Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean secured a thrilling 4-2 win over Denmark at Hampden Park.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:29:00 +0000
Council facing urgent questions over deaths of two more teens
Two more teenagers who were in the care of Barnet Council have died since the death of 18-year-old Nonita Grabovskyte - prompting urgent questions over whether vital lessons were delayed.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:28:00 +0000
Two more teenagers who were in the care of Barnet Council have died since the death of 18-year-old Nonita Grabovskyte - prompting urgent questions over whether vital lessons were delayed.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:28:00 +0000
Line Of Duty star says primary school tests 'devastating' for SEND pupils
Actor Anna Maxwell Martin and a group of parents have warned that primary school tests have "devastating effects" for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:45:00 +0000
Actor Anna Maxwell Martin and a group of parents have warned that primary school tests have "devastating effects" for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:45:00 +0000
Parliamentarians warned of new spying attempts from China-linked agents
MPs and parliamentarians have been warned of new attempts to spy on them by China.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:23:00 +0000
MPs and parliamentarians have been warned of new attempts to spy on them by China.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:23:00 +0000
'Historic day for men's health' as government vows to tackle 'overlooked' stigma
Suicide prevention, alcohol abuse and problem gambling will be the focus of a new government strategy for men's health.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 03:40:00 +0000
Suicide prevention, alcohol abuse and problem gambling will be the focus of a new government strategy for men's health.
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 03:40:00 +0000