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EU-UK talks making ‘good progress’ says Downing Street after von der Leyen visit

EU-UK talks making ‘good progress’ says Downing Street after von der Leyen visit

EU-UK talks making ‘good progress’ says Downing Street after von der Leyen visit

24 April 2025

Sir Keir Starmer welcomed the European Commission president to Number 10.


Inquest into death of nurse killed when hit by a car adjourned for investigation

Inquest into death of nurse killed when hit by a car adjourned for investigation

Inquest into death of nurse killed when hit by a car adjourned for investigation

24 April 2025

A man has been arrested and released on bail over the death of Dominyka Jonikaite.


Archbishop Martin pays tribute to Pope Francis at special mass

Archbishop Martin pays tribute to Pope Francis at special mass

Archbishop Martin pays tribute to Pope Francis at special mass

24 April 2025

The Catholic Archbishop of Armagh said the Pope wanted to ‘reach the hearts of those who are spiritually poor’.


Girl, 14, charged after serious assault on 12-year-old girl at school

Girl, 14, charged after serious assault on 12-year-old girl at school

Girl, 14, charged after serious assault on 12-year-old girl at school

24 April 2025

Police Scotland said there was ‘no risk to the wider school community’ in Aberdeen.


Man, 58, killed in collision with car in Glasgow named by police

Man, 58, killed in collision with car in Glasgow named by police

Man, 58, killed in collision with car in Glasgow named by police

24 April 2025

The incident happened on Saturday, March 22 on Carntyne Road, at its junction with Murrayfield Street.


Scottish Labour demands apology from SNP by-election candidate

Scottish Labour demands apology from SNP by-election candidate

Scottish Labour demands apology from SNP by-election candidate

24 April 2025

Labour accused Katy Loudon of voting against investment for the Hamilton area.


Footballer who comforted Glenn Hoddle during heart attack to run London Marathon

Footballer who comforted Glenn Hoddle during heart attack to run London Marathon

Footballer who comforted Glenn Hoddle during heart attack to run London Marathon

24 April 2025

Steve Sidwell will run the London Marathon in support of the British Heart Foundation, as well as the Motor Neurone Disease Association.


Farage accused of being ‘out of touch’ after ‘overdiagnosis’ comments

Farage accused of being ‘out of touch’ after ‘overdiagnosis’ comments

Farage accused of being ‘out of touch’ after ‘overdiagnosis’ comments

24 April 2025

The Reform leader told a local elections campaign event that overdiagnosis is ‘creating a class of victims’ in the UK.


William and PM’s attendance at Pope’s funeral shows ‘respect for Catholic faith’

William and PM’s attendance at Pope’s funeral shows ‘respect for Catholic faith’

William and PM’s attendance at Pope’s funeral shows ‘respect for Catholic faith’

24 April 2025

Sir Keir Starmer will be there on behalf of the British Government while the Prince of Wales will represent the King.


Omagh families will be ‘satisfied’ by Irish Government steps

Omagh families will be ‘satisfied’ by Irish Government steps

Omagh families will be ‘satisfied’ by Irish Government steps

24 April 2025

Last week, the Irish government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the inquiry investigating the blast.


PM backs ‘homegrown clean energy’ as Government pushes back on net zero critics

PM backs ‘homegrown clean energy’ as Government pushes back on net zero critics

PM backs ‘homegrown clean energy’ as Government pushes back on net zero critics

24 April 2025

Sir Keir Starmer said clean energy is the only way to ensure energy security and drive down bills.


UK lifts more sanctions in Syria to support efforts to rebuild country

UK lifts more sanctions in Syria to support efforts to rebuild country

UK lifts more sanctions in Syria to support efforts to rebuild country

24 April 2025

The Foreign Office announced restrictions on sectors of the Syrian economy would be eased to facilitate investment in the country.


‘Lack of transparency’ concerns footballer Maddy Cusack’s family, inquest hears

‘Lack of transparency’ concerns footballer Maddy Cusack’s family, inquest hears

‘Lack of transparency’ concerns footballer Maddy Cusack’s family, inquest hears

24 April 2025

Maddy Cusack played for Sheffield United before her death aged 27 in September 2023.


William hugged by fans during visit to ‘fantastic’ youth centre

William hugged by fans during visit to ‘fantastic’ youth centre

William hugged by fans during visit to ‘fantastic’ youth centre

24 April 2025

The Prince of Wales played computer games with youngsters – losing at football but winning a car race.


‘Headphone dodgers’ may not be able to afford £1,000 fines, says Badenoch

‘Headphone dodgers’ may not be able to afford £1,000 fines, says Badenoch

‘Headphone dodgers’ may not be able to afford £1,000 fines, says Badenoch

24 April 2025

The Liberal Democrats have proposed steep fines for people playing music out loud from their phones on public transport.


Marisha Wallace says King told her he was ‘proud’ of her British citizenship

Marisha Wallace says King told her he was ‘proud’ of her British citizenship

Marisha Wallace says King told her he was ‘proud’ of her British citizenship

24 April 2025

The 39-year-old West End star praised the UK for helping her to become a leading lady.


Businesses ‘crying out’ for Scottish visas to boost workforce, says SNP MP

Businesses ‘crying out’ for Scottish visas to boost workforce, says SNP MP

Businesses ‘crying out’ for Scottish visas to boost workforce, says SNP MP

24 April 2025

Stephen Gethins argued the UK’s current ‘one-size fits all’ approach to immigration is not working.


Francis: How will pontiff’s funeral differ from those held for predecessors?

Francis: How will pontiff’s funeral differ from those held for predecessors?

Francis: How will pontiff’s funeral differ from those held for predecessors?

24 April 2025

Pope Francis introduced changes to the papal funeral rites in 2024 which were aimed at simplifying the ceremonies.


Police ‘considering other possibilities’ in murder probe over death of woman, 22

Police ‘considering other possibilities’ in murder probe over death of woman, 22

Police ‘considering other possibilities’ in murder probe over death of woman, 22

24 April 2025

Devon and Cornwall Police said they were contacted on Wednesday regarding an initial report of an incident involving a pedestrian on the A379.


Harry and Meghan call for stronger social media protection for children

Harry and Meghan call for stronger social media protection for children

Harry and Meghan call for stronger social media protection for children

24 April 2025

The Sussexes unveiled a memorial in New York City to young people who lost their lives due to the harmful effects of social media.


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