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Hard-right Reform party pledges to suspend UK asylum system if elected

Reform has accused Labour of having "totally lost control" of the UK's borders, whilst Labour says small boat crossing figures have continued to come down in recent years.

12 October 2026

Travel News

You could own a Scottish island for €414,000 – but there’s a catch

Hildasay Island off the west coast of Shetland offers spectacular views and birdlife, but no real creature comforts.

12 October 2026

Europe News

UK’s Burnham says Russia interfered in Brexit vote

The prime minister said Germany’s Friedrich Merz had told him the far-right AfD was linked to Russia, as he faces questions at home over Labour’s ties to the UAE.

12 October 2026

Europe News

Former Prince Andrew receives £302,000 in Royal Lodge compensation

After leaving Royal Lodge in February, Prince Andrew moved to a property on the Sandringham Estate in eastern England, which is privately owned by King Charles III.

9 October 2026

Europe News

UK nuclear submarine only air defence are 'fire hoses', reports say

While drone attacks are becoming a major threat in armed conflicts, Britain's nuclear submarines are revealed to use "fire hoses" to defend themselves against air attacks, reports say.

9 October 2026

Europe News

Ex-prince Andrew warrants ruled 'unlawful' as police probe continues

According to British media reports, it is the first time a member of the royal family has challenged the legality of criminal proceedings since the trial of Charles I in 1649.

8 October 2026

Europe News

Royal Navy sailor appears in court accused of spying for Russia

Royal Navy sailor appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday after being held in custody since his arrest on Tuesday at his home near London

8 October 2026

Art

Back to the 90s! Tate Britain celebrates the decade's art and fashion

Tate Britain's nostalgic new showcase highlights a lost era of optimism, rebellion and culture-defining creativity.

8 October 2026

Travel News

What travellers need to know about the UK’s new contactless e-gates

UK airports have begun rolling out contactless e-gates. The technology allows eligible travellers to pass through without having to show their passports.

8 October 2026

Nature

Nature to replace historical figures on UK banknotes

Four animals have been selected to feature on new UK banknotes following a public vote with almost half a million participants.

8 October 2026

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Fantasy worlds come to life on nails at London nail art competition

Nailympia London showcased fantasy nail art inspired by folklore, forests and steampunk, as global artists raced to create miniature worlds on nails.

7 October 2026

United Kingdom

UK trial of three Iranians over plot to target dissident journalists

In London three Iranians go on trial accused of targeting UK-based journalists opposed to the regime in Tehran

6 October 2026

Europe News

Israel bars UK Green leader after vote to define Zionism as racism

UK Jewish groups say the motion stokes hatred after a string of attacks on their community, while the government and other parties have condemned a policy that even at least three out of five Green MPs opposed.

5 October 2026

United Kingdom

US pulls all B-1 bombers from UK airbase at centre of terror probe

Donald Trump has criticised the UK authorities decision to release six men on bail after they were arrested following an incident near airbase RAF Fairford.

5 October 2026

Nature

Feel ‘lost’ in nature? Bushcraft skills could help you reconnect

The Bushcraft Bus is reconnecting Europeans with nature.

3 October 2026

Art

British Museum hosts a major exhibition on Korean art and history

The exhibition includes 10 national treasures and official Korean designations recognising their cultural importance, with most exhibits drawn from the collection of late Samsung billionaire Lee Kun-Hee.

2 October 2026

Travel News

Iconic London hotel Dukes is set to reopen in mid-2027

The property, which is home to the legendary martini spot Dukes Bar, will be operated by Minor Hotels.

2 October 2026

Travel News

UK scraps charges to seat children with parents on flights

The new rules, announced by UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, have now come into force.

2 October 2026

Sport

Man City confirms appeal after Premier League charges verdict

According to the Premier League, potential sanctions against City could be a reprimand, a fine, a suspension, points deduction or, in the worst case, expulsion from the competition.

2 October 2026

Art

What does music look like? This British artist paints what he hears

Sounds can sometimes interrupt Andrew’s thoughts, but he sees synaesthesia as an inseparable part of his life.

2 October 2026

Europe News

Anglo-Iranian man arrested over UK airbase incident, police say

Five men, all British nationals in their 20s and from London, were arrested in the early hours of Sunday on suspicion of explosives and terror offenses close to the RAF Fairford base.

2 October 2026

Sport

Manchester City not 'above the rules', says Downing Street

After PM Andy Burnham's - a former mayor of Greater Manchester - admission of his fears that the club's owners might leave because of the investigation into 'creative book-keeping', his spokesperson has issued a clarification.

1 October 2026

Europe News

Netanyahu says Israel warned UK of Iran attack plot on airbase

After three days of investigations, including using a bomb disposal team, police said on Tuesday they had found no explosives in the vehicles, but they had retrieved a "quantity of petrol."

1 October 2026

Europe News

Burnham: 'Strong indications' Iran played part in UK airbase scare

Tehran has rejected any involvement in Sunday's incident at the US-used airbase, where police found petrol but no explosives and five suspects have been released on bail.

30 September 2026

Europe News

UK ends 'one in, one out' migrant returns deal with France

Only about 4% of small-boat arrivals were sent back under the year-long pilot, which cost an average of €65,500 per return, as Paris pushes for an EU-wide replacement.

30 September 2026