Expert comment and analysis on the latest UK news, with headlines from England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
Britain warned it's not ready to defend itself from invasion
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
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
Scotland qualify for World Cup 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
MI5 is also trying to send a signal to China with spying warning to parliamentarians
The warning was meant for British parliamentarians, of course, but MI5 and the government are also trying to send a signal to China.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:33:00 +0000
The warning was meant for British parliamentarians, of course, but MI5 and the government are also trying to send a signal to China.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:33:00 +0000
Fresh appeal for missing teenager last seen in castle grounds
Police have issued a fresh appeal for information one year on from the disappearance of a teenager in Stornoway.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:48:00 +0000
Police have issued a fresh appeal for information one year on from the disappearance of a teenager in Stornoway.
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:48:00 +0000