Expert comment and analysis on the latest UK news, with headlines from England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.
'Physical threat' from Iran on people living in UK has 'increased significantly', watchdog says
The threat of physical attacks by Iran on people living in the UK has increased "significantly" since 2022, according to a new report by parliament's intelligence watchdog.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 06:09:00 +0100
The threat of physical attacks by Iran on people living in the UK has increased "significantly" since 2022, according to a new report by parliament's intelligence watchdog.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 06:09:00 +0100
This flimsy dinghy most likely took 50 people to Britain today
We see the boat from a distance - the orange of the life jackets reflected in the rising sun.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:38:00 +0100
We see the boat from a distance - the orange of the life jackets reflected in the rising sun.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:38:00 +0100
Officers who confronted Southport killer reveal how they disarmed him - as they are nominated for police bravery award
The officers who confronted the Southport killer have described, for the first time publicly, how they disarmed him - as they joined a list of 70 officers nominated for a police bravery award.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:30:00 +0100
The officers who confronted the Southport killer have described, for the first time publicly, how they disarmed him - as they joined a list of 70 officers nominated for a police bravery award.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:30:00 +0100
PC attacked in airport brawl was 'terrified' - and says people just filmed on their phones
A police officer who had her nose broken after being punched to the floor at Manchester Airport has told a court she was "absolutely terrified".
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 17:17:00 +0100
A police officer who had her nose broken after being punched to the floor at Manchester Airport has told a court she was "absolutely terrified".
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 17:17:00 +0100
King Charles asks RNLI crew if they 'get a lot' of small boat crossing call outs
King Charles has asked RNLI volunteers if they "get a lot" of small boat crossings and rescues, during a royal visit on Thursday.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 18:16:00 +0100
King Charles has asked RNLI volunteers if they "get a lot" of small boat crossings and rescues, during a royal visit on Thursday.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 18:16:00 +0100
What difference will 'one in, one out' small boats deal make?
One of Sir Keir Starmer's most memorable pre-election promises was that he would "smash the gangs" of people smugglers sending people across the English Channel on small boats.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:43:00 +0100
One of Sir Keir Starmer's most memorable pre-election promises was that he would "smash the gangs" of people smugglers sending people across the English Channel on small boats.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:43:00 +0100
See how your NHS trust is performing on waiting lists
Today's figures show that in May the NHS waiting list in England fell, for the third month in a row. There are now 7.36 million outstanding appointments – the lowest level since March 2023.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:31:00 +0100
Today's figures show that in May the NHS waiting list in England fell, for the third month in a row. There are now 7.36 million outstanding appointments – the lowest level since March 2023.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:31:00 +0100
Heat health alerts and hosepipe ban issued as third heatwave hits UK
Heat health alerts and a hosepipe ban have been issued as the third heatwave of the summer is set to hit some parts of the country by the weekend.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:41:00 +0100
Heat health alerts and a hosepipe ban have been issued as the third heatwave of the summer is set to hit some parts of the country by the weekend.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:41:00 +0100
Heat deaths in England and Wales could surge 50-fold, study warns
Heat-related deaths in England and Wales could rise 50-fold by the 2070s as climate change collides with an ageing population, a study has warned.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 20:15:00 +0100
Heat-related deaths in England and Wales could rise 50-fold by the 2070s as climate change collides with an ageing population, a study has warned.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 20:15:00 +0100
Woman and three teenagers arrested over M&S, Co-op and Harrods cyber attacks
Four people have been arrested by police investigating cyber attacks targeting M&S, Co-op and Harrods.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:58:00 +0100
Four people have been arrested by police investigating cyber attacks targeting M&S, Co-op and Harrods.
Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:58:00 +0100