Government has approved adding SMA (spinal muscular atrophy) to England’s newborn screening. The NHS change will identify cases at birth, enabling faster treatment and better outcomes, offering new protection for thousands of babies each year. Campaigners who pushed for the change welcomed the decision.
After Trump’s threat to quit Nato, European capitals warn it could fracture alliance security and embolden a hostile state. The UK is driving a diplomatic push with partners to reinforce defence ties and protect energy routes, including the Strait of Hormuz.
Airlines warn jet fuel shortages could disrupt flights within days, pushing up fares and putting millions of overseas holidays at risk. Carriers are planning contingency measures and urging government and suppliers to stabilise supplies to protect summer travel.
A veteran radio presenter has spoken after being removed by the BBC following allegations about personal conduct. He said he fully co-operated with police during a 2018 inquiry and thanked loyal listeners for their support since his dismissal.
Starmer sets a tilt to Brussels, seeking deeper UK‑EU cooperation on defence and the economy after Trump’s comments strained trust. He wants deals at a summer summit, coordination to secure key shipping lanes, and says Britain will resist US pressure where interests diverge.
The US president threatened to quit Nato, branding it a “paper tiger”, amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. He claimed Tehran had proposed a ceasefire, which it denies, and warned of further military action unless the waterway is reopened to stabilise energy markets.
Trump suggested he may not uphold Nato’s mutual-defence pledge for allies he deems underpaying, triggering alarm. UK figures reaffirmed firm backing for Nato and urged Europe to meet spending targets, warning such rhetoric emboldens adversaries and weakens collective security.