UK Newspaper Archive

A public inquiry found a foreign leader morally responsible for the death of Dawn Sturgess after the Salisbury nerve‑agent incident. The PM announced new sanctions, including asset freezes, on officials tied to the regime, saying…

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage accused the BBC of double standards, pointing to 1970s shows that would fail today’s standards, after it questioned him over alleged schoolboy racism, which he denies. He said he may…

Liz Kendall rejects claims Labour is the party of welfare, calling the label ignorant. She defends tax rises to fund reforms, including ending the two‑child cap and expanding help with nursery fees. Labour says the…

Joe Root hit an Ashes century, meaning Australian great Matthew Hayden’s tongue-in-cheek vow to streak if Root missed a ton won’t happen. The innings steadied England and spared spectators an awkward sideshow, keeping attention on…

David Lammy has suggested the UK consider joining a customs union, arguing it would boost growth and cut red tape. The PM has ruled it out, insisting current arrangements can deliver. The comments reveal a…

Health officials warn of an unprecedented early surge in flu, raising fears of the worst winter wave in years. With cases at record seasonal highs, the NHS faces heavy pressure. People, especially the vulnerable and…

Christopher Harborne has given Reform £9m, a record donation that puts the party top of quarterly fundraising with more than £10m raised. The gift bolsters Nigel Farage’s campaign, leaving the Tories and Labour trailing on…

Nigel Farage rejected new claims from former classmates that he used racist language at school, calling them vindictive. He attacked broadcasters and the Guardian over coverage as his party slips in polls, bringing renewed scrutiny…

A magnitude 3.3 earthquake struck the Lake District, the BGS confirmed. Tremors were felt across Cumbria and parts of Lancashire, rattling homes and prompting numerous reports. No significant damage or injuries were recorded, and activity…

An inquiry into the Salisbury nerve agent incident finds it was authorised at the highest level of a hostile state, with its leader deemed morally responsible for a Briton’s death. Officials say the operation was…

An entertainer reunites with her husband after leaving a jungle reality show, expressing relief to be home and praising their relationship. She also addresses a minor on‑set fuss dubbed milk bottle‑gate, giving her side and…

The Duchess of Sussex’s father, 81, is in intensive care in the Philippines after emergency surgery. He became seriously ill at home and was rushed to hospital. Doctors plan a further procedure to address a…

Kemi Badenoch alleges the PM’s business rates rise will damage high streets, hitting hospitality and retail with higher costs and risking closures and job losses. The government says the changes are needed to fund services…

Ministers plan nationwide live facial recognition, letting police match CCTV to the passport photo database. They say it will speed suspect identification; critics warn of privacy risks, false matches and mission creep. Statutory oversight and…

UK authorities are probing claims that foreign operatives used cargo ships and smaller ports to enter the country, then visited areas near military bases and critical infrastructure. Security services are tightening dock checks and examining…

Parents are set to save up to £900 a year as the PM pledges to overhaul infant formula rules. Planned changes will allow price promotions, improve labelling and retailer guidance, and boost competition, helping families…

Bond investors cautioned the US Treasury that selecting Kevin Hassett to replace Powell as Fed chair could unsettle markets, citing worries over his perceived political ties and potential for sweeping rate cuts. Officials said the…

An investigation finds thousands of NHS laboratory staff exposed to unsafe formaldehyde levels, a cancer-linked chemical, with cases of severe asthma and long-term illness forcing some to leave work. Regulators’ limits were breached. Experts call…

Families of the 97 Hillsborough victims say accountability remains absent after a report found up to 12 officers could have faced charges, yet none will as all have retired. The findings renew calls for legal…

MPs have launched a probe into royal lease deals after the Royal Lodge row, examining whether rents on Crown Estate homes offer value for money. The Public Accounts Committee will review arrangements for the Waleses’…

After 36 years of inquiries into the 1989 Hillsborough stadium disaster, a new review says 12 police officers would face gross misconduct cases under today’s rules and confirms major operational failures. No officer will be…

The Treasury’s permanent secretary has been drawn into a dispute over the Chancellor’s claims about the state of the public finances and the OBR’s advice. A released letter suggests her remarks misled the public, prompting…

A report warns lives are at risk without urgent action to prevent assaults on women and girls. It calls on the PM to strengthen policing, offender management and prevention, as the inquiry prompted by Sarah…

Sarah Everard’s mother says she remains tormented as the Angiolini inquiry warns police vetting reforms remain incomplete. It found applicants with relevant convictions weren’t consistently barred and urged urgent action to stop dangerous individuals entering…

The police watchdog has closed its 14‑year Hillsborough investigation, ruling no officers will face discipline. It found serious failings and efforts to shift blame, but cases were time‑barred or individuals had retired or died. Families…

Nigel Farage told Reform donors he expects an arrangement with the Tories before the next election, possibly a merger or pact to avoid splitting the vote. Citing the fall‑out from 2019, he said past dealings…