UK Newspaper Archive

Questions mount over a 30‑hour delay in informing the public after a missile incident at the joint US‑UK base on Diego Garcia. The opposition accuses the PM of a culture of cover‑ups and demands an…

Iran warned it would target water infrastructure if the US hits its power plants, escalating a dispute over access to the Strait of Hormuz. Experts say striking essential services would harm civilians and likely breach…

Iran vowed steps that would sharply lift global oil prices after rejecting a 48-hour ultimatum from Trump. The PM convened a Cobra meeting as ministers assessed risks to energy supplies and shipping. Firms were warned…

An ex-football star will unveil The Curious Garden at the Chelsea Flower Show in May, hosting a personal plot with a veteran TV gardener. The project showcases new horticultural interests and is set to draw…

An investigation alleges a gang boss ran a begging network in central London using threats and intimidation. Critics say a lenient official approach enabled the operation. Police have stepped up checks as experts warn of…

The PM is under pressure to cap energy giants’ profits as fuel costs are set to rise amid Middle East tensions. The cost-of-living adviser urges a temporary cap and household support. Officials are drafting contingencies,…

Unions urge the government to launch a Covid‑style emergency plan to shield jobs from an energy shock linked to Middle East instability. The TUC calls for guaranteed power supplies, support for energy‑intensive firms, and a…

Trump has escalated pressure on Tehran, warning of action against energy facilities if traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked. Tehran threatened reciprocal moves on vital infrastructure, while Israel readies increased operations, heightening LNG…

Ministers say the UK is safe from Iran’s long‑range missiles, rejecting Israeli claims that Britain could be hit. Housing secretary Steve Reed says defences are in place and there is no official assessment that Iran…

Israel says Iran has missiles capable of hitting London, citing activity linked to Diego Garcia as evidence of long‑range reach. The warning has triggered UK–US security consultations and pressure to bolster British air and missile…

New research shows over-65s are now more likely to visit pubs and venues than Gen Z, helping to prop up the night-time economy. Analysts cite rising stay-at-home habits among younger adults, while older patrons are…

Defence firms say UK indecision is costing contracts, with drone makers diverting resources overseas amid weak demand and delays at the MoD. The Opposition warns of harm to industry. Ministers promise a Defence Investment Plan…

The Foreign Secretary condemned an incident targeting the joint UK-US base on Diego Garcia, calling it reckless. Kemi Badenoch urged the PM to disclose details affecting British troops. No 10 said related actions were collective…

Trump criticised Nato allies over the Gulf crisis. The UK has begun contingency planning and authorised the use of its bases for operations against launch sites threatening shipping, amid warnings that energy and borrowing costs…

Washington has prepared plans to deploy troops to seize Kharg Island, a strategic Gulf oil hub, following the president’s rebuke of Nato allies. The proposed operation would use naval and air support to secure facilities…

Economists warn fresh tax rises may be needed as a global energy disruption drives inflation and pushes up borrowing costs, straining the Treasury. Servicing the national debt is costing about £13bn a month, threatening to…

UK borrowing costs have hit an 18-year high as gilt yields top 5%, prompting banks to pull mortgage deals. Traders bet inflation will prove stickier and rates stay higher for longer, lifting swap costs. The…

An inquest into the death of a former world champion boxer heard his mum recall their final hug, saying it was so strong it almost broke her ribs. She said he’d spoken of a return…

An inquest heard former boxing champion Ricky Hatton had a brain disease affecting memory. The coroner found he may not have intended the actions that resulted in his death, with the condition considered a significant…

Market turmoil from escalating Middle East tensions has led lenders to withdraw mortgage deals. The Bank of England warns inflation could rise, prompting up to three base-rate increases this year, lifting repayments for millions and…

Saudi Arabia signalled it may take military action against Iran after incidents at Gulf energy sites pushed global oil and gas prices higher. Riyadh warned that further aggression will trigger a response, while markets and…

The Covid inquiry finds frontline staff’s efforts prevented NHS collapse. Chair Baroness Hallett praises a “superhuman” response, but criticises years of underfunding and unclear messaging—especially “Stay Home”—for leaving services ill-prepared and deterring patients from seeking…

A Labrador called Stanley dug up a Victorian poison bottle in his owner’s garden, offering a key clue to a 160‑year‑old local mystery. Experts think it originated from a 19th‑century chemist, helping explain reports of…

UK energy bills set to surge after incidents at key Gulf gas facilities cut LNG output. Wholesale prices jumped about 25%, with analysts warning costs could remain elevated for years. Inflation risks may force further…

Middle East tensions are pushing up oil and gas costs, threatening a renewed rise in UK inflation. The Bank of England kept rates steady but signalled it stands ready to tighten further to contain price…

Global markets slid as investors priced in a prolonged energy shock linked to a geopolitical crisis. Oil and European gas jumped, inflation risks mounted and bond yields rose. Central banks cautioned that price pressures may…

Iran issued a fresh warning over Gulf shipping, heightening fears of an energy crunch. Delayed cargoes and higher risk premiums lifted oil and gas prices. Ministers and suppliers warned of pressure on bills, urging calm…

An independent review finds the PM’s ‘stay at home’ Covid messaging deterred people from seeking urgent care, leaving thousands without lifesaving treatment. It urges clearer risk communication and stronger NHS triage to protect non-Covid services…