UK News

Verdict due in trial over 2018 bridge collapse in Italy that killed dozens

Prosecutors have argued that years of maintenance neglect led to the collapse.

Government brings British Steel under public ownership

The announcement follows the Steel Industry (Nationalisation) Act 2026 receiving royal assent and becoming law.

Ultra-processed food linked to quarter of heart disease cases and deaths – study

Data suggests deaths will fall if people cut their intake of UPFs.

US airstrikes hit northern Iran as it disables ship trying to breach blockade

Tehran retaliated with missile and drone fire targeting Bahrain and Kuwait before dawn.

Keir Starmer says UK support for Ukraine will ‘always endure’ on farewell visit

Sir Keir made a final visit to Ukraine as Prime Minister on Thursday.

Sam Neill’s cause of death confirmed as pneumonia, agent says

The New Zealand actor, best known for playing Dr Alan Grant in the blockbuster Jurassic Park franchise, died aged 78 in Sydney.

Shortest-serving prime ministers: Where does Sir Keir Starmer rank?

Had Sir Keir continued as prime minister until at least May 2027, he would have avoided being Labour’s shortest-serving Prime Minister.

Firefighters work through night tackling wildfire which has led to evacuations

Several fire engines remain at the scene.

UK economy eked out growth in May amid Iran war pressures

The Office for National Statistics said gross domestic product rose by 0.1% in May, following a 0.1% contraction in April.

Who will be in Andy Burnham’s Cabinet?

Ed Miliband has been touted as a possible chancellor.

Argentina’s players’ Falklands banner entirely inappropriate, minister says

Players celebrated their World Cup semi-final win against England by holding up a banner about the Falkland Islands.

Takeover deals boost Sports Direct owner Frasers amid ‘tough’ backdrop

It comes as Mike Ashley’s retail vehicle continues to pursue a raft of further deals, including potential takeovers for Hugo Boss and Harvey Nichols.