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UK unprepared for climate change impacts, says fire chiefs council
The National Fire Chiefs Council calls on the UK government to take "urgent action" to help protect communities.BBC News - 11h -
UK to dispose of radioactive plutonium stockpile
The government says it will dispose of its 140 tonnes of radioactive plutonium - currently stored at Sellafield.BBC News - Jan. 24 -
2025 will be a challenging year in UK politics
The new administration’s honeymoon period has been brutally short and unforgiving, even by U.K. political standards.The Hill - Jan. 23 -
The UK begins to shift the narrative on growth
Also in this week’s newsletter: why exports are the drivers of economic expansionFinancial Times - Jan. 23 -
The world braces for Trump, hoping for the best, unprepared for the worst
His pick for secretary of state may have given measured assessment of world affairs, but ‘crazy’ Trump will call the shots. Western allies of the US are braced for the return of Donald Trump, still ...The Guardian - Jan. 19 -
Outdoor learning group closes seven UK centres
Seven activity centres run by Kingswood close with immediate effect as it calls in administrators.BBC News - Jan. 18 -
IMF warns on Trump's plans but upgrades UK outlook
Trump's policies could benefit the US, but not the rest of the world, the IMF saysBBC News - Jan. 17 -
Rare 'UFO clouds' spotted in UK skies
Northern parts of the UK have been treated to the stunning sight of lenticular clouds. Matt Taylor explains how they form.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
Driver stopped in Tesla Cybertruck banned in UK
The eye-catching vehicle, which carries a price tag of about £48,000, is not yet legal on UK roads.BBC News - Jan. 17 -
UK companies outpace US businesses in share buybacks
FTSE groups adopt practice that has drawn criticism from lawmakers but research suggests it could lift long-term share priceFinancial Times - Jan. 17 -
UK pledges support for Ukraine with 100-year pact
Sir Keir Starmer visits Kyiv amid concerns the incoming Trump administration may reduce aid.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
UK to launch local grooming gang inquiries
Ministers will provide £5mn in funding for up to five investigationsFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
UK economy’s 0.1% growth fails to hit forecasts
November expansion is first since August as pressure on chancellor Rachel Reeves to rebuild confidence growsFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
UK economy disappoints despite return to growth
Official figures show the economy grew by 0.1% in November, although that was lower than had been expected.BBC News - Jan. 16 -
UK moves closer to Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius
Last-minute push to finalise agreement on crucial military base before inauguration of Donald TrumpFinancial Times - Jan. 13 -
Your best pictures as snow and frost envelop UK
The UK's coldest January night in 15 years saw temperatures in northern Scotland drop to -18.9C.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
Reform UK councillors resign in protest over Farage
A group of councillors in Derbyshire say the party "has lost its sense of direction" under Farage's leadership.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
US and UK toughens sanctions on Russian oil industry
The actions are aimed at cutting off revenue Moscow is using to fund its war in Ukraine.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
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UK security officials monitor Elon Musk's posts
A Home Office team is tracking the reach and impact of posts by the tech mogul and others for security risks.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
Inside the UK's first legal drug consumption room
The Thistle will open its doors next week after nearly a decade of deadlock over drug laws.BBC News - Jan. 10 -
UK businesses back scheme to prevent repeat offending
Prisons minister James Timpson’s initiative will see people on probation and serving sentences outside jail helped into workFinancial Times - Jan. 10 -
UK Athletics charged with manslaughter over Paralympian’s death
Abdullah Hayayei, 36, who represented UAE, was injured in London in July 2017 and pronounced dead at the scene. UK Athletics has been charged with corporate manslaughter over the death of a ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
UK Athletics charged with manslaughter over death of Paralympian
UK Athletics is charged with manslaughter over the death of Paralympian Abdullah Hayayei.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
'Largest recorded UK catfish' caught in Essex lake
Shaun Ing and friends used a body bag left over from Halloween to help lift the giant fish.BBC News - Jan. 8 -
UK offers to frontload payments in Chagos Islands talks
Officials are racing to conclude deal before Donald Trump takes office later this monthFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
UK watchdog bans adverts featuring burning dollars
Posters from Islamic finance start-up Wahed Invest likely to cause ‘serious offence’, rules ASAFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
UK minister accuses Musk of endangering her life
Jess Phillips hits back at tech billionaire after he attacks her handling of grooming scandalFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
The latest forecast covering the UK
BBC weather presenter Darren Bett has the latest UK forecast for Tuesday.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
UK officials recommend probe into Houchen’s Teesworks project
Regeneration scheme should be investigated over value-for-money concerns, deputy prime minister Angela Rayner toldFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
UK special forces investigated over Libya operation
Members of the Special Boat Service are facing a probe over an operation two years ago.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
UK house prices dipped in December, says Halifax
Decline is first for nine months although prices still 3.3% above last yearFinancial Times - Jan. 7 -
Musk extends political tentacles into UK, Germany
Elon Musk is seeking to wield the power of his social media network to boost far-right political movements in the United Kingdom and Germany, after becoming a major backer of President-elect Trump ...The Hill - Jan. 6 -
See the latest forecast covering the UK
The BBC's Carol Kirkwood explains what the next few days will look like across the UK.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
The Vivienne, Winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, Dies
James Lee Williams was best known by their stage name and also built a career in musical theater.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
Your pictures of Sunday snow across UK
Snow drives north on Sunday as bitter conditions are set to return for much of the UK next week.BBC News - Jan. 5 -
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Heavy snow brings widespread disruption across the UK
Heavy snow and freezing rain have brought widespread disruption across the U.K. with several major airports forced to suspend flights and many roads in the north of England unnavigableABC News - Jan. 5 -
Watch: Snowy Sunday in parts of the UK
Many people in the north of England and Wales woke up to wintery scenes.BBC News - Jan. 5