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Absolute fury as DVLA bans pro-Brexit number plates

Pro-Brexit number plates have been banned by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) ahead of new "75" registrations. Any letter and number combinations deemed likely to cause offence,...

Royal Navy scrambles warship as Russian frigate spotted in UK waters

A Russian warship brazenly prowling British waters has been monitored and tracked by the Royal Navy who launched to intercept the Kremlin vessel from the sea and air. The Plymouth-based Type 23...

Fashion brand sold in M&S to open three new stores across UK in 2025

A popular fashion brand sold in Marks and Spencer is all set to open three new stores across the UK as it works on its expansion. Nobody’s Child will have three stores in the country with the first...

Britain to ramp up explosives production to end reliance on US arms

Britain is reportedly ramping up its production of missiles in the UK to ensure that it is no longer reliant on the United States. BAE Systems, the UK defence company, is looking to surge...

Race Across the World winner on 'authentic travel' and how to do it

Race Across the World winner on 'authentic travel' and how to do it59 minutes agoPaul GlynnCulture reporterBBCLast year, Alfie Watts went global, becoming the youngest ever winner of Race Across the...

Russia economy meltdown as Kremlin loses major oil buyer while price of crude hits £51

The Czech Republic has declared itself fully independent of Russian oil supplies in a further blow to Russia's beleaguered economy. Czech government officials said it was the first time in its...

UK bans EU cheese and meat to stop disease spreading

UK bans EU cheese and meat to stop disease spreading2 days agoTom EspinerBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesThe UK government has brought in a temporary ban on holidaymakers bringing in cheese...

Spain's new tourist bans and restrictions in major cities across country - full list

Holidays may look different in Spain this year as the country introduces widespread measures to crack down on visitor numbers. Some areas will introduce tourist taxes while other cities will...

UK bans EU cheese and meat to stop disease spreading

UK bans EU cheese and meat to stop disease spreading4 hours agoTom EspinerBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesThe UK government has brought in a temporary ban on holidaymakers bringing in cheese...

The products you can't bring into the UK from the EU under new ban

UK ban on EU cheese and meat: What it means for you14 minutes agoMitchell LabiakBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesThe UK government has temporarily banned people from bringing cheese and some...

Fury as Keir Starmer's EU net zero surrender makes mockery of Britain's Brexit freedoms

Sir Keir Starmer has been warned that his plan to join an EU net zero scheme “undermines” Britain’s Brexit freedoms. The UK could link its own carbon credits scheme to Brussels’ system as...

Spanish island loved by Brits introduces beach ban on 6 things with £2,500 fines

A popular Spanish island has introduced strict new rules ahead of the summer months. The bans have been introduced in Gran Canaria in a bid to keep visitor numbers and behaviour under control, with...

UK bans EU cheese and meat imports to prevent disease spreading

UK bans EU cheese and meat imports to prevent disease spreading2 hours agoTom EspinerBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesThe UK government has brought in a temporary ban on holidaymakers bringing...

What does the 'definition of a woman' ruling mean for sport?

Getty Images2 hours agoThe question over whether transgender women can participate in women's sport has been a high-profile issue in recent years. So the UK Supreme Court's ruling that the legal...

What will the Supreme Court ruling change?

Women's campaigners celebrate court win - but what will it change?1 hour agoPhil SimBBC Scotland political correspondentPA MediaThe UK Supreme Court has unanimously and unambiguously backed the...

UK puts ban on EU travellers to stop spread of foot-and-mouth disease

The UK has introduced a specific ban on travellers from Europe to stop the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. It comes amid a rise of the highly-contagious disease across the continent, with some...

Buskers banned from tourist hotspot as judge brands their singing 'psychological torture'

Buskers have been banned from a UK tourist hotspot after a judge branded their singing "psychological torture". From Thursday, street performers will no longer be allowed to operate in Leicester...

Brits warned over Spain's strict new public drinking rules between certain hours

UK tourists are being urged to be more aware while on holiday in Spain, as the popular destination has introduced new rules to tackle public drinking. Insurance experts are warning Brtis to follow...

'World’s best-value' holiday destination has £2 beers and is three-hour flight from the UK

If you're hoping to get more bang for your buck on your 2025 holiday, consider booking a trip just a three-hour flight away from the UK where you can escape the cost of living crisis and enjoy a £2...

Another beautiful city bans cruise ships - the 7 places that have had enough of tourists

Restrictions on cruise ships are being brought in across Europe (Image: Getty Images)Imagine waking to find the entire population of your town had doubled or driving to the local shop only to find...