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Union boss McCluskey took private jet flights arranged by building firm, report finds

Union boss McCluskey took private jet flights arranged by building firm, report finds11 minutes agoJoe PikePolitical correspondentGetty ImagesFormer Unite boss Len McCluskey enjoyed private jet...

Taking the knee 'not good enough' - Lionesses' boss

Alex BrothertonBBC Sport journalist21 July 2025England manager Sarina Wiegman says her players decided to stop taking the knee before matches because the impact of the anti-racism gesture is "not...

Rachel Reeves says it is 'right' to consider state pension age change in new update

It comes as Ms Reeves is facing further pressure over the UK’s public finances after official figures showed higher-than-expected government borrowing last month due to soaring debt interest...

Taking the knee 'not good enough' - Lionesses' boss

Alex BrothertonBBC Sport journalist21 July 2025, 19:42 BSTUpdated 1 hour agoEngland manager Sarina Wiegman says her players decided to stop taking the knee before matches because the impact of the...

Mum who shook four-month-old baby to death gives sick excuse

A mother who killed her four-month-old baby girl by violently shaking her has been jailed for 15 years. Melissa Wilband, 28, was found guilty by a jury of the manslaughter of Lexi Wilband, who...

Dad's desperate plea to find son who vanished 20 years ago after never arriving at work

The father of a man who vanished without a trace 20 years ago has made a heart-wrenching appeal as detectives reissue their call for information on the cold case.Simon Knight was just 32 when he...

Beloved BBC star and 'champion for local radio' dies as devastated colleagues pay tribute

Colleagues paid tribute to Charlie Partridge as they took to social media to share the news of his death. He previously worked for the BBC as Managing Editor of BBC Radio Lincolnshire since 1999...

The underrated European seaside town with hardly any British tourists

Overtourism is becoming an increasing issue across Europe as tourists flock to the most popular holiday destinations. However, there is a stunning seaside town that tends to be a little less busy in...

BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball declares 'warfare' on local 'gangs'

BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball has shared her challenges with a local “gang” after moving to a townhouse in Brighton and Hove. In 2024, the broadcaster swapped her £2 million countryside place...

Direct train to beloved UK seaside town returns after being scrapped over five years ago

After a five year absence, a direct rail service connecting Eastbourne and Lewes to London Bridge is set to return, coming as great news for commuters and those planning a day trip to the coast....

Major card chain beloved by shoppers launches CLOSING DOWN sale as more stores shut

A major card chain has launched a devastating closing down sale as it shuts more shops.Clintons closed 38 stores leading to over 300 jobs losses in the previous financial year.During its latest...

UK inflation rises by more than expected to 3.6%

UK inflation hits highest for almost a year and a half58 minutes agoLucy Hooker and Connie BowkerBusiness reporter, BBC NewsGetty ImagesPrices rose by more than expected to 3.6% in the year to June,...

Extent of King Charles and Prince Harry's 'damaged' relationship laid bare

A former royal staffer has analysed Prince Harry's damaged relationship with his father, King Charles, after the latest updates of their PR teams' meeting, which sparked reconciliation hopes between...

There's no mystery about it – Britain's biggest crime writing festival made us friends

Harrogate pals, from left, Zoe Lea, Nikki Smith (sitting), Lauren North (back) and Laura Pearson (Image: Courtesy Nikki Smith)Is there anything better than enjoying shared experiences with friends?...

UK's first trans MP convicted of harassing ex-wife after demanding £350k

A transgender former Conservative MP has been handed a community order for harassment. Katie Wallis, 41, of Butetown, Cardiff, became the first openly transgender MP in the House of Commons in 2022...