Pubs to stay open late for VE Day 80th anniversary
Politics 2025-04-19 06:00
The government has given the go-ahead for pubs and bars to stay open for two hours longer than usual.
Starmer and Trump discuss 'productive' trade talks
Politics 2025-04-19 03:00
The men held their first call since the US president imposed tariffs on UK goods earlier this month.
Fire services get 50% less than police to cover tax rises
Politics 2025-04-18 17:00
Fire services across England say they will struggle to meet the cost of a rise in employer National Insurance.
Reform and Greens aim high in volatile mayoral contests
Politics 2025-04-18 17:00
Smaller parties are looking to cause an upset in mayoral contests in Hull and the West of England.
Trump suggests UK state visit set for September
Politics 2025-04-18 06:00
Earlier this year, King Charles III invited Donald Trump for an unprecedented second state visit.
Teachers will rally against Labour over pay, says union leader
Politics 2025-04-18 00:00
The National Education Union's general secretary says Labour MPs could pay a 'high political price'.
Jenrick adds hundreds to WhatsApp group in mix-up
Politics 2025-04-17 20:00
Hundreds of contacts were mistakenly added to a group set up to promote the Tory MP's marathon run.
'Romeo and Juliet' exclusion added to new crime law
Politics 2025-04-17 20:00
The Crime and Policing Bill puts a new duty on teachers, GPs, and other professionals to report concerns or face criminal sanctions.
Losing mum and seat in July was traumatic - Coffey
Politics 2025-04-17 16:00
Former MP Therese Coffey says losing her 20,000 majority meant she could spend time with her mother.
Business groups urge changes to workers' rights bill
Politics 2025-04-17 16:00
The proposed new law includes a right to sick pay on day one of work and guaranteed hours.
