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UK Heatwave Hits Record Highs in England as Temperatures Soar in May

The UK is experiencing a heatwave with record May temperatures, including highs up to 34°C. Several regions face health alerts and water supply issues amid the ongoing climate crisis.

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The golden sun rising in the sky behind low cloud over London, viewed from a park

Appeal for Witnesses After Serious Cyclist-Lorry Crash at Hyde Park Corner

A 34-year-old cyclist is in serious condition after a crash with a lorry at Hyde Park Corner. Police seek dashcam footage as investigations continue amid road closures and delays.

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BBC A police car and two policemen are seen in front of a cordon on Grosvenor Place. A car boot is seen open, while debris is seen in the road

Deputy FM Confirms Cuts Will Be Needed to Address £5bn Funding Gap

Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth confirms cuts will be necessary to address a £5bn funding gap by 2030, while emphasizing protection for vulnerable groups and frontline services. SNP plans a vote on independence amid cross-party support for reform.

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Getty Images Jenny Gilruth has a blonde bob and looks off to one side. She wears a black top and blue blazer

UK Heatwave Expected as Record-Breaking May Temperatures Forecast

A UK heatwave is expected as temperatures reach 30.5°C, with potential new May records. Heat-health alerts remain active amid rising concerns over prolonged heat impacts.

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People using a water fountain to top up their water bottles in the Spring heat to keep cool and hydrated during the first heatwave of the year on 23rd May 2026 in London, United Kingdom. Temperatures are set to reach 30 degrees centigrade approximately in the capital, as people both enjoyed the sunshine and heat, while others sought shade to keep cool.

Leith Walk Closed After Pedestrian Struck by Tram in Edinburgh

A section of Leith Walk in Edinburgh is closed after a pedestrian was hit by a tram around 09:00 on Sunday. Emergency services are on scene, and traffic is being diverted.

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BBC A city street scene cordoned off by emergency services on a sunny day. Blue-and-white police tape stretches across the foreground, blocking the road. Behind the tape, a marked police van with high-visibility red and yellow chevrons and the word “POLICE” is parked on the left, next to an ambulance response car with yellow and green markings. A modern tram in bright blue and pink livery is stopped on tracks running through the middle of the street.
The street is lined with multi-storey stone buildings featuring rows of windows, chimneys, and ground-floor shops, including signs such as “The Leith Walk Gallery” and “Greet the Ch…” (partially obscured). Overhead tram wires and poles run along the street. A few pedestrians are visible on the pavement behind the cordon, and some people can be seen further up the road near the emergency vehicles.
The sky is clear blue with scattered clouds, and strong sunlight casts long shadows across the pavement and road surface. Yellow road markings and tactile paving are visible in the foreground near the blocked crossing. The scene suggests an active incident with the area restricted for safety.

Police Search for Missing Walkers in Glencoe and Ben Lawers

Police are searching for two missing walkers: Timothy Rosser in Glencoe and Adam Chalmers in Ben Lawers. Authorities seek public help to locate them.

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Police Scotland A side-by-side image of two separate portraits.
On the left, a person with short, light-colored hair stands indoors in front of a colorful painting of a garden scene. The person is wearing a grey knitted sweater and is positioned from the chest up against a light-colored wall.
On the right, another person is shown from the chest up indoors, standing against a wooden wall panel. The person is wearing a dark blazer over a light, collared shirt, with closely shaved hair and a full beard.

Reform UK's Overtime Tax Cut Pledge and Mountbatten-Windsor Inquiry Dominate Sunday Papers

Sunday papers cover Reform UK's plan to scrap overtime tax, police probe into Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's 2002 Royal Ascot conduct, Farage's donation controversies, and World Cup stadiums adding quiet rooms for fans.

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BBC The headline on the front page of the Sunday Express reads: "We'll axe tax on overtime."

Rising Living Costs in Cambridge Force Workers to Rely on Food Banks

Rising living costs in Cambridge are forcing low-paid workers to rely on food banks. University staff strike for pay supplements, urging Cambridge to match Oxford's local weighting scheme.

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Phil Shepka/BBC A picket line in Cambridge outside The Fitzwilliam Museum. Union members with red tabards, some holding placards, stand in a row in front of the railings outside the museum.

Teen Rape Victim Says Judge's No-Jail Decision Felt Like 'Rock in My Face'

A 16-year-old girl, raped by teenage boys spared jail, describes the judge's decision as a 'rock in my face.' The attorney general will review the sentences amid family appeals and public concern.

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CPS An underpass beneath a bridge next to a river. The wall is covered in graffiti and there is a metal railing along the path.

MOT Backlogs Persist as New Test Centres’ Opening Dates Remain Unconfirmed

MOT backlogs in Northern Ireland persist as new test centres at Hydebank and Mallusk face delays. Temporary exemption notices extended amid growing frustration from motorists and calls for a sustainable testing system.

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PA Media A black car pictured in an MOT test centre

Five Men Released After Arrest in Dissident Republican Investigation

Five men arrested in west Belfast over dissident republican activity have been released after questioning. Searches in Belfast, Larne, and Ballymena led to vehicle seizures. The Police Service of Northern Ireland confirmed the investigation is ongoing.

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PA Media The back of a yellow and blue police car. Two small black cameras are attached to the roof of the car.

Child Abuse Victim Says Police Failures Denied Justice Despite Compensation

Michaela Allen, abused as a child, says police failures over 30 years denied justice despite compensation and apologies from South Wales and Gwent Police.

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Michaela Allen A woman is facing the camera, with long, wavy, light silver‑blonde hair framing the face. The person has defined eyebrows, dark eye makeup, and is wearing dark red lipstick.