UK

More in UK

Tributes Paid to Army Medic Lucy Wilde Found Dead at Barracks

Corporal Lucy Wilde, a 25-year-old army medic and TikTok star, was found dead at her barracks. Tributes highlight her courage, resilience, and dedication to caring for others. The Ministry of Defence is investigating her death.

2 min read

Family handout A 25-year-old girl with long, blonde hair tied in a ponytail smiles and gives a thumbs up as she sits in a field on a warm summer's day. She is wearing a camouflage Army uniform, and looks to have a light coating of paint or mud on her cheeks. Next to a water bottle, a camouflage backpack, and the rear of a truck-like vehicle.

Unauthorized Luxury Gower Cabins with Hot Tubs Face Demolition Order

Four luxury log cabins with hot tubs overlooking Gower coast, built without planning permission, face demolition after a planning inspector's ruling. Swansea council considers legal action as owner disputes the decision.

3 min read

John Phillips Three luxury cabins in a row - they are wooden and have large raised patios in front of them with a covered hot tub. There is woodland behind them and a grass lawn around them, with a wooden fence separating each one.

Met Police Officers Ordered to Guard Epstein’s Home During Andrew’s Visit, Emails Reveal

Emails reveal Metropolitan Police officers were instructed to guard Jeffrey Epstein's New York home during a dinner attended by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. The Met is investigating and has found no wrongdoing so far. Andrew denies any misconduct.

3 min read

PA Media Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor wearing a dark suit, white shirt and black tie against a blurred background

North Yorkshire Council Approves £150,000 to Combat Winter Deaths

North Yorkshire Council approves £150,000 over three years to fund Citizens Advice's Warm and Well scheme, aiding vulnerable residents with energy advice and reducing winter deaths.

2 min read

Getty Images A close-up of someone with their back to a radiator and a blanket over them, turning to adjust the temperature on the dial.

Tributes Paid to Two Young Men Who Died on Yr Wyddfa

Two young men, Eddie Hill and Jayden Long, died on Yr Wyddfa after being reported missing. Tributes from family and community highlight their loss and the challenging rescue efforts.

2 min read

Instagram A black and white photo of Eddie and Jayden, smiling side by side. They are both holding pints or beer. Jayden has a hat on and has short stubble and is wearing a black hoodie. Eddie has short dark hair and is wearing a jumper.

Met Police Employ Palantir AI to Detect Officer Misconduct Amid Controversy

The Metropolitan Police is using Palantir's AI to monitor officer behaviour, sparking criticism from the Police Federation over automated suspicion and calls for transparency amid political controversy.

4 min read

Rear view of two police officers wearing helmets and hi-vis jackets

UK Government to Accelerate SEND Support with New Education Reforms

The UK government plans a major SEND system overhaul to speed up support for children. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson promises quicker EHCP assessments amid concerns from parents and opposition parties. The reforms aim to improve outcomes and reduce the attainment gap.

14 min read

Education secretary Bridget Phillipson, appearing on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg

Corran Ferry Car Services Resume After One Day of Disruption

Corran Ferry car services resumed after a one-day suspension caused by a needed replacement part. The Maid of Glencoul was repaired and tested successfully, restoring the five-minute crossing between Lochaber and Ardgour.

1 min read

Getty Images MV Maid of Glencoul, a small car ferry, with its ramp down on a concrete pier.

Minister: Children in England to Receive Faster Support Under SEND Overhaul

Bridget Phillipson announces a SEND overhaul in England to provide children with faster, integrated support, raising EHCP eligibility thresholds but ensuring legal protections remain.

4 min read

Bridget Phillipson appearing on Sunday with the BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg

Tories Pledge to Reduce Interest Rates on Some Student Loans

The Conservative Party plans to reduce interest rates on certain student loans issued between 2012 and 2023, aiming to ease debt burdens for graduates. The government and opposition parties have responded with varying views on the student loan system and potential reforms.

4 min read

PA Media Conservative party leader Kemi Badenoch addresses the Scottish Conservative party conference at Murrayfield Stadium, wearing a green long-sleeved dress.

Three Hospitalized After Serious Traffic Collision in County Tyrone

Three people were hospitalized after a serious traffic collision on Armagh Road, Moy, County Tyrone. The road remains closed with diversions in place as emergency services respond.

1 min read

PA Media Close up of the rear passenger side of a yellow and blue coloured police car with Battenberg markings with tinted windows at the rear. One of the windows has 'police' written in red on it alongside the PSNI badge.

Loch Lomond 'Sustainable' Viewpoint Removed Due to Timber Rot and Design Flaws

The An Ceann Mor viewpoint at Loch Lomond, built with sustainable timber in 2015, was removed after timber rot caused by design flaws made repairs unviable. The national park authority plans alternative proposals and commits to learning from the experience.

5 min read

Michael McGurk A large wooden tower, shaped like a pyramid, sitting near a loch