Home   News   National   Archive

National News

Three arrested after five die in Channel boat crossing tragedy

Three arrested after five die in Channel boat crossing tragedy

Three arrested after five die in Channel boat crossing tragedy

24 April 2024

The men were held on suspicion of immigration offences and are being questioned in Kent, the National Crime Agency said.


Ofsted to continue with single-phrase judgments despite calls to axe them

Ofsted to continue with single-phrase judgments despite calls to axe them

Ofsted to continue with single-phrase judgments despite calls to axe them

24 April 2024

The Department for Education’s response has been branded ‘deeply disappointing’ and a missed opportunity for ‘meaningful change’ by union leaders.


Heineken sells more beer amid strong supermarket demand

Heineken sells more beer amid strong supermarket demand

Heineken sells more beer amid strong supermarket demand

24 April 2024

The Amsterdam-based company revealed that group revenues grew by 7.2% to 8.18 billion euros (£7 billion) for the first three months of 2024.


Catholic bishop insists transgender people are ‘very much welcome’ in the church

Catholic bishop insists transgender people are ‘very much welcome’ in the church

Catholic bishop insists transgender people are ‘very much welcome’ in the church

24 April 2024

A pastoral reflection on gender has been issued by the Catholic Bishops of England and Wales


Car production fell last month, figures show

Car production fell last month, figures show

Car production fell last month, figures show

24 April 2024

Factories are adjusting for new models, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders said.


Judge ‘surprised’ at attempt to withhold documents from subpostmaster’s appeal

Judge ‘surprised’ at attempt to withhold documents from subpostmaster’s appeal

Judge ‘surprised’ at attempt to withhold documents from subpostmaster’s appeal

24 April 2024

Lawyers for the Post Office said they need more time to complete the disclosure process.


Angela Rayner aims ‘pint-sized loser’ jibe at Rishi Sunak during PMQs

Angela Rayner aims ‘pint-sized loser’ jibe at Rishi Sunak during PMQs

Angela Rayner aims ‘pint-sized loser’ jibe at Rishi Sunak during PMQs

24 April 2024

Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden countered the criticism by mocking the Labour deputy over her housing arrangements.


Spooked Army horses cause ‘total mayhem’ in central London

Spooked Army horses cause ‘total mayhem’ in central London

Spooked Army horses cause ‘total mayhem’ in central London

24 April 2024

A number of people were hurt after the animals bolted during an exercise by the Household Cavalry on Wednesday.


British adventurer sets three female airship records in the US

British adventurer sets three female airship records in the US

British adventurer sets three female airship records in the US

24 April 2024

Alicia Hempleman-Adams has previously achieved world records in hot air balloons.


Culture committee chair says she feels ‘sorry’ for Huw Edwards and his family

Culture committee chair says she feels ‘sorry’ for Huw Edwards and his family

Culture committee chair says she feels ‘sorry’ for Huw Edwards and his family

24 April 2024

The BBC newsreader resigned from the corporation following allegations he paid a young person for sexually explicit photos.


Safari Park welcomes first chimpanzee in eight years

Safari Park welcomes first chimpanzee in eight years

Safari Park welcomes first chimpanzee in eight years

24 April 2024

Peter the chimp was transferred from a zoo in Leicestershire.


Over half of world’s population ‘could be at risk of mosquito-borne diseases’

Over half of world’s population ‘could be at risk of mosquito-borne diseases’

Over half of world’s population ‘could be at risk of mosquito-borne diseases’

24 April 2024

Experts warn outbreaks could occur in places were public health systems are unprepared.


Channel crossings: 402 migrants arrive in UK as five die attempting journey

Channel crossings: 402 migrants arrive in UK as five die attempting journey

Channel crossings: 402 migrants arrive in UK as five die attempting journey

24 April 2024

Three men, a woman and a girl were killed, according to the French coastguard.


Jet2 points to softening in holiday prices ahead of summer season

Jet2 points to softening in holiday prices ahead of summer season

Jet2 points to softening in holiday prices ahead of summer season

24 April 2024

The tour operator said both package holidays and flights are selling faster than last year, but that pricing is getting more competitive.


Death of Frank Field ‘a profound loss to our politics’

Death of Frank Field ‘a profound loss to our politics’

Death of Frank Field ‘a profound loss to our politics’

24 April 2024

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer led tributes to the independent-minded veteran politician.


Wildlife and climate campaigners to take to streets to call for action on nature

Wildlife and climate campaigners to take to streets to call for action on nature

Wildlife and climate campaigners to take to streets to call for action on nature

24 April 2024

Groups including National Trust and RSPB will be joined by Extinction Rebellion for the family-friendly, legal protest in London in June.


Ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in court on rape and other sex charges

Ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in court on rape and other sex charges

Ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in court on rape and other sex charges

24 April 2024

His wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, faces charges of aiding and abetting in connection with the alleged offences.


What next for TikTok as US ban moves step closer?

What next for TikTok as US ban moves step closer?

What next for TikTok as US ban moves step closer?

24 April 2024

The Senate has passed a Bill which would require TikTok’s parent company to sell its US business, or face the app being banned.


Post Office lawyers had ‘unhealthy view of subpostmasters’

Post Office lawyers had ‘unhealthy view of subpostmasters’

Post Office lawyers had ‘unhealthy view of subpostmasters’

24 April 2024

Their attitude was ‘this is public money, we have to protect it, that’s our job’, the inquiry was told.


Four people taken to hospital after military horses bolt through central London

Four people taken to hospital after military horses bolt through central London

Four people taken to hospital after military horses bolt through central London

24 April 2024

The drama erupted after a serviceman was thrown from his horse in Buckingham Palace Road on Wednesday.


This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More