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Rough sleeping more prevalent in countryside than in many urban areas, CPRE analysis reveals

The hidden rural housing crisis continues to worsen along with its tragic impacts on people and families...

Tuesday, 26 December 2023 00:01

RAC declares 2023 the ‘unofficial year of the rat’ after record number of rodents wreak havoc on cars

Everyone knows a car breakdown can mean a nasty repair bill, but new data from the RAC reveals that it’s not always a head gasket or a catastrophic engine failure that can cost you hundreds of pounds...

Tuesday, 26 December 2023 00:01

NHS trials home testing for chronic kidney disease

Tens of thousands of patients at risk of kidney disease will be able to get tested from the comfort of their own homes as part of a £30 million tech and AI innovation fund this winter...

Tuesday, 26 December 2023 00:01

Labour vow crackdown on rogue American candy stores

The Labour Party today [26 December] has vowed to crack down on American-style candy stores that have blighted Britain’s high streets and avoided paying the business rates they owe...

Tuesday, 26 December 2023 00:01

First Minister’s Christmas Message 2023

Christmas is a special time of year where people gather with their loved ones...

Sunday, 24 December 2023 00:01

Keir Starmer reflects on the importance of family, service and community in annual Christmas message

Keir Starmer, Leader of the Labour Party, says a heartfelt thank you to all those serving their communities, and our country, in his Christmas message to the nation....

Saturday, 23 December 2023 13:36

British Army’s Ajax vehicle rounds out positive year

The Ajax Programme has turned a corner and is progressing towards the delivery of a new generation of armoured fighting vehicles that meets the Army’s needs, against a revised delivery schedule...

Saturday, 23 December 2023 13:28

Energy regulator steps up action against festive fraud

Energy suppliers have been urged by regulator Ofgem to do more to protect customers as energy theft and scams escalate over the festive period...

Saturday, 23 December 2023 00:01

“Oh no it isn’t!” - Panto set to be formally recognised as UK joins UNESCO Convention

Communities across the UK will be able to nominate their most cherished local traditions to be included in a new register of cultural heritage in the UK...

Saturday, 23 December 2023 00:01

Farming Secretary celebrates great British farmers putting turkeys and sprouts on our plates this Christmas

As the UK stocks up on groceries ahead of Christmas Day, Farming Secretary Steve Barclay has paid tribute to the British farmers, food producers and retailers supplying our favourite festive fare...

Saturday, 23 December 2023 00:01