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Economy

UK becomes fastest-growing G7 economy after strong first quarter

The UK economy recorded a better than expected first quarter, but experts warn, new taxes on UK businesses and high global uncertainty may slow down growth in the coming months.

16/05/2025

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Puffin count begins as Farne Islands celebrate 100 years of protection

A puffin census is underway as the National Trust marks a century of safeguarding the Farne Islands, a remote seabird sanctuary off England’s northeast coast.

16/05/2025

United Kingdom

Starmer: UK to send rejected asylum seekers to 'return hubs' abroad

During his first official visit to Albania on Thursday, the British prime minister said the UK was in talks to set up "return hubs" with "a number of countries".

15/05/2025

United Kingdom

UK to allow foreign states to own 15% stake in British newspapers

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said the move would allow media outlets to seek investment while limiting the risk of outside influence.

15/05/2025

Culture news

Bruce Springsteen slams Trump at EU tour kick-off in Manchester

Bruce Springsteen kicked off his EU tour last night and did not spare his thoughts regarding Donald Trump: “In my country they’re taking sadistic pleasure in the pain they inflict on loyal American workers. (...) Raise your voices against authoritarianism."

15/05/2025

Art

From cowboy hats to tree monsters: The best of Ceramic Art London

Ceramic Art London, the UK’s top ceramics fair, returned for its 21st year, as artists from around the world showcased everything from miniature pots and candy-like sculptures to interactive monsters.

14/05/2025

Europe News

British man jailed for 1986 murder acquitted after 38 years using DNA

Peter Sullivan, now 68, had his conviction quashed after new DNA evidence emerged.

13/05/2025

Tech News

Marks & Spencer cyberattack: How to protect yourself from fraud

M&S warned that there could be security risks as a result of stolen data. Here’s what you should do to protect yourself from future scams.

13/05/2025

Economy

UK wage growth cools ahead of national insurance hike for businesses

UK wages lagged as businesses dealt with increasing cost pressures and growing economic and geopolitical uncertainty.

13/05/2025

Europe News

French President Emmanuel Macron to make state visit to UK in July

State visits to Britain are particularly prized by some heads of state because they come with a full complement of royal pomp and circumstance.

13/05/2025

United Kingdom

UK PM Starmer accused of echoing far-right amid immigration overhaul

The UK leader was criticised for warning that the country could become an "island of strangers". Some of his own MPs say these words echoed a phrase in Enoch Powell's infamous "Rivers of Blood" speech in 1968.

13/05/2025

Europe News

Man arrested over fire at UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's house

Police are investigating whether the 21-year-old may be connected to three fires in London in recent days.

13/05/2025

Europe News

Power outage disrupts London subway in afternoon rush hour

The Transport for London website showed that at least three subway lines were suspended due to a power failure and there were severe delays and partial suspensions on at least six other lines during the afternoon rush hour.

12/05/2025

Europe News

Bulgarian boss of Russian spy circle gets 10 years in UK prison

Roussev, who worked out of a former guesthouse in the English seaside resort town of Great Yarmouth, had a stash of spy equipment that police described as an "Aladdin's cave" when it was raided.

12/05/2025

Europe News

UK government sets out new policies to 'significantly' cut immigration

The policies revealed by Prime Minister Keir Starmer include English language requirements and a crackdown on overseas recruitment for the social care sector.

12/05/2025

Europe News

How should the EU interpret the trade deal between the US and the UK?

The United Kingdom is the first European country to have reached a compromise with the United States on trade. But some analysts believe the deal sends the wrong signal.

12/05/2025

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Fact-checking claims about the UK's geoengineering experiments

New government-funded trials to test ways of reflecting sunlight to tackle climate change have been met with misleading claims and conspiracy theories.

12/05/2025

Economy

Are you saving smartly? Top pension advice experts want you to hear

Not sure where to start with your pension? Euronews asks experts for their top tips when it comes to building a UK retirement plan.

10/05/2025

Europe News

Two men found guilty of criminal damage for felling Sycamore Gap tree

Prosecutors offered no evidence of a motive for the 2023 crime other than calling it senseless vandalism.

09/05/2025

United Kingdom

Are we seeing the end of the UK's political duopoly?

Labour and the Conservatives have had a stranglehold on political power for decades — but as Reform UK's victory in last week's election shows, this now appears to changing.

09/05/2025

Economy

Bank of England cuts main interest rate as US tariffs threaten growth

The 25 basis point cut to 4.25% was widely expected by economists.

08/05/2025

Europe News

Iran denies involvement in alleged terror plot against Israeli embassy

Five Iranian nationals were arrested on Saturday over a suspected plan to attack 'a specific premises'.

08/05/2025

Europe News

UK police failed to tackle risk social media poses to public order

The review published on Wednesday found that the UK's police forces are largely under-resourced and ill-equipped to effectively respond to the risk posed by online content.

07/05/2025

Health news

The age your baby learns to walk at could already be in their genes

A combination of nature and nurture help determine when babies start walking, the new study shows.

07/05/2025

United Kingdom

UK and India agree 'landmark' trade deal after years of talks

The announcement on Tuesday comes three years after the countries entered into discussions about a free trade agreement.

06/05/2025

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Watch: UK royals join crowds for VE Day 80th anniversary

King Charles III and senior royals appeared on Buckingham Palace’s balcony on Monday as part of nationwide commemorations marking 80 years since Victory in Europe Day.

06/05/2025