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Why is the BBC refusing to play this chart-topping Christmas song?

The parody song ‘Freezing This Christmas’, by Sir Starmer and the Granny Harmers, directly criticises the slashing of winter fuel payments for pensioners. It has hit No. 1 in the download charts and the BBC are facing growing criticism for refusing to play the track.

Culture news

Investment in UK arts and culture sector suffers alarming 15% fall

Shocking figures reveal the state of freefall for the culture and entertainment sector in terms of the UK's GDP.

Economy

BoE delivers 'dovish hold' as growth stalls, trade risks rise

The Bank of England maintained its key interest rate at 4.75% in a 6–3 split vote, as inflation pressures persist and growth falters. Inflation rose to 2.6% in November, but growth is now forecast at 0% for the fourth quarter. Markets interpreted the decision as dovish.

Design

Five favourite newly listed historic places in England

As Historic England releases its annual list of protected buildings, we look at some of the highlights.

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Economy

UK inflation rises further above BoE's target in November

The biggest increase since March and the second rise in two months is likely to cement market expectations that the Bank of England will keep its main interest rate unchanged after its policy meeting on Thursday.

Europe News

Lawyer accused of being Chinese spy in the UK loses legal case

MI5 issued a security alert in 2022 that Christine Lee had engaged in "political interference" for a branch of the Chinese Communist Party.

Earth News

Best climate fiction reads 2024: Meet the finalists of a new UK prize

The first-ever Climate Fiction prize has announced its longlist of books - and they’re all written by women.

Business

Canal+ shares drop on London trading debut after split from Vivendi

An initial decline was to be expected, said analysts, as certain investment funds were restricted to French-listed stocks.

Business

Billionaire Křetínský's Royal Mail takeover bid gets stamp of approval

Parent company IDS agreed to the takeover in May, although both sides have been awaiting UK government approval.

Europe News

British PM Keir Starmer visits Norway to discuss green energy deal

Starmer said the energy partnership with Norway would help boost growth and protect against fluctuations in energy prices, such as those that happened after the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Culture news

Oscar winning composer AR Rahman honoured by UK arts conservatory

The legendary Indian composer A R Rahman, also known as ARR, talks to Euronews Culture about the differences between Western and Eastern music, spirituality and education.

Europe News

'Not real food'? UK political leaders spar over sandwiches

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch's criticism of the sandwich sparked a retort from Prime Minister Keir Starmer and fierce debate in Britain.

Economy

UK economy unexpectedly shrinks in October for second straight month

The figures come as a setback for the new Labour government and its pro-growth agenda.

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King Charles hosts the Military Wives Choirs after year of challenges

The Military Wives Choirs performed a heartfelt Christmas concert for King Charles III and Queen Camilla in Buckingham Palace’s Music Room on Wednesday.

Earth News

UK arrest rate for climate protests is highest in Europe

New powers for police have seen an increased number of climate protest-related arrests.

Business

Top London store Harrods adds cover charge as Christmas strikes loom

Harrods said it introduced the fee to keep menu prices competitive and maintain a high level of service.

Design

Competition opens to design national memorial for Queen Elizabeth II

The UK government has launched an open competition to design the national memorial for Queen Elizabeth II.

Europe News

Global uncertainty fuelling support for closer EU-UK ties, poll finds

British and European respondents believe that a stronger relationship would help them weather geopolitical headwinds, a major new poll has found.

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Angry farmers protest in London

This Wednesday, hundreds of British farmers, driving tractors adorned with banners and flags, marched on London.

Cinema

What is the unsettling poem in the '28 Years Later' trailer?

Ahead of the June 2025 release of the long-awaited third part in the '28 Days Later' film series, a detail in the trailer's soundtrack has intrigued film (and literature) lovers.