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Fujitsu apologises for its part in UK Post Office scandal

Fujitsu, the company behind the Horizon IT contract that caused a scandal for the UK Post Office, has apologised for its part in the fiasco and says it is planning to contribute to the compensation package for the wronged sub-postmasters.

Culture news

British Library puts catalogue back online after 2023 cyber attack

The UK's biggest library faced a massive cyber attack that took the entire collection offline.

United Kingdom

London police arrest six over stock exchange plot

Arrests were made in London, Liverpool and Brighton following a police investigation after receiving a tip from a British newspaper about the alleged plan.

Travel News

New high-speed train linking UK capitals will be faster than flying

It’s good news for visitors to the UK who will be able to travel between two of its most popular tourist destinations more easily.

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Economy

UK economy sees rise in November, boosted by services sector

UK gross domestic product figures showed a rise in November, boosted by a strong month in services and production

United Kingdom

Sunak pledges €2.9bn military aid on surprise visit to Ukraine

The British Prime Minister is expected to meet with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday, after announcing additional funding for the country's fight against Russia.

Culture news

Grime rapper Skepta removes single artwork deemed antisemitic

UK grime MC Skepta has removed the cover from his upcoming single and apologised over accusations the image had antisemitic implications.

Culture news

How a London music venue will celebrate Scottish folk music and poetry

A year after Kings Place unveiled a brand new state-of-the-art 360° sound system, the home of innovative classical and contemporary music in London launches its 2024 season.

Culture news

UK to introduce British Sign Language school qualification

Students in England will soon be able to learn British Sign Language in schools

Economy

UK manufacturers see growing competitiveness against Germany, France

The majority of UK manufacturers view the country as a more competitive place to locate their activities.

China

China arrest one individual accused of collecting secrets for the UK

Beijing said the unnamed individual had been cooperating with the British foreign intelligence agency MI6 since 2015.

Health news

Surgeon who led Europe's first liver transplant dies aged 93

Roy Calne is considered one of the fathers of organ transplantation.

Spain

Spanish woman with right to work in UK deported after holiday

Maria - not her real name - was detained at Luton airport after spending a Christmas break in her home country of Spain.

Climate

Europe's floods fuelled by high sea temperatures and rising sea levels

El Nino, sea level rise and outdated defences have exposed European communities to devastating flooding.

Travel News

London tube strikes: Severe disruption expected for a full week

Industrial action planned in 2023 was averted after talks progressed, but negotiations appear to have stalled this time around.

Culture news

Spice up your post: Spice Girls get 30th anniversary stamps

Baby, Posh, Ginger, Sporty and Scary are back... On your letters and postcards. Should you still send those.

Markets

Which UK savings accounts pay the highest interest rates?

Euronews Business compares challenger and high street UK savings accounts to see which ones pay the highest interest rates.

United Kingdom

Sunak says UK election won't take place until second half of 2024

Leader of the opposition Keir Starmer has hit back at the announcement, accusing the Prime Minister of 'squatting' in Downing Street.

France

UK not doing enough to curb migrant crossings - French report

The UK is not cooperating enough to help reduce migrant boats, a new French report has claimed.

Culture news

The 'Grandfather of Warhammer' has died aged 68

Bryan Ansell, the “Grandfather of Warhammer”, has died aged 68.