King Charles's Christmas call for wartime courage and unity
King Charles urges the nation to hold fast to the values of courage and community from WWII, highlighting modern heroes and the need for unity in a divisive era. Read his full address.
King Charles urges the nation to hold fast to the values of courage and community from WWII, highlighting modern heroes and the need for unity in a divisive era. Read his full address.
King Charles III delivers his 2025 Christmas message from Westminster Abbey's Lady Chapel, with a subtle tribute to the Princess of Wales. Discover the themes of community and pilgrimage.
Comedian Russell Brand, 50, faces two new charges of rape and sexual assault relating to alleged 2009 offences. He will appear in court on January 20. Read the latest updates.
The UK government has revised its inheritance tax plans for farmers after protests. The new rules allow couples to pass on up to £5m. Find out what changed.
Two activists on a prolonged hunger strike for Gaza have been rushed to hospital with severe health deterioration. Read their demands and the government's response.
Paula Burnham, owner of Luxe Hair Design in Solihull, stood in front of contractors after roadworks appeared without warning, severely impacting her crucial festive trade. Read the full story.
UK police face criticism for using 'cumulative disruption' powers quashed in May 2025 to manage pro-Palestine protests. Lawyers warn of a legal vacuum and stifled democracy.
Birmingham residents face more missed bin collections after protests at a council depot. The city's long-running industrial dispute continues to cause disruption. Read the latest updates.
Staffordshire County Council deployed extra guards after a Reform UK-led meeting was disrupted by protesters demanding resignations over alleged racist social media posts. Read the latest.
UK police chiefs announce a decisive crackdown on the chant 'globalise the intifada' following the Bondi Beach attack, stating the context has changed. Read the full statement and community reaction.
Prince Louis, 7, charmed onlookers at the Together At Christmas carol service in Westminster Abbey. Read about the Wales family's festive outing.
PCs Bethany Cottrell and Natalie Millward showed 'unwavering courage' disarming individuals with weapons during a volatile city centre protest. Discover their heroic story.
A Birmingham City Council meeting was adjourned twice after angry protests over the bins strike. A man in a shark suit watched as mock bank notes were thrown and chants erupted. Read the full story.
A Birmingham City Council meeting was halted twice after angry outbursts from the public gallery over the ongoing bins strike. Read the full story on the heated dispute.
Oliver Steadman, 28, faces blackmail and communications charges linked to an alleged Westminster honeytrap scandal. He will next appear in February.
A former Chelsea FC assistant treasury manager has pleaded guilty to defrauding the Premier League club of over £200,000. Claire Walsh will be sentenced at crown court.
Police detain 25 in Birmingham for supporting proscribed group Palestine Action. Learn about the arrests, the legal context, and the ongoing judicial review.
Residents of Druids Heath in Birmingham express fury over council regeneration plans that would demolish their homes. Locals demand better communication and fair treatment.
Residents of Birmingham's Druids Heath estate express fury over council regeneration plans that would demolish their homes. Locals demand better communication and fair treatment.
A 17-year-old from Stafford has been charged with possession of explosive substances and accessing terrorist information. He has been remanded in custody.
UK farmers park tractors in Westminster, defying a police ban, to protest Rachel Reeves' 20% inheritance tax on agricultural assets over £1m. Read their demands.
Farmers are banned from bringing tractors to a Westminster protest against inheritance tax changes on Budget Day. Police cite risk of 'serious disruption'. Read the latest.
Birmingham residents face bin collection delays after protesters blocked lorries at the Tyseley depot. Leave your bins out as collections will happen ASAP.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board faces criticism from 300 senior doctors over recruitment freeze targeting 350 job cuts. Read the full investigation into the healthcare crisis.
Two Staffordshire police officers displayed incredible bravery during a violent Hanley protest, disarming armed individuals without protective gear. Read their heroic story.
West Midlands Police launch major security operation amid intelligence suggesting protestors plan chemical reactions during Maccabi Tel Aviv football match in Birmingham.
West Midlands Police are investigating after a protest banner calling for Conservative councillors to be hanged appeared during a pro-Palestine demonstration in Birmingham city centre.
Dramatic scenes unfolded at Birmingham City Council as pro-Palestine protestors disrupted a crucial budget meeting, forcing security to intervene and delaying vital financial decisions affecting residents.
Chaos erupted at Birmingham Council House as protesters stormed the chamber, forcing councillors to flee and halting a controversial 21% tax increase vote in dramatic scenes.
Families across England and Scotland are placing empty children's shoes outside council buildings in a poignant protest against special educational needs funding cuts and support failures.