UK Towns Facing 32C Mini Heatwave on Bank Holiday Monday
The Met Office forecasts a mini heatwave for Spring Bank Holiday Monday, with temperatures up to 33C in southeast England and Midlands. London and surrounding areas could hit 32C.
Category : Westminster Updates
HMRC £25,140 Tax-Free Allowance Debate June 15
A petition with 120,000 signatures calls for doubling the HMRC personal tax-free allowance for state pensioners to £25,140. Labour will debate it on June 15.
UK Net Migration Falls to Lowest Since Pandemic
UK net migration dropped to 171,000 in 2025, halving from the previous year. Fewer non-EU arrivals and more British emigrants drove the decline, with asylum hotel use also falling.
UK Mandates Emergency Braking and Speed Limiters in New Cars
The UK government plans to mandate autonomous emergency braking and intelligent speed assistance in all new vehicles as part of its Road Safety Strategy to reduce fatalities and serious injuries.
Reeves hits back at Jenrick over welfare bill attack
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends economic record after Robert Jenrick criticises rising welfare bill, unemployment, and taxes. She announces summer savings scheme.
FCDO Issues 7 New Instructions for UK Tourists in Lebanon
The Foreign Office has updated travel advice for Lebanon, advising against all travel due to rising tensions. Seven key instructions issued for British nationals.
Starmer Hails 82% Net Migration Drop, Vows Border Control
Sir Keir Starmer and Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood celebrate an 82% fall in net migration to 171,000, attributing it to Labour's border policies.
Mum Fury as Marine Killer Over 'Brummie' Question Faces Early Release
Ann-Marie Yilmaz condemns the justice system after her son Cemal was killed by Royal Marine Joseph Jones in a one-punch attack over a casual question.
UK net migration hits lowest since 2012 at 171,000
UK net migration dropped to 171,000 in the year to December 2025, the lowest since 2012. Asylum claims also fell by 12%, with hotel use down by a third.
Trump Warns Iran: 'Get Nasty' Over Nuclear Deal
Donald Trump warns Iran the US will 'get nasty' if it refuses a nuclear deal, issuing a stark six-word warning as tensions escalate. He threatens to strike 'even harder'.
UK Warns Against Travel to Ecuador-Colombia Border
The FCDO advises against all but essential travel within 20km of the Ecuador-Colombia border due to organised crime and drug trafficking.
State Pensioners Born Before 1960: Check Bank Accounts Now
State pensioners born before 1960 are urged to check their bank accounts within 48 hours as the DWP brings forward payment dates due to the May Bank Holiday.
UK Heatwave to Break 14-Year Record This Bank Holiday
Forecasters predict a rare May heatwave with temperatures up to 30C, potentially breaking a 14-year record. The UK could be warmer than Athens over the bank holiday weekend.
Met Office reveals English region set for first UK heatwave
The Met Office has named the southeast as the region most likely to experience the UK's first heatwave, with temperatures reaching mid-20s by the bank holiday weekend.
FCDO Warns Against Travel to Three Colombian Areas
The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice, warning against all but essential travel to parts of Colombia due to escalating conflict involving drones and armed groups.
IMF Tells Reeves to Scrap Triple Lock Pension
The IMF has urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves to drop the triple lock pension and prepare contingency tax measures to reduce public debt, citing risks in spending forecasts.
College Student Dies in Meningitis Outbreak in Reading
A college student has died and two others are hospitalized following a meningitis outbreak in Reading. UKHSA confirms three new cases, with one being meningitis B, the same strain linked to a Kent cluster.
FCDO Updates Travel Rules for UK Tourists to South Korea
The FCDO has updated travel guidance for South Korea, introducing an optional e-Arrival card that can be submitted online within 72 hours before arrival.
FCDO Warns UK Tourists of Somalia Unrest After May 15
The Foreign Office warns UK tourists of increased political unrest in Somalia after May 15, 2026, with risks of protests and violence. Piracy resurgence also threatens shipping.
Trivia: Stevie Wonder's Birth and Quiz Answers
Learn about Stevie Wonder's birth in 1950, plus answers to trivia questions on zodiac signs, DPI, Peter Pan, Scotch Egg, Aerosmith, Bible books, slavery, and more.
Trump Slams Starmer Over North Sea Oil and Immigration
Donald Trump attacks UK PM Starmer over North Sea oil and immigration, as Starmer faces resignations after local election losses.
DWP pension age rise to 68 could cost Gen Z £69,900
Gen Z could lose up to £69,900 in state pension as DWP raises pension age to 68, according to Rathbones analysis. The change also impacts those aged 45, who may forgo £42,700.
Why Premier League Clubs Will Not Copy World Cup on VAR
Premier League clubs are set to reject widening VAR use for corners and second yellows, following PGMOL advice against it due to concerns over match length and pressure on officials.
UK Tourists in Belarus Face Phone Seizures and Arrest
The Foreign Office warns UK tourists in Belarus of mobile phone seizures and arrest risk. Updated guidance highlights dangers of political activity.
On This Day: Churchill Replaces Chamberlain as PM
On May 10, 1940, Neville Chamberlain resigned as British PM, replaced by Winston Churchill. Also: history quiz answers, TV/film trivia, and more.
Prince William's Villa Joy and King Charles' US Visit
Prince William's celebration at Aston Villa's Europa win and King Charles' US visit show the monarchy connecting with the public, blending tradition with humanity.
DWP State Pension Payments Delayed: Expert Warns
State pensioners risk missing DWP payments as the state pension age rises. Expert Hannah Martin warns of budget shortfalls for those born after April 1960.
State Pension Age Rises from 66 to 67 This Week
The State Pension age increases from 66 to 67 starting this week, affecting millions born after April 6, 1960. The full transition completes in 2028.
DWP Pays £740 to Older State Pensioners in Late May
DWP will pay £740 monthly to older state pensioners from late May, with a 4.8% rise in Basic State Pension to £184.90 weekly from April 2026 due to the triple lock.
State Pensioners Born After 1951 to Get £312 Boost
State pensioners on the new rate are set to receive at least £312 next year as the Triple Lock is maintained. The guarantee ensures payments rise by the highest of wage growth, inflation, or 2.5%.
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