66 m. ago First asylum seekers due at Sussex barracks in weeks as council joins legal action against Home Office

Crowborough military base is understood to be being prepared for 540 male migrants to arrive in the New Year as part of the Government's bid to reduce the use of asylum hotels

Society

2 h. ago UK consumers saving less as taxes squeeze incomes, data shows

ONS finds households’ savings ratio has dropped to lowest rate for more than a year across third quarterUK consumers saved less money during the third quarter of the year as higher taxes squeezed disposable incomes.The households’ saving ratio – which estimates the percentage of disposable income Britons save rather than spend – dropped 0.7 percentage points to 9.5%, the Office for National Statistics said. That is the lowest rate for more than a year. Continue reading...

Economics

3 h. ago Tories call EHRC chair’s comments a ‘disgrace’ after she warns ‘demonisation of migrants’ bad for UK – politics live

Chris Philp says Mary-Ann Stephenson is dismissing ‘legitimate concerns about mass migration’The Green party has broadly welcomed the government’s animal welfare strategy. In a statement, the Green MP Adrian Ramsay said:There is much to welcome in the animal welfare strategy, but it must have real teeth to deliver for animals. Ministers must set clear timescales to phase out crates and cages, properly support farmers through the transition and not allow imports that don’t meet UK standards.I welcome the action on snares, hunting and puppy farming. Puppy legislation must end breeding for extreme, unhealthy traits in dogs. The strategy could go further for animals, particularly by ending greyhound racing, as the Welsh government is doing. Continue reading...

Events

3 h. ago Family fear Palestine Action prisoner, 29, will die in jail after she holds 43

Teuta Hoxha, 29, who is currently on remand, suffers from continuous headaches, mobility issues, and can no longer stand for prayer, says her sister.

Events

3 h. ago Best last minute Christmas gifts you can still buy with next day delivery

To avoid the last minute panic, we've rounded up the best Christmas gifts for everyone on your list that will arrive on your doorstep before the 25th

Politics

4 h. ago PDC World Darts Championship 2026 Today: Monday second round schedule, prize money, results, odds

It’s day 12 at the world’s biggest and richest darts competition - with more second round action taking place.

Politics

4 h. ago Russian sabotage submarines capable of destroying seabed cables 'are ready to be deployed to British waters', Royal Navy chief warns

The stark warning came as the First Sea Lord revealed that Russia's Main Directorate of Deep-Sea Research, known as GUGI, is back in action after a period of problems and delays.

Events

4 h. ago Rising prices, closing early and no Christmas parties: Festive season ‘perfect storm’ leaves pubs on the brink

Pubs across the UK describe tough Christmas trading conditions after some were left without any festive party bookings for the first time - as they fear they won’t even be able to keep their doors open until the New Year

Events

4 h. ago Today's World Darts Championship matches and TV running order as David Munyua and Paul Lim feature

The PDC World Darts Championship moves into the next set of second round matches, with David Munyua back in action, along with the likes of Luke Humphries, Paul Lim, Nathan Aspinall and more.

Politics

4 h. ago 'I tested Superdrug's £8 Rimmel makeup and even my sister said I was glowing'

This multi-tasker product is the most budget friendly highlighter in my makeup bag and is a total travel essential

Economics

4 h. ago A fifth of Britons regret actions they made in a panic before the Budget

Concerns ranged from a cut to cash Isas, which did arrive, to fears the Chancellor would also take an axe to pension lump sum allowances, which did not.

Politics

4 h. ago Mecca Bingo owner Rank hit by £6.2m payment fraud in Spanish arm

The casino and bingo hall firm has reported the matter to the local police and has launched its own internal investigation.

Economics

4 h. ago Moment Bondi Beach gunmen seen 'training' in chilling CCTV footage and video manifesto

Chilling new images show the Bondi Beach gunmen loading their car with weapons just hours before their ISIS-inspired massacre, as chilling CCTV shows Sajid Akram and son Naveed in action

Culture

4 h. ago Roy Keane blasts Man Utd star who 'doesn't do enough' after Aston Villa defeat

Roy Keane criticised one player's efforts in Manchester United's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, saying he needs to "roll his sleeves up" and suggesting boss Ruben Amorim should take action

Politics

5 h. ago Streeting says he wants to avoid strikes next year as doctors return to work

The latest industrial action followed the rejection of a new Government offer by British Medical Association members.

Events

6 h. ago 'Appallingly stupid' action movie ended icon's career on Film 4 tonight

Lasting nearly two hours, the film has a star cast but divided fans with its plot and special effects

Culture

6 h. ago Drivers using 'incredibly simple' £10 number plate change to make cars 'invisible to speed cameras' action call

An MP has said that the DVLA is carrying out fewer than 8 checks a day on 'ghost' plates

Economics

7 h. ago Should I keep paying into my Lifetime Isa now that they could be scrapped?

In the Autumn Budget, it was announced that the Government will launch a consultation into Lifetime Isas in 2026. Where does this leave those saving for a house deposit in one?

Politics

9 h. ago Christmas is a season for forgiveness. But is saying ‘sorry’ enough? | Fatma Aydemir

In Germany, the neo-Nazi terrorist Beate Zschäpe has made a public display of her remorse – but remains silent on key aspects of her crimesIt’s a strange season to talk about forgiveness. While streets glow with fairy lights and shop windows promise that compassion is only a gift-box away, Germany is once again confronted with the unresolved wounds of its recent past. The trap of the season is this: believing that every gesture of regret must be met with mercy. As if forgiveness was a resource available to anyone who is reasonable enough to move on, no matter how atrociously they have been treated.It is certainly not that simple for the families of the victims of the National Socialist Underground (NSU). During the 2000s, the neo-Nazi terror organisation killed 10 people, nine of them immigrants, mostly small business owners, and one policewoman. Because investigators focused on probing the victims’ families and communities rather than on Nazis, the NSU was able to continue murderin...

Politics

14 h. ago Half of Britons cutting back spending on presents this year, polling suggests

Rising prices for household goods have influenced 51% of Britons to buy fewer gifts this year, the Savanta polling revealed.

Politics