3 h. ago BBC bosses want to use the defence budget to pay for the World Service because it 'counts towards Britain's security'

Senior executives at the broadcaster are said to be in discussions over whether parts of the radio network's service, such as its anti-disinformation work, should be paid for by the defence budget.

Economics

43 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway Council collects nearly 1,000 of garden waste in 2025

The local authority's kerbside collection service, where householders pay £40 for an extra bin, is in its second year.

Politics

45 h. ago Tom Skinner supported by Strictly Come Dancing cast as he's dealt huge blow

Strictly Come Dancing star Tom Skinner is reportedly being supported by his co-stars on the BBC dancing show after fans quipped bosses wanted him out first with the song choice for next week

Economics

53 h. ago Keir Starmer in asylum crackdown as he vows to end ‘golden ticket’ for migrants

PM will stop migrants having automatic rights to bring family members to Britain as he ramps up bid to counter threat from Reform over immigration

Events

54 h. ago Keir Starmer in new asylum crackdown as he takes on ‘Farage boats’

PM will stop migrants having automatic rights to bring family members to Britain as he ramps up bid to counter threat from Reform over immigration

Events

55 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing stars 'unite in support' of Thomas Skinner amid claims from fans bosses 'want him out first' from BBC ballroom

The Apprentice star, 34, is one of this year's controversial signings for the BBC show, with viewers previously calling for him to be axed from the lineup.

Politics

64 h. ago Why Starmer has strayed into wild fantasy with claim that migrant boats are Farage's fault, by DAVID BARRETT

The Prime Minister's claim that Channel migrants come to Britain aboard 'Farage boats' and cannot be removed from this country due to Brexit is preposterous and simply not grounded in fact.

Events

66 h. ago Strictly's Claudia Winkleman 'scared' as BBC bosses ignore her to make huge decision

Strictly Come Dancing presenter Claudia Winkleman wasn't too ken on BBC bosses decision to make a huge change to one of her shows.

Transport

66 h. ago Strictly's Claudia Winkleman admits she was 'scared' of BBC show future after being 'ignored'

Strictly Come Dancing star Claudia Winkleman has revealed she was ignored by BBC bosses as they decided to make a major change to her show.

Transport

3 d. ago Labour conference: Sir Keir Starmer says Nigel Farage 'doesn't like Britain' as he warns country faces choice of 'decency or division'

LIVE UPDATES: Follow the latest developments from the Labour Party conference in Liverpool where Sir Keir Starmer will make his keynote address as he bids to boost his ailing premiership.

Events

3 d. ago Matt Beard's family confirm memorial service after death of Liverpool 'icon', 47

The family of former Liverpool Women's boss Matt Beard have confirmed the details of the memorial service, with fans invited to pay their respects to a man who shaped women's football

Society

4 d. ago Claudia Winkleman reveals BBC ignored her when she begged bosses not to make a celebrity spin off of The Traitors

Claudia Winkleman has been crucial to the success of The Traitors.

Politics

4 d. ago Former world's richest man says digital ID cards mean 'citizens will be on best behaviour'

Larry Ellison has been pioneering the push for Britain to introduce digital ID cards into the country and now he explained people behind the cards will be 'constantly watching'

Politics

5 d. ago Workers Party of Britain leader George Galloway detained in London under counter

Workers Party of Britain leader George Galloway detained in London under counter-terror legislation  World Socialist Web Site

Politics

5 d. ago Starmer decries Reform’s ‘racist’ plans as ministers escalate attacks on Farage

PM says immigration proposals could tear country apart as Labour delegates gather for first day of party conferenceKeir Starmer has decried Reform UK’s “racist” plans to revoke the rights of thousands of people to live in Britain, as a number of cabinet ministers escalated attacks on Nigel Farage on the first day of the Labour party conference.The prime minister said Farage’s plans to revoke indefinite leave to remain for families who may have spent years working in Britain could “tear this country apart”, though he said he understood that many people tempted to vote for Reform were frustrated at the slow pace of change. Continue reading...

Politics

5 d. ago How Strictly's Shirley Ballas really reacted to judging twist that takes away her power

Strictly fans were in shock when BBC bosses revealed a new twist to the judging system on the dance competition, with some viewers speculating on the real reason for the shake up

Politics

6 d. ago Antiques Roadshow star recalls staff outrage after BBC bosses revealed they want to appoint new presenters to meet diversity targets

Andy McConnell recalled a meeting in which a producer said that the 'BBC hierarchy' wanted to see more presenters who were women, gay or people of colour to meet 'percentage targets'.

Events

6 d. ago You're too good! BBC chiefs twice rejected Amber Davies for Strictly because she'd starred in musicals

As the row over her casting grows, The Mail on Sunday can reveal the West End star had previously met with BBC bosses only to be told she had too much experience.

Politics

7 d. ago Amber Davies’ sauciest confessions from romp in Love Island pool to hook up watched live – as she signs for Strictly

AMBER Davies has reportedly signed up to join this year's line up on Strictly Come Dancing. The Love Island winner, 28, revealed she signed up for the show just 24 hours after Dani Dyer had to drop out this year. She said BBC bosses approached her as a potential replacement as they were forced to...

Politics

7 d. ago Chelsea's Rio Ngumoha battle with Liverpool could be delayed FOR MONTHS

Liverpool starlet Rio Ngumoha has signed a professional contract with the Reds, but the club are still in a battle over how much they are required to pay Chelsea for his services

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