15 h. ago London schools offering free breakfast clubs under Government plan: is your child eligible?

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer describes the introduction of free breakfast clubs in England as a ‘game-changing moment’ for families

Politics

18 h. ago Hamilton Accies goalkeeper on 'hardest week of his career' amid club's 15

The New Douglas Park outfit will submit their appeal to the SFA today

Politics

38 h. ago Every Greater Manchester school offering a free breakfast club from this week

Hundreds of primary schools have signed up across England

Sport

64 h. ago Full list of 750 schools offering free breakfast clubs across England from Tuesday

A free breakfast club scheme is due to launch at 750 schools across England next week, but teachers have warned the Government funding will be insufficient to cover the costs

Politics

3 d. ago Primary school teacher banned from classroom after online chats with undercover cop

Julian Barker, 50, sent images of a child and took part in 'sexualised' conversations while working as a supply teacher in Bolton

Events

4 d. ago Stirling midfielder aims for perfect end to big week in Binos' East Fife clash

The Binos have propelled themselves firmly into the play-off - and the teenage standout is hoping to make it three wins in a week after success with Stirling and his parent club.

Politics

4 d. ago More Manchester children are gaining first choice primary school places than their London peers

In some of England’s biggest cities more children got their first choice school this year than in 2024, according to a PA survey.

Politics

5 d. ago Virgil van Dijk already has plan in place for when new Liverpool contract runs out

Virgil van Dijk has committed himself to Liverpool for a further two years by signing a new contract worth £350,000 per week - but the club captain is actually targeting even more

Politics

5 d. ago Athletic Bilbao vs Rangers prediction: Europa League betting preview, odds and tips

Rangers secured a superb result at Ibrox last week against La Liga club but now need to go one step further away from home against Athletic Bilbao to secure a spot in the Europa League semi-final

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6 d. ago Primary school offer day 2025: How to appeal and what to do if your child did not get first choice

Parents will receive primary school offers for their children today - but you can appeal the decision if you do not get your first choice

Politics

6 d. ago Cardiff get massive boost as Wales star pens new deal just days after uncertainty

Josh Adams has pledged his future to Cardiff just a week after the club were taken over by the Welsh Rugby Union

Economics

7 d. ago Bournemouth plan contract talks with Iraola to ward off Tottenham interest

Head coach has taken club close to a European place42-year-old’s deal expires at the end of next seasonBournemouth’s owner, Bill Foley, is planning contract talks with Andoni Iraola next week and there is growing confidence at the club that the in-demand head coach can be persuaded to stay. The Spaniard’s contract expires at the end of next season and Foley wants him to sign a longer deal, despite interest from clubs such as Tottenham. Foley is due to fly to Bournemouth after Easter and meet Iraola to discuss the future, with a new contract on offer.Ange Postecoglou is under huge pressure at Tottenham after losing 17 Premier League games, and only winning the Europa League could keep him in the job. Spurs play their quarter-final second leg at Eintracht Frankfurt on Thursday, with the tie finely balanced at 1-1. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Parliament approves British Steel bill as sources say owners blocked from entering Scunthorpe plant – live

The Steel Industry (Special Measures) has now passed through the House of Lords and is awaiting royal assentIt’s been a busy morning for Sarah Jones, who is now on BBC Breakfast.Asked whether the government had received any private offers for the company’s Scunthorpe plant, Sarah Jones said:There is not at the moment, to answer your question, a private company that is there willing to invest at this point.When we came into government, there was a deal on the table with Tata Steel in Port Talbot.We negotiated in 10 weeks a much better deal, but there was a private company willing to invest, who are now investing.We are hoping that the company will co-operate with what we are asking them to do, we hope that we will give them a notice and they will continue.If they do not, we will step in. Now the company will be liable for any costs that we incur, and we will seek to get that money back.We have the £2.5 billion fund for steel which we had in our manifesto, that we will use if necessar...

Politics

1 week ago MPs approve British Steel bill after Chinese owners’ ‘excessive’ demands – live

Bill now proceeds to the House of Lords for debate and passageIt’s been a busy morning for Sarah Jones, who is now on BBC Breakfast.Asked whether the government had received any private offers for the company’s Scunthorpe plant, Sarah Jones said:There is not at the moment, to answer your question, a private company that is there willing to invest at this point.When we came into government, there was a deal on the table with Tata Steel in Port Talbot.We negotiated in 10 weeks a much better deal, but there was a private company willing to invest, who are now investing.We are hoping that the company will co-operate with what we are asking them to do, we hope that we will give them a notice and they will continue.If they do not, we will step in. Now the company will be liable for any costs that we incur, and we will seek to get that money back.We have the £2.5 billion fund for steel which we had in our manifesto, that we will use if necessary, so there will be no extra costs to the Exch...

Politics

1 week ago MPs debate emergency law to take control of British Steel after Chinese owners’ ‘excessive’ demands – live

No 10 has published a draft law that would give the business secretary the power to direct the companyIt’s been a busy morning for Sarah Jones, who is now on BBC Breakfast.Asked whether the government had received any private offers for the company’s Scunthorpe plant, Sarah Jones said:There is not at the moment, to answer your question, a private company that is there willing to invest at this point.When we came into government, there was a deal on the table with Tata Steel in Port Talbot.We negotiated in 10 weeks a much better deal, but there was a private company willing to invest, who are now investing.We are hoping that the company will co-operate with what we are asking them to do, we hope that we will give them a notice and they will continue.If they do not, we will step in. Now the company will be liable for any costs that we incur, and we will seek to get that money back.We have the £2.5 billion fund for steel which we had in our manifesto, that we will use if necessary, so ...

Society

1 week ago MPs debating emergency law to take control of British Steel – live

No 10 has published a draft law that would give the business secretary the power to direct the companyIt’s been a busy morning for Sarah Jones, who is now on BBC Breakfast.Asked whether the government had received any private offers for the company’s Scunthorpe plant, Sarah Jones said:There is not at the moment, to answer your question, a private company that is there willing to invest at this point.When we came into government, there was a deal on the table with Tata Steel in Port Talbot.We negotiated in 10 weeks a much better deal, but there was a private company willing to invest, who are now investing.We are hoping that the company will co-operate with what we are asking them to do, we hope that we will give them a notice and they will continue.If they do not, we will step in. Now the company will be liable for any costs that we incur, and we will seek to get that money back.We have the £2.5 billion fund for steel which we had in our manifesto, that we will use if necessary, so ...

Society

1 week ago Donald Trump reveals who he's backing for the Masters after skipping major at Augusta National

President Donald Trump has revealed who he is backing to win The Masters after skipping out on an appearance at the major tournament at Augusta National Golf Club this week.

Politics

2 w. ago Boy, 8, left alone in school toilet cubicle for more than three hours without food or drink, hearing told

The boy was allowed to remain alone in a toilet for more than three hours at a school in Pembrokeshire, a professional standards hearing was told

Politics

2 w. ago The parents pulling children out of school as they 'simply don't work for them'

A growing number of SEND kids are turning to online schools.

Society

2 w. ago Greater Manchester's giant outdoor inflatable bounce park opens for Easter school holidays

It's home to huge inflatables including bouncy castles, slides and obstacle courses

Politics