33 m. ago The Voice 2025 series delayed after ITV talent show signs new celebrity judge

The next series of The Voice UK reportedly won't be landing on TV screens until next year, and the show is due to welcome a new judge

Culture

82 m. ago Cooper says law on rape being tightened so adults cannot use consent as defence against charge of raping child under 16 – UK politics live

Yvette Cooper tells parliament that Louise Casey audit found some cases were downgraded from rape to lesser charges ‘because 13- to 15-year-old is perceived to have consented’Starmer launches new grooming gangs investigationIn his interview on the Sky News this morning Chris Philp, the shadow home secretary, said that Keir Starmer should apologise for saying in January that those calling for a national inquiry into grooming gangs were jumping on a far-right bandwagon. Kemi Badenoch, his party leader, is also quoted today in an Daily Express splash story saying Starmer should apologise, but she is saying he should apologise for not agreeing to hold a national inquiry earlier.At the Downing Street lobby briefing this morning the No 10 spokesperson was asked if Starmer still thought that people who backed a national inquiry in January were joining a far-right bandwagon. In response, the spokesperson defended the phrase, and insisted that it only applied to Tories who were now demanding...

Society

1 hour ago Police to collect ethnicity data for all cases of child sexual abuse

Requirement made as review finds ‘over-representation’ of Asian men among grooming gang suspectsYvette Cooper has condemned damning failures by the authorities to protect children from grooming gangs as she announced there would be a formal requirement on police for the first time to collect ethnicity and nationality data for all cases of child sexual abuse and exploitation.The home secretary confirmed the government would accept all 12 recommendations of Louise Casey’s rapid review, including setting up a statutory inquiry into institutional failures, marking a significant reversal after months of pressure on Labour to act. Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago Emergency services warn of wildfire risk before expected UK heatwave

Temperatures forecast to reach 32C in London on Saturday as authorities issue reminder to check on vulnerable peopleEmergency services have issued warnings over the increased risks of wildfires before an expected heatwave this weekend, with temperatures forecast to reach 32C in some parts of the country.Authorities reminded the public to check in with older people and those with health conditions as forecasters predicted a burst of heat expected to peak this weekend before easing early next week. Continue reading...

Events

1 hour ago Royal Ascot Day 1 tips: Rosallion and Ruling Court to grab early headlines

Read the latest odds and tips ahead of day one at the British flat racing festival

Events

1 hour ago Glastonbury 2025 weather maps show a scorcher for the festival

With nine days until gates open, it is time to get packing for the summers most iconic event, but will Glastonbury weather hold up and provide another scorcher this year?

Culture

1 hour ago Strictly Come Dancing star says 2025 series will be 'bigger than ever' after controversy

Strictly Come Dancing has been clouded by various scandals in recent years but one star is adamant things are about to change

Culture

2 h. ago 2025 Royal Ascot Specials: What colour will the Queen’s hat be and more royal bets

Read the latest odds for a special range of Royal Ascot markets involving members of the Royal Family

Politics

2 h. ago Royal Ascot 2025: Races, schedule, runners, weather forecast, odds and how to watch

World-renowned five-day Festival set to begin in Berkshire

Politics

2 h. ago Audit found ‘clear evidence of representation’ of Asian and Pakistani men in grooming gang cases in local data, MPs told – UK politics live

Yvette Cooper tells parliament that Louise Casey audit found ‘organisations avoided topic for fear of appearing racist or raising community tensions’Starmer launches new grooming gangs investigationIn his interview on the Sky News this morning Chris Philp, the shadow home secretary, said that Keir Starmer should apologise for saying in January that those calling for a national inquiry into grooming gangs were jumping on a far-right bandwagon. Kemi Badenoch, his party leader, is also quoted today in an Daily Express splash story saying Starmer should apologise, but she is saying he should apologise for not agreeing to hold a national inquiry earlier.At the Downing Street lobby briefing this morning the No 10 spokesperson was asked if Starmer still thought that people who backed a national inquiry in January were joining a far-right bandwagon. In response, the spokesperson defended the phrase, and insisted that it only applied to Tories who were now demanding an inquiry they never set...

Politics

3 h. ago Royal Ascot 2025 set to kick off amid scorching forecast with wall

Sizzling temperatures will sweep across the UK in the coming days, with a heatwave likely and temperatures possibly exceeding 30C, according to the Met Office's latest forecast

Politics

3 h. ago Police launch investigation after human leg found on beach in South Ayrshire

Police Scotland say inquiry under way after officers called to Prestwick beach Police are investigating after a human leg was found on a beach in South Ayrshire in Scotland.Officers were called to the scene on Prestwick beach, a popular attraction with views of the Isle of Arran from the shoreline, on the morning of 10 June. Continue reading...

Events

3 h. ago Two Scottish firms named among UK’s Best Managed Companies 2025

Two Scottish businesses have been recognised in Deloitte’s inaugural UK’s Best Managed Companies awards, presented by Deloitte at the McLaren Technology Centre.

Politics

4 h. ago MP to face trial over claims he groped women at London’s Groucho Club

Patrick Spencer has exercised right to be tried by jury in crown court over allegationsAn MP faces trial over allegations he groped two women in one night while drunk at the Groucho Club in London.Patrick Spencer, the MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich, pleaded not guilty to two counts of sexual assault at Westminster magistrates court on Monday morning. Continue reading...

Politics

4 h. ago Everything to know about Summer Solstice 2025 including how to celebrate special event

Thousands of Brits are set to mark the summer solstice which signifies the end of spring

Politics

4 h. ago Royal Ascot 2025 Day 1 tips and best bets as Sardinian Warrior napped for glory

Daily Record tipster Garry Owen has you covered for Royal Ascot Day 1

Events

4 h. ago Alex Belfield’s release from prison forces stalking victims to relive their fears

The ex-BBC radio host is planning a comeback tour of self-promotion, leaving those affected questioning his remorseAlex Belfield was condemned as “the Jimmy Savile of trolling” when he was jailed for a stalking campaign against broadcasters including Jeremy Vine.His victims have now spoken of their fears as the 45-year-old is released from prison, from where he has been plotting a comeback and a summer tour of self-promotion. Continue reading...

Events

4 h. ago Women’s Euro 2025 prize money: How much do teams win round by round?

Uefa confirmed prize money will be more than double what it was when England lifted the Women’s Euros in 2022

Politics

5 h. ago Skyscanner and Google Flights soar ahead: New research reveals the best UK flight booking websites for summer 2025

With millions of UK travellers gearing up for summer holidays, flight comparison and booking platforms are under pressure to deliver a seamless digital experience, with ease of use and speed key to converting holiday dreams into confirmed bookings.

Technology

5 h. ago When is the Steam Summer Sale 2025? Date revealed and it's closer than you think

Steam's next big sale is tiptoeing closer, and you'll be able to grab a whole host of bargains in just 10 days—here's when it starts, ends, and what to expect for PC gamers

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