60 h. ago Major prescription change means you could save hundreds on medicines

England is the only country in the UK that still charges, with Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland all ditching the charges over a decade ago.

Politics

4 d. ago UK weather: May snow storm forecast as 45 counties face 3 inch per hour blizzard

Advanced weather maps show as many as 45 counties across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland could see some shock snow in May, despite temperatures rising high next week

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6 d. ago Dry conditions forecast for London Marathon with warmer spell to come across UK

Runners could see highs of 22C in the capital on Sunday.

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9 d. ago Week of ‘changeable’ weather ahead as rain continues across UK, says Met Office

Much of the country would see alternating sunny spells and showers over the next few days, forecasters said.

Society

9 d. ago Bank holiday weekend forecast to end with rain for much of UK

The Met Office said that Monday would be ‘rather cloudy with rain continuing eastwards’.

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1 week ago Suspended chief constable will not be prosecuted over alleged sexual offences

The PPS in Northern Ireland also said Will Kerr will not face charges relating to an allegation of misconduct in public office.

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1 week ago Aurora Borealis: Northern Lights could appear over Scotland for third night following geomagnetic storm

For a third night, the Northern Lights are set to appear across skies in Scotland after a severe solar storm.

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2 w. ago One of the highest global rates of serious disease that damages brain found in Scotland

A study conducted by the University of Aberdeen has identified Northern Scotland as having one of the highest global rates of one progressive brain disorder.

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2 w. ago Pets at Home announces nationwide ban at all 460 UK stores this weekend

The temporary ban will prevent people from buying or adopting rabbits from shops in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland in order to stop hasty Easter decision-making

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2 w. ago Asking prices hit new record high despite stamp duty hike, Rightmove says

Scotland, Wales, the Midlands and many northern regions saw average property asking prices rise this month, Rightmove said.

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2 w. ago Endometriosis: National World's open letter to health ministers urges them to end 'cycle of suffering'

📝 Our open letter to health ministers in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

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2 w. ago Scotland could see Northern Lights tonight and tomorrow as Met Office says 'keep an eye out'

Scotland is one of a handful of lucky countries who get to see the aurora borealis grace their night skies regularly

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3 w. ago More than 300 jobs to be created with £450m energy investment in north Scotland

It is hoped the new investment will boost network resilience across the region, where outages are more common because of the harsh climate.

Economics

3 w. ago Hundreds of jobs to be created in £450m energy investment in northern Scotland

The Scottish and Southern Electricity Network says the work will be crucial in delivering new technologies like EV chargers, solar panels and heat pumps.

Economics

3 w. ago Northern Lights to be visible over Scotland tonight as enthusiasts share 'promising' look

The Met Office has released a statement on how likely Scots are to catch a glimpse of the astronomical wonder

Politics

3 w. ago Free bus passes for over 60s update as new DfT statement makes funding suggestion

The Department for Transport has issued a response to campaigners who want the same automatic concession as those in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to be extended to over 60s in England

Politics

3 w. ago Free bus passes for over 60s in England could happen as DfT bosses refuse to rule it out

A campaign has been growing for people in England to get the same automatic concession as those in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland when it comes to riding busses

Politics

3 w. ago UK to host Women's World Cup for first time ever in 2035 as rivals drop out to leave England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales as sole bidders

The UK will host the Women's World Cup for the first time ever in 2035 after a rival bid from Spain, Portugal and Morocco dropped out.

Politics

4 w. ago Londoners warned not to have barbecues this weekend because they could cause wildfires

The Met Office has imposed a rare amber warning for fire severity across parts of England, southern Scotland and Northern Ireland as temperatures soar to 22C (72F).

Events

4 w. ago ‘Extreme’ wildfire risk as warnings issued for much of the UK

It comes after England saw its sunniest March on record and its sixth driest March since records began in 1836, according to the Met Office.

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