6 h. ago Major British bank confirms it’s shutting 8 branches across UK in January – is one going near you?

A MAJOR bank is shutting eight more of its branches this January. It comes as the shift towards online banking continues, with hundreds of banks closing across the country this year alone. Halifax, which is part of the Lloyds Banking Group, is the latest to experience more closures in what many deem as a blow...

Economics

30 h. ago How late night shopping gave British high street a major boost this Christmas

Boxing Day was the ‘standout’ trading day boosted by evening shoppers

Economics

46 h. ago Bruton contacted Major about Sellafield concerns as legal action was explored

Then-taoiseach John Bruton raised the issue with British prime minister John Major after several safety incidents over a short period in the 1990s.

Politics

46 h. ago John Major reprimanded John Bruton for ‘stormy’ speech in 1995

‘I regret that you have spoken in this way,’ British PM John Major wrote to Taoiseach John Bruton in 1995.

Events

2 d. ago Major British university urges end to exams as part of plans to 'decolonise' its business school

The university - part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities - made the astonishing claim in a new paper about how to 'decolonise' its business school.

Culture

8 d. ago easyJet passengers in uproar as some ask 'why did you let dead person on our flight'

Passengers on an easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick opened up about their horror after an elderly British woman was declared dead before takeoff, causing major delays

Events

8 d. ago Major warning over 'demonisation of migrants' including harm to British people

Mary-Ann Stephenson, chairwoman of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, warned the language around migration harms not only migrants but also ethnic minority British people

Events

9 d. ago Brit granny found dead on flight 'was propped up and we all knew what happened'

Passengers on an easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick have described their horror after an elderly British woman was declared dead before takeoff, causing major delays

Events

1 week ago British farmers ‘bewildered’ and scared for the future amid major concerns over tractor tax, review finds

The inheritance tax changes – which have been dubbed the ‘tractor tax’ – have been described as ‘cruel’

Politics

1 week ago Canadian woman points out 'major problem' with dating British men

A Canadian woman who moved to the UK has sparked debate after sharing her experiences dating British men and questioning whether fast-paced expectations are normal

Politics

2 w. ago Mia Khalifa dubbed 'our new monarch' as she becomes face of major British brand

Mia Khalifa made her name in the adult industry back in the 2010s. But, she's now dipping her toes into the fashion world after landing a campaign with a popular British brand

Politics

2 w. ago Martin Lewis urges DWP to 'fix' major Universal Credit banking issue

Martin Lewis has written to Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden to demand the DWP investigates and fixes an issue that he says is affecting millions on Universal Credit

Politics

2 w. ago Martin Lewis urges DWP boss to ‘investigate and fix’ current Universal Credit rules

More than 8 million people on Universal Credit could be missing out on a chance to improve their financial situation.

Economics

2 w. ago DWP to end two benefit schemes in April 2026: Here's how to transfer to Universal Credit

The Department for Work and Pensions will abolish Income Support and Jobseeker’s Allowance by April 2026, urging claimants to transfer to Universal Credit to maintain their benefits

Politics

2 w. ago British Airways flight dumps fuel over Scotland before diverting in major incident

British Airways has faced a turbulent week, with two separate flights hit by technical issues.

Politics

3 w. ago CCTV issued in urgent hunt for woman who vanished near university

Jill Grint, 79, was last seen near her home in, Earlham, Norfolk, around 10.30am on Friday. Police have deployed police dogs, a drone team and a helicopter as part of their search

Culture

3 w. ago British Airways makes major change impacting loyal customers before Christmas

A considerable change will come into effect this month for British Airways loyal customers, with an increase in Reward Flights that will affect both Avios and cash elements

Economics

4 w. ago Frontline British troops get mobile brain scans in major medical breakthrough

Major medical breakthrough as British troops will get mobile brain scans to measure what explosions do to the brain after years of mystery over the long-term effects of bombs on personnel

Science

4 w. ago British thriller branded 'best movie of 2025' drops on two major streaming platforms

Don't miss your chance to watch a modern-day classic.

Politics