2 h. ago One thousand pubs face closing doors for final time as they struggle with ‘perfect storm’ of higher costs

A THOUSAND pubs face closure as they struggle with higher costs, industry estimates reveal. Business rates rises, beer duty taxes, employment costs and high energy bills are to blame. It means around 21 boozers a week could shut their doors for good over the next year. An enhanced financial package for pubs is imminent from...

Events

5 h. ago What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats

Southwest Airlines passengers are making their final boarding-time scrambles for seats as the carrier prepares to end its signature open-seating system

Politics

8 h. ago Sky to expand Livingston site by 15 acres after major investment announcement

Sky has announced a major investment in its Livingston base, expanding the site by 15 acres.

Politics

8 h. ago Tories withdraw ‘mental health’ briefing about Suella Braverman after former Tory home secretary joins Reform – UK politics live

Her defection means there are now eight Reform MPs in the CommonsKeir Starmer was being interview by Beth Rigby from Sky News this morning when he defended the decision not to let Andy Burnham be a byelection candidate.After Starmer delivered his first answer (see 10.15am), Rigby asked him to what he would say to Labour MPs who think he is being “cowardly” and just blocking Burnham to avoid the risk of a leadership contest.Millions of people will be better off if we have the continuation of a Labour government in Wales, and if we’re able to win the government in Scotland and retain and win councils across England.When I came into politics in 2015, the first thing I did was support Andy Burnham’s leadership campaign. The first team I worked in was for Andy Burnham. And in the job he’s doing now, he and I work closely together ..So there’s no question of me and Andy not working very well together. He’s doing an excellent job.The battle of our times is the battle between patriotic, Lab...

Society

10 h. ago Labour says Farage ‘stuffing his party full of failed Tories’ after Suella Braverman joins Reform – UK politics live

Her defection comes shortly after Robert Jenrick joined Nigel Farage’s party, meaning there are now eight Reform MPs in the CommonsKeir Starmer was being interview by Beth Rigby from Sky News this morning when he defended the decision not to let Andy Burnham be a byelection candidate.After Starmer delivered his first answer (see 10.15am), Rigby asked him to what he would say to Labour MPs who think he is being “cowardly” and just blocking Burnham to avoid the risk of a leadership contest.Millions of people will be better off if we have the continuation of a Labour government in Wales, and if we’re able to win the government in Scotland and retain and win councils across England.When I came into politics in 2015, the first thing I did was support Andy Burnham’s leadership campaign. The first team I worked in was for Andy Burnham. And in the job he’s doing now, he and I work closely together ..So there’s no question of me and Andy not working very well together. He’s doing an excellen...

Politics

11 h. ago ‘I feel like I’ve come home’: former Tory home secretary Suella Braverman defects to Reform UK – UK politics live

Her defection comes shortly after Robert Jenrick joined Nigel Farage’s party, meaning there are now eight Reform MPs in the Commons.Keir Starmer was being interview by Beth Rigby from Sky News this morning when he defended the decision not to let Andy Burnham be a byelection candidate.After Starmer delivered his first answer (see 10.15am), Rigby asked him to what he would say to Labour MPs who think he is being “cowardly” and just blocking Burnham to avoid the risk of a leadership contest.Millions of people will be better off if we have the continuation of a Labour government in Wales, and if we’re able to win the government in Scotland and retain and win councils across England.When I came into politics in 2015, the first thing I did was support Andy Burnham’s leadership campaign. The first team I worked in was for Andy Burnham. And in the job he’s doing now, he and I work closely together ..So there’s no question of me and Andy not working very well together. He’s doing an excelle...

Society

13 h. ago Sky confirms major investment to transform Livingston campus, supporting thousands of local jobs

The development underscores Sky’s long-term commitment to West Lothian and will support thousands of jobs and drive regional economic growth.

Economics

13 h. ago Starmer brushes off claims blocking Burnham from byelection was ‘cowardly’ – UK politics live

PM praises Manchester mayor and urges Labour to unite to fight Reform Keir Starmer was being interview by Beth Rigby from Sky News this morning when he defended the decision not to let Andy Burnham be a byelection candidate.After Starmer delivered his first answer (see 10.15am), Rigby asked him to what he would say to Labour MPs who think he is being “cowardly” and just blocking Burnham to avoid the risk of a leadership contest.Millions of people will be better off if we have the continuation of a Labour government in Wales, and if we’re able to win the government in Scotland and retain and win councils across England.When I came into politics in 2015, the first thing I did was support Andy Burnham’s leadership campaign. The first team I worked in was for Andy Burnham. And in the job he’s doing now, he and I work closely together ..So there’s no question of me and Andy not working very well together. He’s doing an excellent job.The battle of our times is the battle between patriotic...

Politics

27 h. ago Sky News presenter signs off for final time as he makes emotional career announcement

Sky News Politics Hub presenter Darren McCaffrey has confirmed he is leaving the broadcaster and moving to Toronto, Canada

Politics

29 h. ago Sky News presenter quits with emotional statement on air and announces he's leaving the UK

Sky News presenter Darren McCaffrey announced his final Politics Hub show live on air, confirming he is moving to Toronto, Canada, in a matter of weeks after 15 years at the broadcaster

Politics

29 h. ago Bradley Walsh opens up on health battles including 'seriously bad' condition

The Chase and Gladiators host has been a TV powerhouse for decades, but the presenter has faced significant health problems over the years

Events

36 h. ago Jeff Stelling criticises Sky Sports as he issues stark warning for former employer

Jeff Stelling left Sky Sports three years ago and has questioned their strategy as they go after the younger audience with several new shows that have divided opinion

Events

37 h. ago World Indoor Bowls Championships 2026 Mens Final time: Prize Money, Sunday schedule, history, format, television

It’s finals day in the Open Singles Indoor Bowls World Championships - and there’s a Scot in contention.

Sport

63 h. ago I walked along the Welsh 'stream in the sky' and had to turn back

The World Heritage Site can be walked across for free, but I can never make it to the other side

Politics

3 d. ago The Traitors' final: Who's made it to the end? Everything you need to know

The Traitors final will air at a later time of 8.30pm on BBC One this evening – in which we will find out who will take the cash prize and win the fourth series of the Traitors

Politics

3 d. ago When is The Traitors Final? Exact time last episodes starts, prize money, who is favourite to win?

It’s time to see who will be triumphants - the noble Faithful or dastardly Traitors.

Politics

3 d. ago Chisora vs Wilder date and location emerge as heavyweight duel edges closer

Derek Chisora is set to fight for the 50th and final time as a professional, sharing the ring with knockout artist Deontay Wilder

Politics

3 d. ago The Traitors final time moved as BBC confirm schedule shake up

The Traitors finale will air at 8:30pm on Friday, January 24, with an extended 75-minute episode

Politics

4 d. ago Sky News host QUITS after 27 years with goodbye post to fans as she prepares for new hosting role

Anna Botting, who joined the news show back in 1999, took to Instagram to reveal the broadcast on Thursday would be 'the last time, at least for her'.

Politics

4 d. ago Sky News host QUITS after 27 years with goodbye post to fans

A Sky News host has revealed they've QUIT the programme, posting a final goodbye to fans on social media and confirming their final broadcast is just hours away.

Politics