NHS trust sacks staff over attacks victims' records
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:34:49 GMT
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust says investigations are ongoing.
Free bus trips for children in England this August as part of Reeves's cost-of-living plan
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:43:35 GMT
Chancellor Rachel Reeves made a series of announcements aimed at relieving cost-of-living pressures.
Chris Mason: Reeves' summer savings drive won't stretch to energy bills
Thu, 21 May 2026 07:44:15 GMT
The chancellor is announcing measures aimed at easing the cost of living - but no help yet with energy bills.
EasyJet boss says summer flights won't be hit by jet fuel shortages
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:03:00 GMT
The airline has seen no problems with fuel, but says people are booking later because of uncertainty caused by the Iran war.
TikTok and YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids, says regulator
Thu, 21 May 2026 07:10:42 GMT
YouTube said it worked with experts to provide appropriate experiences. TikTok said it was disappointed Ofcom had not acknowledged its safety features.
Wes Streeting pledges wealth tax as part of leadership pitch
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:42:29 GMT
He proposes equalising capital gains tax with income tax, in a reform he estimates could raise £12bn a year.
Why illegal children's homes are being paid up to £2m per child by councils
Wed, 20 May 2026 23:10:10 GMT
A ban was meant to bring an end to the practice - but councils continue to fund illegal placements.
China says US should stop 'threats' against Cuba after ex-leader charged
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:22:18 GMT
It comes after the US charged Cuba's ex-leader with murder, the latest move putting pressure on the regime.
Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists
Thu, 21 May 2026 08:48:00 GMT
France and Italy are among the countries that have criticised a video showing Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting dozens of activists detained at an Israeli port.
Track UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boats
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:07:39 GMT
Use our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK
