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Top news, government updates, business, sports and entertainment from United Kingdom.
Six people returning home from hospital after hantavirus isolation
Not all of the 22 passengers and crew have been allowed to leave the Arrowe Park hospital yet.
Bodies of three young women pulled from sea off Brighton
Brighton beach is closed after police launch inquiry into what they describe as a "tragic incident".
Citizens’ Rights Specialised Committee meeting, 13 May 2026: joint statement
The UK Government and European Commission gave a joint statement following the 18th meeting of the Specialised Committee on Citizens’ Rights.
Cruise ship from Belfast held in France after gastroenteritis outbreak
The ship, which set sail from Belfast on Friday, is at port in Bordeaux after 49 people fell ill from gastrointestinal illness.
More than 1,000 passengers held on cruise after gastrointestinal illness outbreak
The ship, which set sail from Belfast on Friday, is at port in Bordeaux after 49 people fell ill from gastrointestinal illness.
UKHSA update on the hantavirus cruise ship outbreak
Latest information on cases including British nationals.
Scope of maternity review confirmed
Sussex families to get answers as maternity review scope confirmed.
Rhun ap Iorwerth reveals new Welsh government ministers
Ap Iorwerth said it was not just a change in administration but a change of approach for governing Wales.
Snake Pass to temporarily close for works
The county council says the work will enable proposals to be developed and discussed with partners.
'Ciao Kate': Crowds cheer Catherine's comeback tour to Italy
The Princess of Wales travels to Reggio Emilia, to learn about its approach to early years education.
Princess Eugenie's charity faces further scrutiny from Charity Commission
The watchdog says it is opening a case into The Anti-Slavery Collective to assess concerns over spending.
WTO General Council May 2026: UK Statement
UK Statement at the World Trade Organization's General Council in Geneva.
WTO General Council May 2026: UK Statements for Agenda Items 1, 2 & 3
UK Statement at the World Trade Organization's General Council in Geneva. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN, Kumar Iyer.
DfE Update 13 May 2026
Latest information and actions from the Department for Education about funding, assurance and resource management, for academies, local authorities and further education providers.
Russia’s Militarised Economy and the Destabilising Effects on Regional Security: UK Statement to the OSCE
UK Senior Military Advisor, Colonel Joby Rimmer warns that Russia’s selective ceasefires mask bad faith engagement, a war dependent economy, and growing militarisation, making Moscow more coercive and…
Trucker killed when lorry cab rolled off back of trailer
Thomas Willis died as he was removing the vehicle from the trailer of his lorry, an inquest hears.
Regulator investigates charity over unauthorised payments to a trustee
The Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry into The Shoosmith Gallery (registered charity number 1147845).
Regulator investigates charity over management of potential conflicts of interest
The Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry into Steiner Friends (registered charity number 1071781).
Father of suspected triple murderer sentenced over firearm
Vanessa Whyte and her daughter Sara and son James were fatally shot at a house in Maguiresbridge in July 2025.
Men jailed for firebomb attacks during gangland feud in west of Scotland
The trio targeted houses and a carpet firm linked to the Daniel crime family in a series of attacks last year.
Men jailed for firebomb attacks during gangland feud
The trio targeted houses and a carpet firm linked to the Daniel crime family in a series of attacks last year.
Tui sees summer sales fall 10% due to cautious UK customers
The travel operator says customers are delaying booking holidays over Iran war concerns.
King's Speech to build a Stronger, Fairer Northern Ireland and Deliver the Troubles Bill
Statement from the Secretary of State regarding the King's Speech in Parliament
The King's Speech at a glance
The monarch has outlined the government's plans for new laws in the next session of Parliament.
Environment Agency puts brakes on illegal waste site
The Environment Agency has stopped illegal waste activity in its tracks at a site near Chesterfield.
West Midlands lettings agent sentenced for exploiting two Covid support schemes
Director made false declarations on two separate government-backed loan applications
The King's Speech 2026
His Majesty’s most gracious speech to both Houses of Parliament.
Posh sandwich has more salt than nearly five cheeseburgers
Action on Salt & Sugar said people should not be exposed to a "hidden health risk every time they buy lunch".
MPs call for sunbed advertising ban to help prevent skin cancer
A report by a cross-party group of MPs has found the majority of skin cancer cases are preventable.
MHRA supports Northern Ireland life sciences sector with new hub
The MHRA hub in Belfast will strengthen collaboration and engagement with local industry, academia and the healthcare sector.
Lucy Letby inquiry report delayed for third time
The Thirwall Inquiry report – initially due in November 2025 – will not be published until after August.
Man, 26, dies after car hit group of pedestrians
Police say a murder investigation is under way after Tyler Fairman died in hospital.
Margot Robbie backs Tudor play 1536: 'Women are still having the same conversations'
Acclaimed Tudor-set play 1536 is co-produced by Margot Robbie and is being turned into a BBC TV drama.
Welsh Secretary statement on First Minister of Wales appointment
Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens congratulates the new First Minister of Wales.
DWP appoints new Chair of Pension Protection Fund (PPF)
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced the appointment of Joanne Segars OBE as the new Chair of the Pension Protection Fund (PPF), effective from 1 July…
World's first international football stadium given protected status
The first Hampden Park is designated a scheduled monument in recognition of its place in football history.
RSH publishes latest round of judgements
The Regulator of Social Housing published its latest regulatory judgements today (Wednesday 13 May 2026)
The people behind plant health in forestry
Forestry Commission staff whose plant health roles contribute to protecting woodlands, forests and green spaces.
Solomon Islands journalists enhance skills in fact-checking and verification training
Journalists in Honiara completed a four-day fact-checking and verification training to strengthen integrity, accuracy, and resilience in reporting.
Why is there a row about an MSP's immigration status?
Q Manivannan, originally from India, is on a student visa which is due to expire at the end of the year.
Alex's mum abducted him as a boy. Now he's ready to talk to her again
Alex Batty reveals all about his abduction and life on the run in a new BBC documentary.
HMS Spey visits Manila to mark 80 years of UK-PH relations
UK Royal Navy offshore patrol vessel HMS Spey recently concluded a three-day port visit to Manila, marking a significant moment in the UK-Philippines relations.
Entertainment News: Movies, Music, TV and Books – USA Today
Entertainment News: Movies, Music, TV and Books USA Today
Wadephul strongly rejects Russian threats – deutschland.de
Wadephul strongly rejects Russian threats deutschland.de