The average household will be about £480 worse off this year due to higher energy costs, the Resolution Foundation says; earlier expected real income gains will be reversed.more

Experts identify locations in the UK offering the greatest safety during a potential nuclear conflict, including London Underground and remote islands.more

The ITAKA Foundation – Center for Missing People, at the request of the family and in cooperation with the police, is conducting a search for the missing Anna Reszetnik from London.more

The UK will not be involved in enforcing the US military blockade of Iran, Sir Keir Starmer has said. UK minesweepers and anti-drone capabilities will continue operating in the region but British naval ships and soldiers will not be used to block Iranian ports.more

From 1 October 2027, the UK will implement a deposit return scheme for bottles and cans to boost recycling and reduce waste.more

Westminster Magistrate Court is expected to issue a decision today regarding the extradition to Poland of Michał Kuczmierowski, the former head of the Government Agency for Strategic Reserves (RARS). Kuczmierowski's lawyer, Adam Gomoła, announced that regardless of the court's ruling, the parties will appeal.more

The supermarket chain Lidl has begun building its first ever pub at a site in Northern Ireland. The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws.more

The operators of a train famous for its role as the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films have warned of a delay to the start of its new season. West Coast Railways' (WRC) Jacobite steam train operates on the iconic West Highland Line from Fort William to Mallaig.more

More than 500 people were arrested during a demonstration against the ban on Palestine Action in central London, the Metropolitan Police have said. The force said it had made the arrests when people showed support for a proscribed organisation. The age of those arrested ranged from 18 to 87, police said.more

A non-profit organisation in the Scottish city of Inverness has declared war on seagulls following ‘coordinated attacks on children’ who, in keeping with a national tradition, were searching for Easter eggs filled with sweets that had been hidden by adults, according to The Independent.more

A Scottish court has sentenced a man to eight years in prison for the wilful killing of his wife. The woman, who had been abused for at least 18 months, took her own life by jumping from a viaduct. This is the first sentence of its kind in Scotland, according to the BBC.more

The 2026 UK local elections are scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2026. EU citizens, including Poles, have the right to vote in local elections, even after Brexit, provided they meet residency requirements. Polish diplomatic missions and Polish diaspora organizations in the UK, among others, encourage participation in these elections.more

The UK faces rain and strong winds after a record warm start to April. The Met Office warns of locally severe gales and heavy showers.more

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has told ITV News' Talking Politics podcast that he is "fed up" with families in the UK seeing their bills go up and down "because of the actions of Putin or Trump". The exclusive interview with ITV News' Political Editor Robert Peston is the prime minister's first since the establishment of a fragile two-week ceasefire deal made between the US and Iran.more

A two-week ceasefire has eased immediate pressure, but uncertainty about the conflict’s future is likely to push up prices for fuel, energy, food and clothing.more

While April brings with it brighter days, it also coincides with a time of year millions of Brits dread: hay fever season. If you’ve found yourself sneezing more lately, you’re not alone. On April 8, the Met Office reported that the recent dry spell has led to rising pollen levels across much of the UK this week – with cities such as London and Exeter issuing red alerts.more

A thief who stole a designer handbag, unaware that it contained a Fabergé egg, a watch from the same brand and several other valuable items – with a total value of £2.2 million – was sentenced yesterday by a London court to two years and three months in prison.more

A Russian submarine operation was detected in and around British waters by the UK and its allies during a month-long operation, UK Defence Secretary John Healey told a Downing Street press conference today.more

Westminster planning sub‑committee unanimously approved on 7 April a Cabinet Office plan for a statue at Marlborough Gate; a companion Prince Philip statue and bridge replacement are also planned.more

Shoppers in the UK face a surge of ‘dynamic-pricing’ as supermarkets look set to adopt technology that adjusts the price of goods based on demand. Supermarkets have already started introducing electronic shelf labels which could pave the way for dynamic-pricing in the future, the Bank of England has warned.more

British Gas has shared an important update for customers regarding their bills. The energy firm has explained how UK households could be affected by market shifts in a YouTube video.more

The Marine Conservation Society warns against continued cod fishing in the UK, recommending alternative fish choices amid sharp population decline.more

More than 50 young asylum seekers in the UK have died in the past decade, the majority by suicide, according to data compiled for the first time. Of 54 deaths of unaccompanied children and young people who claimed asylum between 2015 and 2024 in the care system, 31 were suicides, seven were homicides and eight were fatal accidents.more

Eurostar has launched a promotion offering passengers tickets between 22 April and 8 July 2026 from £35 from London to five popular destinations, encouraging travellers to 'bag a bargain break' with the deal.more

In March, UK house prices fell below £300,000 on average, with annual growth slowing to 0.8%. The housing market slowed amid Middle East conflict uncertainty and rising interest rates.more

Sir Keir Starmer has said there is a "lot of work to do" to make the two-week ceasefire between Iran and the US hold and to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The prime minister arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday as part of a visit to Gulf allies to discuss diplomatic efforts to support and uphold the agreement.more

A Polish history enthusiast has discovered a medieval ring engraved with sixteen runic symbols in the village of Quadring in the UK. The find was reported to the Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS), a database of privately discovered archaeological finds.more

Ahead of the May 2026 ban on no-fault evictions in England, landlords are increasing such evictions. Reports to renters’ union Acorn rose from 20% in October to 33% in January.more

UK cybersecurity agencies warn of Russian hackers exploiting internet routers for espionage, risking data theft and redirection to fake sites.more

We present the upcoming bank holiday dates in the UK for 2026 and 2027, including May holidays and Christmas dates.more

The government is considering mandatory eyesight tests for older drivers to maintain their driving licences. The Department for Transport is consulting on the proposed rules.more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed the ceasefire announced overnight in the conflict between the U.S. and Iran and is traveling to the Gulf states to discuss the resumption of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, his office announced this morning.more

Three East London boroughs had the highest rates of child poverty in England, with Hackney coming in second.more