Immigration arrests are at the highest levels in history, the Home Office has revealed, after raids on businesses in London were stepped up. A crackdown on illegal working has seen enforcement officers up visits to restaurants, car washes, nail salons, barbers, markets, shops and hotels. more

The wintry weather is set to continue with a snow and rain storm set to hit the country. Weather maps from WXCharts show a band of rain moving across the country on Saturday, January 17. In higher ground areas, this is expected to fall as snow, with parts of England forecast to get buried in drifts up to 10 inches (25cm) deep. more

Head of the Armed Forces Sir Richard Knighton has said the UK is "not as ready as we need to be for the kind of full-scale conflict we might face", as he avoided questions about a reported shortfall in the government's defence spending plans.more

The average UK adult receives two scam calls each week, research has indicated. Nationwide Building Society, which commissioned the survey, found more than half (57%) of people believe that suspect calls are becoming more frequent. More than a quarter (28%) of people surveyed said they are not confident in spotting a genuine call from their bank.more

The British BBC station reported on Tuesday that it had filed a motion in a Florida court to dismiss US President Donald Trump's lawsuit, in which he demands $10 billion in damages.more

Primark is set to open its first new branch in London in almost a decade, as it reveals plans for a new superstore in Wimbledon. Spanning 24,000 sq. ft of selling space on the ground floor, Primark will take over part of the former Debenhams unit in Wimbledon Quarter shopping centre.more

President Karol Nawrocki arrived in London on Monday afternoon. Later that same day, he met with representatives of the Polish community and presented state decorations. Talks with President Keir Starmer are scheduled for Tuesday morning.more

People who stop taking weight loss jabs regain all the weight originally lost in under two years, significantly faster than those on any other weight loss plan, according to a landmark study.more

Settling down in the commuter belt is no longer, at least since Covid, the reserve of those just wanting a break from London's hustle and bustle. Rather, it could provide a rather effective means to, at most, get on the property ladder and, at the least, save you some cash on monthly rent.more

Debt charities say they are receiving an influx of calls as people worry their financial situation has slipped towards becoming unmanageable. The first weeks of January are usually the busiest time of year for helplines following a particularly expensive period. more

The number of murders recorded in London dropped to its lowest level per capita since records began, Scotland Yard chief Sir Mark Rowley has announced. There were 97 homicides in the capital in 2025, down 36 per cent from 153 in 2019 and 11 per cent fewer than the 109 in 2024.more

The British media regulator Ofcom has launched an investigation into the sexualisation of content by the Grok chatbot from Elon Musk's xAI. The authority will examine whether the company has violated British law and adequately protected consumers.more

The tip may appear straightforward, but it may just save you a surprising amount on household costs, writes Express.co.uk.more

Millions of people turn to nose sprays each year as a quick fix for congestion brought on by colds, flu and other ailments. But what many don't realise is that improper use of this everyday medication could result in dependency or even addiction.more

The British government announced yesterday that it will develop a new long-range ballistic missile, which will be intended for Ukraine to defend itself against Russian aggression.more

Heavy rain and melting snow and ice could lead to flooding in the wake of Storm Goretti, the Met Office has warned.more

The Tube needn't be like sardines in a can - some sections of the map are very quiet, writes MyLondon.news.more

UK visa applications from foreign skilled workers and health staff dropped significantly last year after stricter immigration controls were enforced, new data shows.more

Gatwick Airport has hiked its drop-off fees from today (January 6), making its charges the most expensive in the country.more

Asda has pledged to drop the cost of everyday products to below those of its competitors’ loyalty card prices as it attempts to re-position itself following a bleak Christmas.more

A man in his 50s has been found dead after a tree fell on to a caravan during Storm Goretti. Devon and Cornwall Police said emergency services were called to the Mawgan area of Helston, Cornwall, at about 19:35 GMT on Thursday after the tree fell during a red weather warning for wind.more

The Polish Cultural Foundation (PFK), one of the most important centers of emigrant culture in the UK, has ceased publishing "Tygodnik Polski" in print at the beginning of 2026. As reported, the editorial team is currently focusing on running the Polish community portal MyPolska.UK.more

Christmas and new year gatherings may have caused a “bounce back” in winter viruses, with the number of people in hospital with flu up slightly, according to NHS England.more

Money-Saving Expert Martin Lewis has flagged up a key HMRC deadline in 2026 that could land you with a £100 fine. Lewis explained that if you've got savings of £10,000 or more, you'll need to fill out the necessary forms.more

Earlier today - almost 27 months until the next election - Nigel Farage's Reform UK Party became the first challenger to announce their candidate to become Mayor of London in 2028. Mr Farage confirmed long-held rumours that Westminster Councillor Laila Cunningham will stand against Sir Sadiq Khan in two years' time.more