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Reeves must raise tax to cover £41bn gap, says think tank
Sir Keir Starmer defended the government's handling of the economy but failed to answer a question about taxes.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:10:27 GMT
Tax rises to spending cuts - what are the chancellor's options now?
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves is due to deliver her Budget in the autumn.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:30:21 GMT
Airport runway reopens after emergency landing
The plane has been removed, and Birmingham Airport's runway reopened shortly before 20:00 BST.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:52:28 GMT
Fugitive jailed for murder of mother walking dog
The trial judge says it may never be known what triggered the "outburst of violence" against Anita Rose.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:37:29 GMT
'All sides' to blame in Prince Harry charity row, watchdog finds
The Charity Commission criticises “all parties” at Sentebale for allowing a “damaging” dispute to play out publicly.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:14:11 GMT
MasterChef returns with sacked hosts but without their jokes
Gregg Wallace and John Torode were both sacked following a report into conduct on the BBC show.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:24:02 GMT
Horizon victim sues Post Office and Fujitsu for £4m
This is the first time full details of a complex claim for compensation have been made public.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:09:46 GMT
Stoke Newington shooting death victim named
Erdal Ozmen was found with gunshot wounds on Dynevor Road in Stoke Newington on Tuesday.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 18:07:28 GMT
Families demand change to parole rules for missing body murders
Relatives of Arlene Fraser and Suzanne Pilley are backing proposals to change the law in Scotland.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 17:59:21 GMT
Coriander and hummus products recalled over possible listeria presence
The affected batches of potted coriander products were supplied by O'Hanlon Herbs to a number of major supermarkets.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 15:39:20 GMT
Talking parrot helps bring down drugs gang
Raids in Blackpool uncovered the bird which had been taught to say phrases used by drug dealers.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:19:52 GMT
I'm feeling the pressure, Eluned Morgan says after year as FM
Wales' first minister is gearing her party up for the next Senedd election.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 09:08:02 GMT
Watch: The latest weather forecast as Storm Floris hits
An amber warning came into place at 10:00 BST across large parts of Scotland, with wind gusts expected to reach up to 90mph.
Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:29:35 GMT
Why did 1,000 people watch a man fold a sheet in Edinburgh?
David Sillito finds out why Kiwi comedian Dan Boerman performed his laundry-inspired routine on Calton Hill in Edinburgh.
Fri, 01 Aug 2025 11:31:50 GMT
Agyemang: 'Winning Euros was so surreal that I cried'
England striker Michelle Agyemang says the Lionesses "all believed, from day one" that they could win the tournament.
Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:05:36 GMT
Watch: Zoo unveils 'truly special' red panda cubs
Their arrival is described as a "significant step" in conserving the endangered species.
Fri, 01 Aug 2025 13:03:03 GMT
Watch: The day the Lionesses brought it home and visited No 10
Sarina Wiegman's triumphant team arrived back in the UK, after becoming the first English team to win a major football tournament on foreign soil.
Mon, 28 Jul 2025 21:15:25 GMT
Carol Kirkwood: Why weather forecasters (like me) often appear to get it wrong
The accuracy of forecasting has improved enormously - and AI promises further advances. But there are certain challenges in finding ways to share that mass of data with viewers
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 23:05:58 GMT
Violent Channel smuggling gang's French and UK network exposed by undercover BBC investigation
Exclusive: Secret filming reveals smugglers' forest hideout and cash deals at UK train station.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 16:00:48 GMT
'Facial recognition tech mistook me for wanted man'
Shaun Thompson is challenging the Met Police's use of live facial recognition technology.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:56:10 GMT
Are we getting another UK heatwave or did Storm Floris end summer early?
After a spell of wetter and windier weather there are signs of possible drier and warmer days to come. BBC Weather's Matt Taylor explains.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:06:54 GMT
What are the rules around police giving out a suspect's nationality?
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper says guidance on what police reveal about suspects "needs to change".
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 11:52:54 GMT
Airport runway reopens after emergency landing
The plane has been removed, and Birmingham Airport's runway reopened shortly before 20:00 BST.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:52:28 GMT
Families demand change to parole rules for missing body murders
Relatives of Arlene Fraser and Suzanne Pilley are backing proposals to change the law in Scotland.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 17:59:21 GMT
Fifth person charged with arson after house fire
One house was badly damaged and others were evacuated following the blaze on 28 July.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:36:59 GMT
Irish leader appeals to kidnappers not to harm missionary Gena Heraty
Gena Heraty was among several people taken in Kenscoff, near Haiti's capital, on Sunday morning.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:57:59 GMT



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