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Britain recorded its strongest year ever for solar power deployment in 2025, as households and businesses accelerated the shift toward homegrown energy amid renewed concerns over volatile
New guidance highlights billions in economic opportunities from nature investment

Britain risks seeing one in six young people fall outside employment, education or training within the next five years, according to a government-commissioned report warning of a growing “lost
Transport workers from countries competing in this summer’s FIFA Men’s World Cup gathered at Wembley Park Underground station as Transport for London (TfL) prepared for what is
The UK government has unveiled a sweeping new sanctions package aimed at dismantling the covert financial networks Russia is using to sidestep Western restrictions and sustain its war in

An international coalition aimed at preventing violence against women and girls and strengthening global accountability has been launched at the Global Partnerships Conference in London,
UK shop price inflation accelerated in May, as retailers pointed to ongoing disruption and higher energy costs linked to the Iran conflict, according to industry data that renewed calls for
Britain experienced its hottest May day on record on Monday, as temperatures climbed to nearly 35 degrees Celsius (95 Fahrenheit), according to the country’s national weather service, the
New Diversity Board and court broadcasting reforms aim to modernise judiciary and boost public trust

A major government and judicial initiative has been launched to improve diversity in the judiciary and increase transparency in the justice system across England and Wales.

Passengers travelling into London Waterloo are seeing faster, more comfortable journeys as South Western Railway (SWR) marks one year under public ownership with the accelerated rollout

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400 schools to benefit from new UK theatre education programme
Theatre and the performing arts play an important role in the education and personal development of younger generations, helping children develop creativity, confidence, communicationRead More... -
King Charles celebrates 50 years of charitable work as the King’s Trust marks major anniversary
Charitable work has long been one of the most important elements of King Charles III's public activities. Throughout his decades of royal service, he has supported numerous charitableRead More... -
British Library to open major Agatha Christie exhibition exploring the life behind her crime novels
The British Library in London is set to host a major exhibition celebrating the life, adventures and literary legacy of Agatha Christie, one of the world's most celebrated crime writers.Read More... -
Diwali celebrations at Trafalgar Square cancelled due to storm warnings
London’s annual Diwali celebration at Trafalgar Square has been cancelled at short notice because of forecast storms and safety concerns, organisers announced on Saturday.Read More... -
London to celebrate Diwali with free festival of music, dance and culture in Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square will become the centre of London’s Diwali celebrations on Sunday, 25 October, as the capital prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors for a free festivalRead More... -
England’s national museums to keep free admission for all visitors
Government rules out charges for international tourists as museums receive further investmentRead More... -
UK museums given three months to keep rare Renaissance bronze in Britain
British museums and galleries have been given a limited window to secure a rare Renaissance sculpture valued at more than £4.6 million, after the Government temporarily halted itsRead More... -
Oasis set to return in 2027 with massive 38-date global tour
Oasis are extending their long-awaited comeback with an ambitious 38-date tour scheduled for 2027, taking the iconic Britpop group across the UK, Ireland, continental Europe and theRead More... -
UK moves to keep Stanley Spencer’s landmark resurrection painting
The British government has stepped in to prevent a major early work by Stanley Spencer from leaving the country, giving museums and galleries a limited window to secure the paintingRead More... -
London’s record summer of live music delivers £3.4bn boost
London has enjoyed a record-breaking summer of live music, with millions of fans attending concerts across the capital as some of the world’s biggest artists took to its stadiums, arenasRead More... -
Government blocks export of rare Anglo-Saxon artefact in bid to keep national treasure in UK
The UK government has imposed a temporary export ban on an exceptionally rare Anglo-Saxon metal mount, giving museums and galleries time to raise funds to keep the historicRead More... -
Jan van Eyck’s portraits to unite in landmark National Gallery exhibition
An unprecedented gathering of works by one of the Northern Renaissance’s greatest masters will bring Jan van Eyck’s portraiture into focus at the National Gallery this winter, with all 10 ofRead More...

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