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Rare 18th-century ‘Shock Dog’ sculpture by Anne Damer faces possible export from the UK
A rare 18th-century terracotta sculpture of a dog by pioneering British artist Anne Seymour Damer has been placed under a temporary export bar, amid concerns it could leave the UK unless aRead More... -
Astronomers Take Over: hands-on space gallery and live Planetarium shows launch at the National Maritime Museum
A new space adventure is landing in Greenwich. ‘Astronomers Take Over’, a playful, hands-on gallery led by real astronomers, opens at the National Maritime MuseumRead More... -
UK Prime Minister champions British theatre’s growing success in China during Shanghai visit
The Prime Minister has highlighted the growing global influence of British theatre during a visit to Shanghai, underlining how the UK’s creative industries are driving economic growth andRead More... -
King Charles and Queen Camilla host green carpet premiere at Windsor Castle for new Amazon prime film
King Charles, with Queen Camilla by his side, opened the doors of the longest-occupied castle in Europe for a sparkling evening at Windsor Castle, marking the premiere of ‘Finding Harmony –Read More... -
Karen Newman appointed to sculpt Queen Elizabeth II for National Memorial in St James’s Park
Renowned British sculptor Karen Newman MRSS has been appointed to create a new sculpture of Queen Elizabeth II as part of the UK’s national memorial to the late Monarch, the QueenRead More... -
UK government unveils £1.5bn culture investment to save 1,000 local venues and restore national pride
The government has announced a landmark £1.5 billion investment in arts, culture and heritage, pledging to safeguard more than 1,000 local venues across England and reverse years ofRead More... -
Museum of Oxford reveals 2026 programme focused on community stories, talks and events
The Museum of Oxford has unveiled its 2026 programme, setting out a year of talks, tours and hands-on events that place local people and shared histories firmly centre stage. The newRead More... -
£9m Claude Lorrain masterpiece faces possible export as UK scrambles to keep Baroque treasure
A Baroque landscape masterpiece valued at £9 million has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UK institutions a final opportunity to keep the work in the country.Read More... -
Welsh towns invited to compete for first-ever UK Town of Culture title
Could a Welsh town become the very first UK Town of Culture? Communities across Wales are being invited to step into the national spotlight as the UK launches its inaugural Town of CultureRead More... -
In Bloom: How plants shaped Britain and the modern world
Plants surround us every day – in our gardens, our homes and even in our cups of tea – yet few of us stop to consider the extraordinary journeys they have taken to get here.Read More... -
UK launches first town of culture competition to revive local pride and boost economic growth
The government has officially launched the UK’s first-ever Town of Culture competition, marking a major new push to restore pride in communities and drive cultural-led economic growthRead More... -
Government announces academy trust inspections to strengthen school accountability
New academy trust inspections to boost transparency for parents and strengthen outcomes for childrenRead More... -
Cumbrian animated flood film scoops international science award
A short animated film featuring a red squirrel from Cumbria has won an international education award, shining a global spotlight on how trees can help tackle floodingRead More...

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Today, the Government published the Low Pay Commission’s (LPC) official remit for setting the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) rates that will apply from
Lidl has been crowned the UK’s cheapest supermarket, according to the latest price analysis by consumer group Which?. A typical basket of 76 grocery and household items at Lidl cost an

Thousands of homes remain without electricity and rail services are still disrupted following the aftermath of Storm Floris, which swept through Scotland with winds of up to 90mph.
Thousands of drivers across the UK can now save £1,500 on new electric vehicles, as the government launches the first phase of its £650 million Electric Car Grant (ECG). The initiative, part of

London boroughs are urging the government to reconsider proposed changes to how children’s services funding is allocated, warning that the current plans fail to reflect the true level of need

A fifth individual has been charged by counter-terrorism police following a break-in at RAF Brize Norton, where two military aircraft were vandalised.
Some working families in Oxfordshire are unable to afford basic toiletries despite holding full-time jobs, a local charity has revealed.

Thousands of new mothers and babies are set to benefit from expanded breastfeeding support services, as the government announces round-the-clock assistance through the National

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has revealed plans for a significant reform of the UK’s immigration and asylum appeals process, aiming to introduce a faster decision-making system by the
Millions of UK drivers will miss out on compensation after the Supreme Court sided with car finance companies, sparing them a potential £44bn bill over hidden commission payments.

