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Climbing Churchill statue to become a criminal offence
The UK government is set to make it a criminal offence to climb the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with offenders facing up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine.Read More... -
Harrogate’s cherry blossoms rival Japan’s sakura season
While Japan’s iconic cherry blossom season draws millions each year, a town in North Yorkshire is proving you don’t need to fly 6,000 miles to experience the magic.Read More... -
British Library set for £1.1 billion expansion
The British Library, the largest in the UK, is set for a major transformation with a £1.1 billion expansion project now approved.Read More... -
Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More...
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The Liberal Democrats have unveiled an £8bn package for health and care services in England as part of their election manifesto. During the launch, party leader
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has announced he will step down after the general election and, if elected to Westminster, will also resign as an MSP.
Home Office data reveals that more than 3,000 asylum-seeking children are currently living in hotels in London. Of these, 64 have been residing in hotels for over two
The Labour Party has pledged to create 100,000 additional childcare places and establish more than 3,000 new nurseries as part of its comprehensive childcare plan.
Salesforce announced on Thursday its plans to establish its first flagship artificial intelligence center in the U.K., located in London’s Blue Fin Building. This initiative is part of Salesforce’s
Labour has unveiled plans to crack down on nuisance off-road motorbikes disturbing rural communities. This policy will be part of the party's manifesto pledges to
The Conservatives have committed nearly £730m to expand NHS mental health treatment in England, aiming to reduce rising welfare costs if they secure victory in the
Londoners can enjoy free 30-minute rentals of Santander Cycles bikes on Sundays throughout June. After the initial 30 minutes, pedal bikes cost £1.65 and e-bikes cost
The annual London Open Gardens event, now in its 25th year, is set to grant access to more than 100 gardens across 12 London boroughs this weekend.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to pledge a permanent elimination of stamp duty for first-time buyers purchasing properties up to £425,000, as part of the