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Friday, 13 February 2026 10:12
EU 'the biggest prize', Reeves says
Rachel Reeves has described closer trade relations with the EU as 'the biggest prize' for the UK economy, signalling Labour’s desire for further alignment with Europe. She said that while deals with India, the USA, and…
Friday, 13 February 2026 10:09
Police probe into claims that a woman was sent to UK for sex with Andrew
Thames Valley Police have confirmed they are assessing fresh allegations that a woman was allegedly sent to Windsor in 2010 for 'sexual purposes' involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Officers are liaising with US law enforcement after reports linked…
Friday, 13 February 2026 10:01
Latest vetting row raises fresh concerns over Starmer's judgement
A fresh political row has raised new questions about Keir Starmer’s judgment following controversy over the appointment of Lord Matthew Doyle to the House of Lords. Former Downing Street communications director Tim Allan has stated he…
Friday, 13 February 2026 09:59
Economy grows by worse-than-expected 0.1%
The UK economy grew by just 0.1% in the final quarter of 2025, below the 0.2% forecast by many economists, according to the Office for National Statistics. The figure mirrors growth in the previous quarter, reinforcing…
Friday, 13 February 2026 09:57
Inquests show spread of deadly synthetic drugs
Highly potent synthetic opioids known as nitazenes are being linked to a growing number of deaths across the UK, with 286 inquests connected to the drugs by March 2025. Experts warn they can be many times…
Friday, 13 February 2026 09:54
Synod: Archbishop's first address
In her first address to General Synod as Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally spoke of humility, responsibility, and hope amid significant challenges facing the Church. She reflected that when 'the wind and waves are rocking the…