World
Domestic violence survivor fears for safety as attacker remains untagged
A survivor of domestic violence is living in fear after her former partner was released from prison without the mandatory electronic tracking device.
Climate
Blackpool coastal protection verdict delayed following safety concerns
Blackpool Council has deferred a decision on installing 17 rock groynes after the RNLI raised significant safety concerns regarding the proposed coastal defences.
Business
Millions in UK brace for higher mortgage payments as interest rates set to rise
Over 2.3 million UK households face increased mortgage costs as the Bank of England prepares to raise interest rates to combat rising inflation.
World
Staffordshire charity launches Christmas shoebox appeal for local children
A new initiative is encouraging residents to donate gift-filled boxes to support local children who might otherwise go without a present this festive season.
World
Charities report rising demand for Christmas donations for kids
As the cost of living crisis deepens, charitable organizations are struggling to meet a surge in requests for holiday gift support for families in need.
Health
NHS to launch world's largest early warning system for child illness in A&E
England’s NHS is rolling out a new paediatric early warning system across A&E departments to help staff identify and treat deteriorating children more rapidly this winter.
Climate
Conservationist Sacha Dench welcomes new UK lead ammunition ban
Sacha Dench, known as the Human Swan, has praised new legislation banning lead ammunition to protect wildlife from toxic poisoning.
Politics
UK Making Up China Policy As It Goes Along Warn Chinese MPS
A parliamentary committee warns that the UK lacks a coherent strategy on China, leaving national security unmanaged and businesses vulnerable.
Health
Counsellors and psychotherapists call for UK statutory regulation
Professional bodies have launched a landmark report urging the UK government to introduce statutory regulation for therapists to protect the public from abuse.
Entertainment
Teenager Sofia Demetriades Wins BBC Young Musician 2026
An 18-year-old violinist has won the BBC Young Musician competition 2026, marking the first all-female final in the event's 48-year history.