9 April 2026

Getty Images A man holds a post-Brexit United Kingdom issued passport - the British passport is now a non-EU passport with a blue cover and a gold Royal crest.
Politics

UK Online Passport Application Fees Set to Exceed £100

The cost of applying for a UK passport online is poised to surpass the £100 mark for the first time, marking a significant increase in fees that will impact thousands of British travellers. The government has unveiled plans to raise the price amid efforts to shift more of the financial burden onto users rather than taxpayers.

BBC An alleyway between a concrete wall and garden fences. The alleyway is full of dumped rubbish including mattresses, fridges, sofas, duvets and other household waste
Politics

Fly Tippers to Face Forced Cleanup and Fines Under New Government Crackdown

Fly tipping has become a growing environmental menace across England, with illegal waste sites doubling in number and some “super sites” holding tens of thousands of tonnes of rubbish. In response, the government is poised to empower local authorities with new enforcement tools that compel offenders to clear their own dumped waste and face fines—without lengthy court battles.

A nurse during the COVID pandemic in 2020. Pic: PA
Breaking News

‘Hellish’ COVID ICU Scenes and PPE Crises: What UK’s Pandemic Report Reveals

A sweeping new report exposes the brutal reality faced by the UK’s healthcare system during the COVID-19 pandemic, revealing critical shortcomings and heroic struggles inside overwhelmed hospitals. Spanning 400 pages, this inquiry delves into how prepared the NHS was for the global health emergency, the harrowing conditions on the front lines, and the consequences for both COVID and non-COVID patients.

Politics

Inside the Rage Machine: How Social Media Fuels Outrage and Division

Social media platforms, once hailed as tools for connection and communication, have evolved into powerful engines that amplify anger and deepen societal divides. A revealing investigation uncovers how algorithms at the heart of these platforms systematically promote outrage, driving users apart and reshaping public discourse.

EPA Mayor of London Sadiq Khan speaks on stage. He is wearing a navy jacket and an open-necked white shirt.
Politics

Sadiq Khan Urges Labour to Commit to Rejoining the EU Ahead of Next Election

London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has made a bold call for the Labour Party to enter the upcoming general election with a clear pledge to rejoin the European Union (EU) . His statements have sparked intense debate within British politics, highlighting the ongoing divisions over Brexit’s legacy and the future direction of the UK’s relationship with Europe.

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