British Isles

Labour civil war erupts over possible Heathrow expansion

23 Jan 2025
A rift within the Labour Party has surfaced over reported plans by Rachel Reeves to approve a third runway at Heathrow and expand operations at Gatwick and Luton airports. While she emphasises economic growth as the…

Treat eating disorders as an emergency, say MPs

23 Jan 2025
The parliamentary group on eating disorders has declared an emergency, citing 'woefully inadequate care' for those affected. Conditions like anorexia and bulimia have surged in recent years, with 12% of 17- to 19-year-olds and nearly 21%…

Christians challenge school VAT policy in High Court

23 Jan 2025
Christian families and schools have launched a High Court challenge against the Government’s decision to add VAT to private and independent school fees, including Christian institutions. Supported by the Christian Legal Centre (CLC), 13 claimants -…

NHS: patients ‘dying in corridors and going undiscovered for hours’

16 Jan 2025
A Royal College of Nursing (RCN) report has revealed shocking conditions in NHS hospitals. Based on testimony from over 5,000 nursing staff, the 460-page document highlights widespread 'corridor care' which is now normal in England's hospitals.…