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Huw Edwards in hospital with 'serious mental health issues'

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 18:33
His wife said she issued a statement "primarily out of concern for his mental well-being".

Wethersfield: First migrants moved on to former airbase

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 18:28
The Home Office wants to eventually place 1,700 adult male migrants at MDP Wethersfield in Essex.

'This is such dramatic news' - Katie Razzall

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 18:26
BBC News Culture and Media Editor talks about Huw Edwards after he is named as the star at the centre of allegations.

West End ex-Met Police officer guilty of taking bribes

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 18:25
Ex-Sgt Frank Partridge took bribes while policing West End bars and clubs including a £7,000 holiday.

Council tax rises of up to 22% proposed for Scotland

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 18:00
The Scottish government says it wants to create a fairer system, with people in higher bands paying more.

Cricketer hits a six and smashes dad's windscreen during match

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 17:40
Nigel Rogoff, who had parked by the pitch, was sitting in the driver's seat when the ball came down.

Kevin Spacey: Jurors read actor's police interviews during trial

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 17:37
Prosecutors wrapped up their evidence against Kevin Spacey in his London sex assault trial today.

Dylan Scanlon: Mum who poisoned and beat son, 5, guilty of murder

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 17:35
Claire Scanlon gave five-year-old Dylan her antidepressants and beat him to death, prosecutors say.

Teacher strikes: NASUWT members vote for strike action

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 17:10
The NASUWT union says it will consider going on strike in the autumn term.

Public sector pay: Government weigh up 6.5% increase

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 16:37
The prime minister says he would make the "responsible" decision to keep inflation under control.

Boy in court accused of Tewkesbury teacher stabbing

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 16:09
The 15-year-old faces two charges after maths teacher Jamie Sansom was attacked on Monday.

Sir Salman Rushdie says he has 'crazy dreams' about attack in New York

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 15:54
A near-fatal stabbing in New York last year left the acclaimed author blind in one eye.

Thames Water: nationalisation is not the way forward says new chairman

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 15:44
The firm's new chairman pledges to improve performance while Ofwat warns of "deep-rooted" issues.

Taylor Swift fan says her Speak Now vinyl contains 'cursed' electronic music

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 15:24
A British fan got a creepy surprise when she opened her copy of Taylor Swift's latest album.

Nadine Dorries referred to authorities over messages to officials

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 14:45
The Conservative MP allegedly threatened to use her "platform" to find out why she was denied a peerage.

Calling us the Blob is insulting, says top civil servant

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 14:15
Simon Case says the term - used mainly by Tory MPs - is "dehumanising" and "insulting" to officials.

Watch: Moment police storm home to save family from knifeman

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 13:11
Three Hampshire officers are up for bravery awards after saving a mum and children from her ex-partner.

The Twelfth: Orange Order and bands parading at 18 venues

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 12:18
This year's Twelfth of July parades include Ballinamallard, Magherafelt and Kilkeel.

The Hobbit first edition found in charity shop sells for £10,000

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 12:16
Cancer Research UK said the first edition of the fantasy novel was found among backroom donations.

Mortgage payments set to jump by £500 for one million households

UK News BBC News Feed - Wed, 07/12/2023 - 12:03
Bank of England says higher interest rates are yet to hit many homes but lenders are proving resilient.

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