Community
Britain First Birmingham Rally Route and Counter-Protest Times Revealed
Far-right group Britain First plans a Birmingham rally on June 20, with a counter-protest set for earlier that day. Details on routes and times.
Business
DWP Urged to Replace Triple Lock with Smoothed Earnings Link
Conservative heavyweights call for scrapping the state pension triple lock, proposing a smoothed earnings link to free up billions for defence spending by 2050.
Culture
Culture and Sport Key to Prosperous Wales, Says New Minister Heledd Fychan
Wales' culture and sport minister Heledd Fychan outlines priorities, emphasizing arts and sport in preventative health, calls for broadcasting devolution.
Politics
Extra Bank Holiday for England Proposed After World Cup Win
MPs propose an extra bank holiday in England on July 20, 2026, if the national team wins the FIFA World Cup, following a 4-2 victory over Croatia.
Sport
Health
Seven-Day Rule May Cut Winter Fuel Payment to £0
State pensioners risk losing up to £300 as DWP enforces a seven-day qualifying week. Changes in circumstances during September 21-27 could reduce payment to £0.
DWP Sends £115 Letters to Pensioners Born Before April 1960
The DWP is sending letters to state pensioners born before April 1960, urging them to claim Pension Credit worth up to £115 per week.
DWP: Major Timms Review Update for PIP Claimants in July
The DWP confirms the Timms Review on PIP will report before July 16, with a final report by year-end. Pat McFadden updates the Work and Pensions Committee.
NHS Medicine Shortages: Three Common Drugs at Risk
NHS faces record medicine shortages affecting painkillers, epilepsy drugs, and HRT. Pharmacists warn of serious patient safety risks as supplies dwindle.
Check Your EHIC or GHIC Now or Face Costly Medical Bills
Millions of holidaymakers urged to check EHIC or GHIC expiry dates as over 2 million cards set to expire in 2026, risking significant medical costs abroad.
UK Geography Quiz: How Well Do You Know Britain?
Rivers, mountains, capitals and landmarks across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Test your knowledge of UK geography from Land's End to Ben Nevis.
