Community
M54 Drug Bust: Police Find Class A Drugs and Cash After Telford Stop
West Mercia Police arrested a man after discovering Class A drugs and £1,000 cash on the M54 near Telford. Read the full details of the early-hours bust.
Business
HMRC Warns of £900 Fines for Late Self-Assessment Tax Returns
UK households face fines of up to £900 for missing the 31 January self-assessment deadline. HMRC also warns of a rise in tax scams targeting filers.
Culture
Peaky Blinders Creator Reveals Plans for A Thousand Blows Season 2
Steven Knight, creator of Peaky Blinders, discusses his strategy for the second season of Disney+ hit A Thousand Blows, including character development and the real-life inspirations. Premieres 9 January.
Politics
Labour Government 'Work Underway' on WASPI Compensation Decision
The Labour government is reconsidering DWP compensation for WASPI women. Pensions Minister confirms work is underway following new information. Read the latest update.
Transport
Sport
Health
Five injured in Newton Community Hospital attack
A 20-year-old man has been arrested after five people were assaulted at Newton Community Hospital in Merseyside. Police are investigating the incident.
UKHSA Recommends Masks as Winter Viruses Spike
The UK Health Security Agency advises wearing face coverings in crowded spaces to curb flu, COVID-19, and a 'mega-virus'. Learn how this voluntary measure can protect the NHS and vulnerable people.
Mystery 'Mega-Virus' Sweeps UK with Severe Flu Symptoms
A severe, unidentified respiratory virus is causing a major surge in UK cases. Doctors report extreme fatigue and persistent coughs. Learn the key symptoms and NHS advice.
700,000 benefit awards moved to Social Security Scotland
Over 700,000 DLA, PIP, Attendance and Carer's Allowance awards have been successfully transferred from DWP to Social Security Scotland. Find out what this means for claimants.
Working Ponies Return to UK Farm for Disability Support
Diagrama Foundation reintroduces working ponies to its 100-acre West Sussex care farm, blending historical practices with modern support for adults with learning disabilities and autism.