The Latest Breaking News from United Kingdom

Paddy Power to shut 57 shops in UK and Ireland with almost 250 jobs at risk

Parent firm Flutter blamed the closures on ‘increasing cost pressures and challenging market conditions’.

Evening Standard · Oct 16, 2025

Over £170,000 in bike parts up for auction with current bid just £2600 after bike company restructuring

German mountain bike brand YT Industries, after closing the UK-based YT Mill, is now selling off all its assets, including the kitchen sink

Cycling Weekly · Oct 16, 2025

'I'd never wear a watch in London': Footballer Jonjo Shelvey blames crime in the capital for shock move to UAE

The former Premier League star, who is originally from Romford, said he does not want his children to grow up in England

Evening Standard · Oct 16, 2025

Experts urge UK to ban cigarette filters to protect health and environment

Researchers say filters do not reduce toxicant exposure and are major contributor to plastic waste crisis

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2025

UK city could become the first to charge higher parking fees for SUVs and 4x4s

A report found that larger vehicles are ‘more polluting and dangerous’

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2025

Children's Books Pulled After 'Spy Dog' Website Links to Explicit Content — How Did This Happen?

Puffin Books withdraws 'Spy Dog' series from UK shelves after an outdated website link inside children's books leads to explicit content.

International Business Times UK · Oct 16, 2025

Do You Use This VPN? Brits Warned To Delete App Now As Bank Accounts Emptied Overnight

Thousands of UK users are warned to delete the Modpro IP TV + VPN app after malware steals banking data and empties accounts.

International Business Times UK · Oct 16, 2025

Crypto worth £67m found hidden in Bitcoin fraudster’s trousers

Zhimin Qian pleaded guilty to acquiring and possessing criminal property last month

The Independent UK · Oct 16, 2025

London’s business leaders call for more investment and innovation to save the capital

Action demanded to halt the wealth exodus and generate returns for the capital at public forum hosted by the Central London Alliance

Evening Standard · Oct 16, 2025

Reform UK accused of sowing division in Wales in rowdy TV byelection debate

Party leading latest opinion poll comes under fire for ‘weaponising’ immigration as candidates in Caerphilly clash

The Guardian - UK · Oct 16, 2025