The Latest Breaking News from United Kingdom

Minister's call over Rugby League World Cup UK paywall

British viewers won't be able to watch the Rugby League World Cup on free-to-air TV, earning criticism from a UK government minister.

AAP · Aug 18

Andy Burnham urged to join EU pact to tackle small boats and fix Brexit ‘mess’

Lib Dems accused Nigel Farage’s Reform of preferring to claim they would ‘send in the Navy at taxpayers’ expense’ and than admit they’re responsible

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Tories accused of ‘living in fantasy land’ as party lays out plans to ditch net zero

Green campaigners branded the Conservative’s plan to ditch net zero as a proposal that ‘flies in the face of all the real-world evidence’

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Britain must meet Putin’s war of words with action

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Faced with an increasingly bellicose Russia that is threatening ‘consequences’ over the UK’s military support for Ukraine, a substantial increase in defence spending will likely more than pay for itself

The Independent UK · Aug 18

Helicopter Crash on Greek Island: Greek Authorities Lead Sifnos Probe After Two British Deaths

Greek authorities are investigating a helicopter crash on Sifnos island that killed British newlyweds and their Greek pilot. The UK Government offers consular support, while the probe examines potential mechanical failure and weather conditions.

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

Ministers are waking up to Britain’s gas supply risks. It’s time for decisions

Despite declining consumption, the country will still need lots of gas in coming years but solutions aren’t forthcoming UK risks running out of gas by 2030s, ministers told

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

Prudential gets CCI nod to acquire 75 pc stake in Bharti Life Insurance

India's fair trade regulator CCI has approved Prudential Corporation Holdings' stake acquisition. This acquisition involves a significant equity shareholding in Bharti Life Insurance Company. UK-based Prudential plc will acquire a majority 75 percent stake for Rs 3,500 crore. The transaction requires Prudential to reduce its holding in an existing venture.…

The Economic Times · Aug 18

Needless suffering of unsheared sheep

Brief letters: Fleeces and visas | Reform UK’s welfare attack | Spineless creatures | Richard Tice’s Marie Antoinette moment? | Climate fear

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18

UK Egg Salmonella Cases: 1 Death and 207 Confirmed Cases as Officials Investigate Imported Egg Outbreak

UK egg salmonella cases have reached 207, with one death reported as officials investigate a possible link to imported eggs and food businesses.

International Business Times UK · Aug 18

FTSE 100 holds modest gains with oil stocks up amid rising prices

The FTSE 100 index closed up 7.74 points, or 0.1%, at 10,728.04.

Evening Standard · Aug 18