London airport becomes the first in the UK to offer robot parking service Gatwick Airport says the service should work with up to 95 per cent of car models The Independent UK · Jul 24
New US tariff regime could see UK become less competitive, experts warn There are worries that the UK could become less competitive as US imports from other countries will be treated differently under the new regime. Evening Standard · Jul 24
First UK city-wide tourist tax begins – here’s how much it will cost The first round of funding will be reinvested into Edinburgh’s festival offerings The Independent UK · Jul 24
Could Britain Be Drawn Into Conflict? UK Responds to Iran's RAF Base Threat The UK government asserts its readiness to defend against Iran's threats following US military operations from British bases, highlighting the delicate balance in UK-Iran-US relations. International Business Times UK · Jul 24
TV presenter Steph McGovern: Why I’m annoyed for millions of young people She wants children to be recognised The Independent UK · Jul 24
Burnham is acting like he’s mayor of everywhere – that’s not devolving power to local communities The UK is one of the most centralised countries in Europe. Can you imagine Meloni in charge of social care or Macron discussing buses, asks Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins The Guardian - UK · Jul 24
Summer getaway warning as millions of motorists to hit UK roads Temperatures could reach 30C in parts of south-east England on Friday The Independent UK · Jul 24
9 in 10 Europeans would consider moving abroad – here's where they'd go After polling 2,000 adults across France, Germany, Italy and the UK, Spain emerged as the top choice for would-be expats considering starting a new life in a different country. Euronews · Jul 24
Weather mapped: Where temperatures will hit 29C this weekend – and where it will rain Showers are expected across the UK this weekend following three consecutive heatwaves The Independent UK · Jul 24
UK politics: Burnham defends cost of opening No 10 North against ‘London-based’ critics – as it happened PM, on his first day at new base, says it will create ‘that sense of a more balanced country, that big things can be done from here’ The Guardian - UK · Jul 24
Britain ‘in a better place today than we were yesterday’ despite fresh Trump tariffs, minister insists The fresh tariffs announced hours before temporary 10 per cent levies expired The Independent UK · Jul 24
‘Forced labour’ rationale for Trump tariffs met with bewilderment Measures effectively replace blanket 10% tariffs Trump imposed in February that were struck down by US supreme court The Guardian - UK · Jul 24
The National (Scotland) · Jul 24 Iran says UK bases are 'legitimate targets' as Andy Burnham permits continued US use THE UK's military bases are now a 'legitimate target' for Iranian strikes, the country's Revolutionary Guard has said ...
BANG Premier · Jul 24 Prince Harry and Meghan 'take kids to Princess Diana's childhood home' Meghan, Duchess of Sussex has shared pictures from her summer vacation with her husband Prince Harry and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, and the snaps suggest the pair took the kids to visit Princess Diana's childhood home during their trip to the UK.
The Economic Times · Jul 24 Scotch at a discount post UK FTA is only half the story for India's whisky market India's import duties on Scotch whisky and gin have been halved by a new trade agreement. This change is expected to gradually lower prices for imported premium spirits over time. Indian distillers anticipate improved access to bulk Scotch for blending purposes. Domestic single malt producers remain confident in their quality…
Evening Standard · Jul 24 ‘Critical’ climate change transition must be considered in North Sea – Swinney The First Minister discussed the upcoming decisions on new North Sea projects.
The Independent UK · Jul 24 UK defence spending ‘not enough to protect the country’, BAE boss warns BAE Systems boss Charles Woodburn described the current climate as ‘the most threatening time I’ve seen’
Evening Standard · Jul 24 UK ‘ready to defend itself’ after Iran criticises US using British bases It comes after Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) accused the Government of ‘complicity in the crime of aggression and war crimes’.
The Independent UK · Jul 24 Heat health alert issued for parts of UK despite forecasts of rain IN FULL
The Independent UK · Jul 24 England under heat health alert with temperatures set to reach 29C – but rain on the way Yellow heat health alerts have been issued across parts of the country from Friday to Sunday
The Economic Times · Jul 24 Nine UK universities offer online degrees to students hit by visa pause Nine UK universities have partnered with Mosaik Education to offer online postgraduate scholarships to students from Afghanistan, Myanmar, Sudan and Cameroon after the UK's study visa pause blocked campus-based admissions. The initiative has secured 19 funded places so far and aims to support about 50 students through remote learning pathways.
International Business Times UK · Jul 24 Iran Threatens UK Base Used by US Bombers; Could RAF Fairford Be Attacked? Iran has warned that RAF Fairford could be targeted due to alleged US bombing missions from the base, raising concerns about potential conflict escalation involving the UK.
The Independent UK · Jul 24 Trump imposes new tariffs on UK and 59 other key economic partners IN FULL