The Latest Breaking News from United Kingdom

Sunak promises ‘whatever it takes’ to keep UK safe amid balloon incident row

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace announced Britain will conduct a security review after a series of objects in western airspace were shot down by the US.

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2023

Brexit cost UK economy £29bn as investment ‘plateaued’, Bank policymaker says

Jonathan Haskel, an external member of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee, said a wave of investment was ‘stopped in its tracks’ in 2016.

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2023

Brit war planes on stand by to shoot down Chinese spy balloons 24/7, says PM

The Prime Minister refused to say whether any incidents had been reported in UK airspace, but said the UK is protected by a quick reaction alert force

Daily Mirror · Feb 13, 2023

Sir Rod Stewart coming to Edinburgh Castle for spectacular one-off show this summer

The legendary Do Ya Think I'm Sexy and Young Turks singer has confirmed he'll host an unmissable night at Edinburgh Castle on Thursday, July 6 as part of a new UK run of shows.

Glasgow Live · Feb 13, 2023

M&Co, TK Maxx, New Look, M&S and more across Scotland announce closures - full list

Here are the major retailers that have announced store closures this year.

Daily Record · Feb 13, 2023

UK firms expect to give 5% pay rises this year amid worker shortages

Survey figure is highest in at least a decade as businesses face pressure to help staff in cost of living crisis

The Guardian - UK · Feb 13, 2023

Sir Rod Stewart announces Edinburgh Castle show this summer as part of global hits tour

The legendary Maggie May and Have I Told You Lately singer has confirmed he'll host an unmissable show at Edinburgh Castle on Thursday, July 6 as part of a new UK run of shows.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 13, 2023

It’s near impossible to pronounce, but this village is one of the best places to live in the UK

Name rooted in French proves tricky for non-locals

The Independent UK · Feb 13, 2023

Skills crisis sees 65% of London firms struggle to fill vacant posts

UK companies are preparing the biggest pay rise in years as they struggle to fill open roles

Evening Standard · Feb 13, 2023

Rocky start to 2023 as Welsh business activity contracts faster than UK average

But business confidence reached a six-month high

Birmingham Post · Feb 13, 2023