The Latest Breaking News from United Kingdom

Stark warning for NHS over drop in number of international nurses coming to UK

The health and care system has relied on international recruitment ‘for generations’ with experts warning that plans to tighten visa rules and cut immigration could ‘deepen’ workforce shortages

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025

Public and politicians left in dark about true impact of migration on Britain because of gaps in data, report finds

The government does not know how many people are in the country unauthorised - with policymakers unable to make informed choices about asylum claims and ECHR, experts warn

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025

Rising racism blamed for collapse in number of foreign nurses coming to UK

Number of overseas nurses and midwives registered between April and September was half that of a year ago

The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025

Cheese-rolling, ceilidhs and crafts: Call launched for UK ‘living heritage’ list

The Government is inviting communities to nominate traditions, crafts and celebrations that shape them for the Unesco inventory.

Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025

The beloved British traditions that could join UK’s new ‘living heritage’ register

This UK-wide inventory aims to recognise traditions passed down through generations

The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025

Young ‘cautious’ over potential reintroduction of wolves and lynx in the wild

Research carried out in Northern Ireland examined the views of children ages 10 and 11, and 16-year-olds.

Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025

UK Government unwilling to support Scottish industry, John Swinney claims

The First Minister is expected to push for ‘urgent’ support for Scottish industry.

Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025

Red squirrel range increases 25% in Highlands following reintroduction project

So far this year, 259 red squirrels have been relocated to 13 new sites in northern Scotland.

Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025

David Lammy says rejoining EU customs union could boost UK economy

Deputy PM joins growing chorus of support in Labour to undo Brexit

The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025

Dozens of delivery drivers to be deported after illegal work crackdown

The drive comes as part of efforts to deter those coming to the country illegally

The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025