Reeves tells Americans she does not know why they launched Iran war – as it happened Chancellor tells US audience she is ‘not convinced that this conflict has made the world a safer place’ The Guardian - UK · Apr 15
Joint enterprise convictions in England and Wales have soared since 1980s, report finds Legal charity argues ‘job lot’ prosecution approach is unjust and primarily targets young black men The Guardian - UK · Apr 15
‘Little progress’ in stopping drug drones at HMP Manchester, watchdog says Chief inspector for England and Wales says prison remains in ‘precarious state’ more than year after urgent notification The Guardian - UK · Apr 13
Cardiff stages thriller while Women’s Six Nations favourites show strength Wales and Scotland produced drama at the Principality Stadium while England and Ireland drew a record crowd as the tournament began at major venues The Guardian - UK · Apr 13
Votes for populist parties in May elections will put NHS at risk, Streeting says Exclusive: Health secretary warns of dangers of protest vote as he pitches NHS as key elections battleground The Guardian - UK · Apr 12
Student loan interest could rise despite cap on rates Temporary limit in England and Wales won’t stop many facing higher charges from autumn due to jump in inflation from Iran war The Guardian - UK · Apr 11
UK annual leave: How holiday dates create shorter working week UK workers will enjoy a compressed three-day workweek at the close of 2026 due to a rare alignment of public holidays. Boxing Day's replacement and New Year's Day falling early in the week create an extended festive break. This shift, confirmed by administrative sources, affects England and Wales, offering employees… The Times of India · Apr 10
Reform takes aim at Keir Starmer with new local election slogan Nigel Farage unveiled Reform UK's local election slogan, 'Vote Reform. Get Starmer out,' targeting Sir Keir Starmer. Farage branded Sir Keir the 'most unpopular prime minister in living memory' and the 'least patriotic prime minister in history'. The slogan will be used ahead of the May elections in Wales, Scotland,… The Independent UK · Apr 10
These enormous wind turbine projects would damage Wales – and all to supply the rest of the UK with energy Labour’s deals with private companies will ride roughshod over a wilderness so remote there are no people to defend it, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins The Guardian - UK · Apr 10
May elections: what five politics experts are looking out for On May 7 2026, voters in England, Scotland and Wales will head to the polls. Parliamentary elections are taking place in the devolved Welsh Senedd Cymru and Scottish Parliament, and local elections for over 4,850 councillor roles could have huge implications for local governments throughout England. With all to play… The Conversation · Apr 10
Do these royal weddings ring any bells? Take our quiz and test your knowledge of these high-profile nuptials It's King Charles and Queen Camilla's 21st wedding anniversary today and the Waleses and Tindalls will celebrate 15 years in 2026 Woman & Home · Apr 9
250 dogs rescued from single overcrowded home as breeding crisis worsens across England and Wales More than 250 dogs found a fresh start after being rescued from overcrowding conditions in the UK, where the owners faced difficulties controlling their breeding practices. The RSPCA has identified a staggering 70% rise in such large-scale rescues, frequently linked to underlying problems such as mental health and financial stress… The Times of India · Apr 9
Scots more likely to oppose ban on new oil and gas fields, survey finds It suggests opposition to the ban is higher in Scotland than in England and Wales. Evening Standard · Apr 9
‘No more bending to Westminster’s will’ if Plaid Cymru wins power, leader vows Rhun ap Iorwerth launches party’s manifesto and says he is unconcerned by Reform UK threat in Welsh elections The Guardian - UK · Apr 9
The Times of India · Apr 8 Four people stabbed outside UK train station, 2 held; video shows chaotic scenes Four people were injured in a stabbing incident following “serious disorder” at Tenby railway station in Pembrokeshire, Wales, on Tuesday night.
The Conversation · Apr 8 Why windfarms and electricity pylons have become a major issue in the Welsh election Future plans for renewable energy are emerging as a key issue in the election for Wales’s parliament, the Senedd, on May 7.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 8 Treat jailed drug dealers like radical extremists, says prisons watchdog Charlie Taylor, inspector of prisons for England and Wales, says dealers should be isolated and ‘assertively managed’
The Guardian - UK · Apr 7 Why is the UK government capping student loan interest and will graduates now pay less? Decision to cap interest rate at 6% in England and Wales from September is unlikely to defuse row over crippling cost of debt
The Guardian - UK · Apr 7 UK government caps student loan interest rates at 6% from September Minister says change for plan 2 and 3 loans in England and Wales will protect borrowers from impact of global conflict
Evening Standard · Apr 7 April 7 UK’s warmest on record and hottest day of the year so far A temperature of 24.8C has been recorded in Wales
The Independent UK · Apr 7 The dates of the May Bank Holidays – and how to maximise your annual leave IN FULL
Golf Monthly · Apr 7 Crossing the Line - 5 Golf Courses I Really Enjoy On The England-Wales Border There are plenty of good courses to savour close to and along the England-Wales border, with these five all falling on the Welsh side... apart from just three holes
The Guardian - UK · Apr 7 Mitchell’s Six Nations conundrum: who will be Red Roses’ next Abby Dow? World champions have a large try-scoring hole to fill and a rejigged side searching for eighth title win in a row
The Conversation · Apr 7 Voters in Wales face Senedd election amid confusion over who holds power over what Ahead of May’s Senedd (Welsh parliament) election, many people in Wales remain unclear about who is responsible for important political decisions.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 7 Tuesday briefing: What is driving the record rise in stalking offences? In today’s newsletter: As cases charged hit their highest level on record in England and Wales, a look at what is behind the increase and whether the criminal justice system is keeping pace