Politics

Serial rapist Andrew Davies, known as the 'Coronation Street rapist', has died in prison aged 69, bringing relief to victims after his controversial brief release in 2023.

Callum Coady was arrested on aircraft after CCTV showed him throwing drink at partner and making death threats at Manchester Airport following year-long campaign of coercive control.

Iranian drone strikes force Dubai airport closure, leaving thousands of British holidaymakers stranded. FCDO advises against non-essential UAE travel as regional conflict escalates.

Drug dealer Chukwuemeka Ahanonu was on prison licence when he allegedly stamped mother Nila Patel to death in cannabis-fuelled attack, exposing failures in Britain's justice system.

Iran's sixth day of attacks on Gulf states threatens global oil routes as Britain faces potential energy security challenges reminiscent of the 1970s crisis.

Iran's sixth day of missile attacks on Gulf allies threatens Britain's vital energy interests and regional stability as Tehran targets the Strait of Hormuz.

UAE government covers hotel costs for stranded global visitors amid Middle East turmoil, showing decisive leadership that puts visitor safety first while other nations dither.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's humanitarian tour of Jordan sparks debate over royal protocol and the use of titles by non-working royals conducting quasi-diplomatic activities.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle conduct unofficial Jordan tour visiting humanitarian organisations, raising questions about their role as non-working royals.

South Lanarkshire councillors face £41.3m budget shortfall over three years, threatening essential services including grass cutting, gritting, and Christmas events.

South Lanarkshire councillors face a £41.3 million budget crisis threatening essential services, with council tax rises and cuts to Christmas events on the table.

Trump faces mounting criticism over foreign policy priorities as polls show Americans increasingly disapprove of his international interventions and departure from America First principles.

Trump faces mounting criticism over foreign policy priorities as State of Union looms, with polls showing 61% disapprove of his international approach whilst domestic concerns grow.

Nigel Farage unveils experienced shadow cabinet with bold policies to restore British sovereignty, economic sense, and traditional values for working families.

Reform UK unveils comprehensive policy platform with experienced Conservative leadership team, prioritising British sovereignty, economic pragmatism and traditional values.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi releases complete list of 300 names in Epstein files, including British political figures facing criminal investigation over links to convicted sex trafficker.

Attorney General Pam Bondi releases complete list of 300 names in Epstein files, including British royals and politicians facing fresh scrutiny over national security concerns.

Pensioner Ronald Lovatt, 68, discussed sexual abuse of five-month-old baby online but receives suspended sentence despite possessing category A child abuse images.

Sir Keir Starmer faces mounting criticism over Lord Matthew Doyle's peerage appointment despite links to convicted paedophile, raising serious questions about vetting failures.

PM Keir Starmer faces mounting criticism over his decision to grant a peerage to Matthew Doyle despite the recipient's troubling links to a convicted paedophile councillor.