A spokesperson for the Ministry of Defence has confirmed the death of a member of the UK armed forces in Ukraine. The soldier died on Tuesday morning after being injured in what has been described as a tragic accident. He had been observing Ukrainian forces as they tested a new defensive capability away from the front lines. The MOD says the family has been informed and that their thoughts are […]

A Union flag inspired design for UK trains has been revealed by the transport secretary. Heidi Alexander says public rail services will begin using the striking look from spring. It forms part of the plan to nationalise most passenger services under the Great British Railways brand. The GBR logo will be shown on Tuesday and the public company is due in 2027. Patients with a previously untreatable blood cancer are […]

Reform UK is rejecting allegations that Nigel Farage breached electoral law during his successful Clacton on Sea campaign in the 2024 General Election. A report in the Daily Telegraph said a former campaign team member had referred him to police, claiming he falsified expenses. The party called the accusations inaccurate and said they came from a disgruntled former councillor seeking attention. Police have arrested one man and are tracing further […]