John Swinney's 2025 began with pledges on poverty and the NHS but ended mired in a bizarre SNP secret recording scandal. A year of U-turns, tribunal battles, and political shifts defined a tumultuous period for Scotland.
Reform UK leader targets economic woes and 'fanatical' net zero in Greenwich speech, pledging to make Britain a crypto hub and restore national pride ahead of crucial 2026 elections.
A new KPMG report shows UK households are holding back on spending due to economic concerns and high living costs, despite stable personal finances. Discover the key insights.
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025, up 12.6%. Discover the hotspots, London's slump, and the latest property market trends.
A journalist's stay at the Britannia hotel chain, named the UK's worst for 12 years, reveals windowless rooms and a bleak atmosphere. See the full investigation and comparison.
A journalist's stay at the Britannia hotel chain, named the UK's worst for 12 years, reveals windowless rooms and a bleak atmosphere. See the full investigation and comparison.
Discover the UK's strict rules on naming your baby, including banned names and how to change a name if you regret your choice. Essential reading for new parents.
Discover the surprising UK rules on baby names, including what's banned and how to change a name if you regret your choice. Essential reading for new parents.
Britain leads Europe in hybrid work roles, with 42% of job ads offering home-working. Discover how this trend is reshaping the UK's employment landscape and the battle for talent.
Plymouth leads UK property value growth at 12.6% in 2025, while the South East sees sharpest falls. Discover the full hotspots list and regional trends.
Married At First Sight UK's Leisha Lightbody confirms a reunion is coming in 2026 and promises major drama. Get the exclusive details on the fallout from her split with Reiss Boyce.
Married At First Sight UK's Leisha Lightbody confirms a dramatic reunion is coming in 2026, promising unexpected twists after her split from Reiss Boyce. Get all the details.
The UK braces for a major snow event from January 4, with up to five inches forecast for the northeast. Met Office warnings are in place as Arctic air sweeps the nation.
The UK has experienced over 300 earthquakes this year, with Perthshire, Wales, and Lancashire among the most active zones. Discover the seismic hotspots and why it matters for infrastructure.
UK travellers face higher ticket prices as regional airports grapple with 'unprecedented' property tax increases. Find out which airports are worst hit.
New data shows the UK recorded over 300 earthquakes this year, with Perthshire and Lancashire among the most active areas. Discover the seismic hotspots and why monitoring is vital for national infrastructure.
A new survey reveals 60% of UK adults find New Year's Eve overhyped, with 72% preferring a cosy night in. Discover why staying home is the new celebration trend.
Zahra Khozema paid off £30,000 of debt in two years while living in a Notting Hill hostel. Discover her unique money-saving strategy in one of London's priciest areas. Read her full story here.
The UKHSA warns of a dangerous cold snap starting New Year's Day 2026, with amber alerts for northern England. Temperatures could drop to -7°C, posing severe health risks. Check on vulnerable neighbours.
From the Lost Cat Crusader to the Planning Permission Protester, we explore the quintessential personalities that define Britain's local Facebook groups. Discover who's in your neighbourhood feed.
The National Trust's 2025 review reveals how drought, record heat, and wildfires are straining habitats. Discover the impact on species and the lifelines offering hope for resilience.
The British Geological Survey recorded more than 300 tremors across the UK in 2025, with Perthshire and Lancashire among the most active areas. Discover the seismic hotspots and why this research is vital for national infrastructure.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with an amber cold health alert. Temperatures could plunge to -7°C, posing severe risks to vulnerable people. Check on neighbours and prepare for wintry hazards.
The Met Office warns of significant snow arriving in the UK within days, with up to 19 inches possible in some areas. Get the latest forecast details and pinpointed locations here.
The UK faces a major snowstorm from January 7, with up to 19 inches forecast for Scotland and blizzards dumping 4 inches per hour. Only southern England may be spared. Read the full forecast.
Motorists face fines up to £1,000 for breaking key winter driving rules as a massive blizzard is forecast to sweep across the UK in early January. Stay safe and legal.
An American living in the UK reveals the crucial restaurant manners he overlooked, sparking a transatlantic debate on service culture. Discover the etiquette divide.
From President Trump's golf trip to royal tours by King Charles and Prince William, 2025 was a year of high-profile visits to Scotland. Discover the headlines and controversies.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with temperatures dropping below zero. Met Office warns of wintry hazards as cold air arrives. Get the full forecast.
A tumultuous year in UK politics saw Keir Starmer's unlikely bond with Donald Trump, a surging Reform UK, and a Budget bombshell. Explore the key events that defined 2025.