Chancellor confirms Budget will be held on 28 October
John Healey said his first Budget would be built on fiscal discipline and would move money and power out of Westminster into communities across Britain.
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Prime Minister discusses trade and security with Narendra Modi
The UK and Indian leaders discussed the UK-India partnership, technology co-operation, the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz.
Toby Howarth approved as next Bishop of Leeds
The King has approved the nomination of the Bishop of Bradford to succeed Nicholas Baines following his retirement.
Households urged to check bills for £150 winter energy discount
Eligible households must be named on their electricity bill by 23 August to receive the Warm Home Discount automatically this winter.
Kingpin Recycling fleet authorisation halved after tachograph failings
The Shropshire tyre recycling operator’s licence has been curtailed indefinitely from 12 vehicles to six after a public inquiry.
First patient receives ZI-MA4-1 therapy at Manchester's Christie hospital
A woman with advanced ovarian cancer became the first person in the world to receive the ZI-MA4-1 therapy at The Christie hospital in Manchester. The treatment is part of a clinical trial testing its use across several cancer types.
Rainibogi wins Fiji’s first Glasgow medal with gold
Taniela Rainibogi set Commonwealth Games records in the snatch, clean and jerk and total to win the men’s 110kg weightlifting title.
GFSL ranked 12th among public sector apprenticeship employers
The Ministry of Justice-owned facilities body employed 76 apprentices as of December 2025, with 36 new starts during the year.
Prime Minister sets out new powers for English mayors
Mayors are to receive a share of income tax revenues for the first time under a wider devolution package from Westminster.
Aviation careers fund opens with £750,000 available
Organisations across the UK can apply for grants to support outreach, mentoring and learning projects for young people aged 16 and over.
Prime Minister pledges new approach to social care reform
Andy Burnham said reform is needed for people receiving care, unpaid carers and the long-term future of the NHS.
Regulator finds serious failings at two housing providers
The Regulator of Social Housing says Aves Housing is failing governance, financial viability and rent standards, while YMCA Thames Gateway faces concerns over homes and liquidity.
Drought declared across half of England after extreme dry spell
Seven areas are now in official drought as rivers run low, water restrictions affect millions and July rainfall remains far below expected levels.
Government opens consultation on equal pay reform
Businesses, workers, trade unions and civil society organisations are being asked for views during a 15-week process across Great Britain.
Small food firms maintain strong food safety commitment
Food Standards Agency research found high levels of confidence in regulation, though some trust and awareness measures have fallen since the previous survey.
Wellholme Park reopens after Brighouse flood works
The redesigned park can hold about 8,900 cubic metres of storm water before slowly releasing it back into the river.
MOD funds studies for new munitions factory sites
Twenty-two companies will receive contracts worth up to £300,000 each to examine potential sites for energetics manufacturing in the UK.
River transfer scheme activated as dry weather pressures Lincolnshire water levels
The Environment Agency says the Trent Witham Ancholme scheme is helping secure supplies while river levels, fish distress and salinity pressures are monitored.
Nowacki wins Jersey’s first Commonwealth gold since 1990
Filip Nowacki claimed the men’s 200 metres breaststroke title in Glasgow, three days after taking silver in the 100 metres breaststroke.
Maude Charron wins third Commonwealth weightlifting title
The Canadian topped the women's 63kg podium at the SEC Armadillo after England's Sarah Davies Smale missed her final lift.
Florence Niyonkuru wins historic bronze for Rwanda
Niyonkuru finished third in the women's 10,000 metres at Scotstoun Stadium, earning Rwanda's first senior Commonwealth Games medal.
HMRC warns taxpayers not to ignore Simple Assessment letters
About 1.8 million letters are being issued for tax due outside PAYE or Self Assessment, with payment usually due by 31 January 2027.
Regulator says strong governance vital for social housing improvements
The Regulator of Social Housing has published its 2026 casework review, drawing lessons from inspections and responsive work with landlords.
Ed Miliband to become UK Governor to the World Bank
The Foreign Secretary will lead UK engagement on international development and climate finance, with Kirsty McNeill appointed Development Minister.