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Scotland's assisted dying bill rejected after emotional debate

Scotland would have become the first part of the UK to legalise the process had MSPs backed the proposals.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 00:04    View Full Story...

Ukraine faces missile shortage due to Middle East war, says Zelensky

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, the Ukrainian president says Putin wants a "long war" between the US and Iran.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 07:56    View Full Story...

Explosive meningitis outbreak is unprecedented, officials say

Officials confirm 15 cases of meningitis following an outbreak in Kent, in which two people died.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 21:54    View Full Story...

Dog owners to face unlimited fines if their pets attack livestock under new law

Police will have new powers to seize and detain dogs that have attacked or chased farm animals.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 02:26    View Full Story...

Rayner warns immigration reforms risk being 'un-British'

Most migrant workers will have to wait longer to qualify for permanent residence under the government's proposals.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 09:42    View Full Story...

Temperatures forecast to reach 20C in warmest day of the year so far

Temperatures are on the rise again and it will feel like spring has returned.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 08:22    View Full Story...

Nigeria president begins first UK state visit in 37 years

King Charles and senior royals will provide a ceremonial welcome for Nigeria's President Tinubu on his state visit.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 00:11    View Full Story...

Government admits adoption system 'needs to improve' after BBC investigation highlights failures

The children and families minister for England apologises to families who have received "support from services that isn't good enough".
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 05:57    View Full Story...

Ad for AI editing app which said it could 'remove anything' banned

The UK regulator said the ad condoned "digitally altering and exposing women's bodies without their consent."
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 00:00    View Full Story...

Blackpool, Ipswich, Milton Keynes among nine finalists for UK City of Culture 2029

The nine-strong longlist of cities will receive a £60,000 boost of funding to develop a full bid plan.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 00:03    View Full Story...

Greyhound racing to be banned in Wales after Senedd vote

But the legislation faces a legal challenge and accusations ministers did not consult properly.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 21:46    View Full Story...

Mayors to gain more spending power under Reeves tax plans

The chancellor sets out the government's plan for economic growth, which also includes closer ties to the EU.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 18:26    View Full Story...

Dates confirmed for new driving test booking rules

Only learners will be able to book a car driving test under new rules to make the system fairer.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 17:58    View Full Story...

Man dead in wheelie bin was a 'pillar of strength'

The body found at Cash's Park in Coventry is that of 37-year-old Thomas Niven, police have confirmed.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 18:13    View Full Story...

MI5 to pay compensation to woman abused by neo-Nazi agent

It comes after a BBC investigation four years ago showed the agent used his security service role to abuse his partner.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 12:38    View Full Story...

Inquiry shown CCTV of triple killer kicking officer

Footage of Valdo Calocane attacking officers is played at the public inquiry into his killings.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 18:38    View Full Story...

Gerry Adams says he never held role or rank in the IRA

Three men are seeking a ruling that Adams is personally liable for injuries they received in explosions.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 16:32    View Full Story...

Prince William joins Greg James on Comic Relief bike ride

The Radio 1 Breakfast host was joined by a special guest on the latest leg of his charity challenge.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 14:34    View Full Story...

Mother 'absolutely shocked' to find daughter had meningitis

Khali Goodwin's daughter Keeleigh is recovering after being admitted to hospital with meningitis.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 07:40    View Full Story...

Parents of teen who died in 2025 call for more government support

Helen and Lee Draper lost their daughter Megan to meningitis in October 2025.
BBC News - Published Tue Mar 17 2026 12:56    View Full Story...

Watch: Fire crews fight blaze near Glasgow Central Station

The dome of a neighbouring building has collapsed as ScotRail says no trains will operate in or out of the station on Monday.
BBC News - Published Mon Mar 9 2026 00:53    View Full Story...

UK does not 'agree with Trump on every issue' - Cooper

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has hit back at President Trump's criticism of the UK response to the conflict in Iran.
BBC News - Published Sun Mar 8 2026 11:13    View Full Story...

Angela Rayner's explosive speech reignites leadership speculation

The ex-deputy PM did not name Keir Starmer in her attack on Labour's direction and policies - but she did not have to.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 09:21    View Full Story...

Scotland's assisted dying bill has fallen - what happens now?

Debate on the issue has been ongoing in parliament for more than 15 years but this is the closest legislation has made it to become a law.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 00:14    View Full Story...

Higgs boson breakthrough was UK triumph, but British physics faces 'catastrophic' cuts

Britain is preparing to cancel its contribution to one of the Large Hadron Collider's next major upgrades.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 01:57    View Full Story...

Was response to 'unprecedented' outbreak too slow?

Questions are being asked about whether the NHS and authorities should have raised the alarm sooner.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 08:47    View Full Story...

Actress says being cast as Regina George is 'monumental'

Vivian Panka is the first black actress to play the character full-time in in the UK production of Mean Girls.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 04:25    View Full Story...

Officials reassure parents suspected meningitis case not linked to outbreak

The suspected case of meningococcal disease, which can lead to meningitis, has been detected in a student at a Belfast school.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 10:20    View Full Story...

Scotland's assisted dying bill rejected after emotional debate

Scotland would have become the first part of the UK to legalise the process had MSPs backed the proposals.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 00:04    View Full Story...

Dog owners to face unlimited fines if their pets attack livestock under new law

Police will have new powers to seize and detain dogs that have attacked or chased farm animals.
BBC News - Published Wed Mar 18 2026 02:26    View Full Story...

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