British Isles

Reeves announces £15bn for transport projects

05 Jun 2025
Rachel Reeves has unveiled £15.6 billion in transport investment across England’s regions, marking a major shift in infrastructure funding and regional priorities. Targeting areas long considered underfunded, the funding will support tram, train, and bus developments…

More pensioners to get winter fuel payments this year

05 Jun 2025
Rachel Reeves has announced that more pensioners will qualify for winter fuel payments this year, following the backlash over Labour’s 2024 decision to cut the benefit for most retirees. While she confirmed the means-test threshold will…

Christian groups call for prayer ahead of final assisted suicide vote

05 Jun 2025
Ahead of a final Westminster vote on assisted suicide legislation set for 20 June, leading Christian groups have called for a national day of prayer on 11 June. They are urging believers across the UK to…

Free school meal rule change to make 500,000 more pupils eligible

05 Jun 2025
Starting in September 2026, all children in England whose parents receive Universal Credit will be eligible for free school meals, regardless of income. This change, announced by the Government, is expected to benefit around 500,000 more…