David Hughes

UK

Appeals for calm as social media stokes tensions after Belfast attack

A Sudanese man who was given leave to remain in the UK until 2028 has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
9 Jun 2026
Politics

Hidden camera found in ceiling panel at government offices in London

The security services have been notified of the discovery

9 Jun 2026
Politics

Hegseth ‘lacking class’ over D-Day migrant ‘invasion’ comments – Jacqui Smith

US defence secretary Pete Hegseth made comments about Europe’s migration crisis while at a D-Day event.
8 Jun 2026
Politics

Starmer calls for return to ceasefire as Iran-Israel clashes push up oil price

The Prime Minister acknowledged the conflict was having an impact on the UK as he appealed for calm.
8 Jun 2026
Politics

MPs question whether troubled Ajax armoured vehicle is fit for purpose

The Public Accounts Committee’s chairman said advice to carry out maintenance checks every time Ajax is stopped was an ‘insult to intelligence’.
7 Jun 2026
Politics

JD Vance blames ‘invasion’ of migrants for Henry Nowak murder

US vice president JD Vance said the murder of Henry Nowak was ‘as tragic as it is enraging’.
5 Jun 2026
Crime

Farage demands ‘pure cold rage’ in response to murder of Henry Nowak

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage said there had to be a recognition that ‘white lives matter’ or society would be ‘ripped apart’.
2 Jun 2026
Politics

Peter Mandelson files released by the Government after demand from MPs

The documents cover Lord Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the US and his activities in office.
1 Jun 2026
Politics

Mandelson file release ‘unprecedented’ display of transparency, minister says

Hundreds of documents relating to Peter Mandelson’s appointment and work as ambassador to the US will be released.
1 Jun 2026
Tech

Milburn warns of ‘shameful’ failings trapping young people on benefits

The former health secretary warned the situation led to ‘incalculable costs for their life chances’.
26 May 2026
Politics

Farage and Lowe feud over Musk’s support as Makerfield contest looms

The Tesla boss posted a series of messages backing Restore Britain on his social media platform X.
24 May 2026
Politics

Trump says he will not rush into deal with Iran as ‘time is on our side’

The US president had previously suggested a deal was close to being finalised.
24 May 2026
Politics

Missile attacks on Ukraine demonstrate Putin’s ‘weakness’, Cooper says

Russia launched a wave of missiles and drones overnight into Sunday, with Kyiv the main target.
24 May 2026
Politics

Starmer ally warns Labour against ‘fantasy politics’ in battle to replace him

Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones said a debate about the party’s future must not distract from efforts to improve the country.
24 May 2026
Politics

Starmer welcomes progress on possible US-Iran deal

The Prime Minister said any agreement must ensure the ‘unconditional and unrestricted’ access to the Strait of Hormuz for shipping.
24 May 2026
Politics

Starmer insists he will ‘keep pushing forward’ as he defends record in office

The Prime Minister said his Government was delivering the change voters demanded in the 2024 landslide.
23 May 2026
UK

Former Tory chairman Sir Jeremy Hanley dies after short illness

Sir Jeremy passed away at the age of 80, his family said.
23 May 2026
Politics

Burnham by-election campaign launch: Labour ‘needs to change’ and ‘be better’

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said ‘a vote for me in this by-election is a vote to change Labour’.
22 May 2026
Politics

Burnham launches campaign to revive ‘tired’ politics in ‘change’ by-election

Andy Burnham hopes to return to Westminster by winning the Makerfield by-election.
22 May 2026
Business News

Cheaper food and free bus rides for children in Reeves’ cost-of-living plan

Rachel Reeves said: ‘My number one priority is protecting households from rising costs.’
21 May 2026
Politics

Cooper leads ‘international mission’ to tackle violence against women and girls

Yvette Cooper said ‘women deserve to live free from fear’ and ‘there can be no peace, security, or prosperity for any of us until they do’.
20 May 2026