Burnham accuses Blair of ignoring inequality as he hits back at ex-PM
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

The Labour mayor and by-election candidate rejects the former PM's call to embrace the "radical centre".

Family of mum, 30, shot dead outside Sheffield bar pay tribute to 'beautiful soul'
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Shanice Brookes, 30, worked for a charity and was studying for a university degree, her family say.

Safety warning after nine water-related deaths during heatwave
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

Charities urge people to take precautions after at least nine people died after getting into difficulty in water during the warm weather.

Resident doctors in England to strike for 16th time over pay
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

British Medical Association resident doctor members in England announce new strike for four days from 15 June.

Energy bills to rise for millions as impact of Iran war hits
Posted on Wednesday May 27, 2026

A household using a typical amount of energy will pay £221 a year more, under the regulator's new price cap.