Will Starmer's plan for defence help UK hit Nato's spending target?
Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026

BBC Verify looks at what the big numbers around the Defence Investment Plan mean for spending on the military and hitting the government's pledges.

Government promises to act on maternity care failings which 'shame our society'
Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026

An independent inquiry has found "unacceptable racism and discrimination" is affecting patient safety.

Manhunt after bomb injures Ukrainian oligarch in Monaco
Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026

The blast was caused by an explosive device which appeared to contain bolts and pellets, the head of Monaco's government said.

Government 'cannot deport' grooming gang ringleader
Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026

A 55-year-old law means the government has no legal powers to remove Shabir Ahmed from the UK.

Burnham plans to work some days in Manchester as PM
Posted on Tuesday June 30, 2026

The ex-Greater Manchester mayor plans a new No 10 unit in the city if he becomes Labour's next leader.