Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note for mental health concerns
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.

Epstein used modelling agent to recruit girls, Brazilian women tell BBC
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Modelling agent used businesses to recruit girls and arrange US visas to visit Jeffrey Epstein, Brazilian women tell BBC.

Minister defends PM's handling of Mandelson appointment
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Documents show Sir Keir Starmer was warned the peer's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a "reputational risk".

Lloyds, Bank of Scotland and Halifax apps showing customers other users' transactions
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Bank of Scotland, Lloyd’s and Halifax customers reported being able to view payments and charges from other sources.

My phone contents were shared with the police colleague I accused of rape
Posted on Thursday March 12, 2026

Police Scotland has been fined £66,000 by a watchdog after it failed to protect sensitive personal information.