Chris Mason: Questions multiply for the man tipped to replace Starmer
Posted on Monday June 22, 2026

Andy Burnham will have to set out his stall to show how he will deliver on his promises, the BBC's political editor writes.

Can you refuse to work or send your kids to school during a heatwave?
Posted on Tuesday June 23, 2026

As temperatures increase significantly over the next few days, these are your rights.

First drug to delay onset of type 1 diabetes made available on NHS
Posted on Monday June 22, 2026

The immunotherpay can give children and adults three extra years before they need to use insulin.

US eases oil sanctions as Iran denies Vance claim on nuclear inspectors
Posted on Tuesday June 23, 2026

Iran's foreign ministry says it made "no new commitments" on nuclear inspections after talks in Switzerland.

Peter Murrell to be sentenced for embezzling SNP funds
Posted on Tuesday June 23, 2026

The former party chief executive has admitted embezzling more than £400,000 over a 12-year period.