UK to change law so ringleader of Rochdale grooming gang can be deported
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The home secretary is expected to set out on Monday how she plans to amend the 1971 Immigration Act.

Bowen: For all his bluster, Trump has no better option than talks with Iran
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The negotiating process is fragile and recent US strikes show how hard it will be to reach agreement, writes BBC's International Editor Jeremy Bowen.

Farage denies stunt as Reform proposes August by-election date
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Reform UK leader tells the BBC it is "only fair" that it is the electorate who judges him.

Mason: Farage called by-election from weak position - and it could backfire on him
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.

UK heatwave spreads further north and west as temperatures continue to climb
Posted on Wednesday July 08, 2026

This year's third heatwave is one of the longest lasting heatwaves since the infamous year of 1976.