Armed forces minister quits after Healey exit as defence funding row deepens
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

Al Carns says the military isn't "sufficiently funded", as Dan Jarvis becomes the new defence secretary.

Chris Mason: Dissent fizzes again at the top of the Labour Party
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

The resignations of the defence secretary and armed forces minister pile the pressure further on the PM's leadership.

Trump claims deal to end Iran war near as Tehran says 'nothing' finalised
Posted on Friday June 12, 2026

The US president says a "great settlement" to end the conflict has been reached. Iran says reports of a deal are "speculative".

Meningitis B vaccine to be offered to a million young people
Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026

The decision for the one-off vaccine programme follows the unprecedented outbreak in Kent this year.

Child-rape sentence reignites scrutiny of UK high street mini-marts
Posted on Thursday June 11, 2026

Rapist Bawan Harwe lured underage girls back to his flat with the promise of free vapes and cash.