Ann Widdecombe suspect not known to Prevent as counter terrorism police take over investigation
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed the suspect was not known to the government's anti-terrorism programme in an update to MPs.

Twelve arrested over alleged right-wing terror threat to UK Islamic event, police say
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the police's response "undoubtedly saved lives".

Briton tells of surviving Spain wildfire in car as wife and friends died trying to run to safety
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

Malcolm Timbrell's wife and their friends are thought to have died when a devastating wildfire tore through their village in Spain.

Burnham cements Labour leadership with backing of 349 MPs
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

The MP for Makerfield is on track to become the prime minister next week after receiving the support of the vast majority of Labour MPs.

Heatwave to intensify in second week as wildfires burn across UK
Posted on Monday July 13, 2026

After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week