England

UK economy records strongest quarterly growth in a year

The UK economy has recorded the strongest quarterly growth in a year over the first three months of 2026 with a surprise spurt in activity after the Iran war began, figures show.

Pink Floyd rainbow prism effect coins launched by The Royal Mint

Commemorative coins celebrating Pink Floyd are being launched by The Royal Mint, celebrating the band’s enduring legacy.

Regional divide as house prices came under increased pressure in April report

House prices came under increased pressure in April, with signs of a widening regional divide, according to surveyors.

Tree deserts exposing millions to heat pollution and ill health charity

Millions of people in UK towns and cities are living in “tree deserts”, with not enough trees to protect them from air pollution, heat, stress and ill health, campaigners warn.

Worlds first laughing gas breathalyser being trialled by two UK police forces

The world’s first roadside laughing gas breathalyser is being trialled by two police forces in the south of England.

Levy Not in a million years did I think Spurs would be in relegation scrap

Daniel Levy has said “not in a million years” did he see signs during his time as Tottenham Hotspur chairman that the club might end up in a relegation battle.