UK remembers London bombings, 20 years on | UK News Briefing WEEK 28

July 7, 2025 10:48 am

(Monday 7 July) – Today’s headlines reflect on the 7 July 2005 terrorist attacks in London. The bombings claimed the lives of 52 people and injured more than 800.

Lots is happening in UK politics at the start of the week, with the prime minister potentially facing a new backbench rebellion, threats of NHS strikes and reports on the new left-wing party to be led by Jeremy Corbyn.

The start of the week covers Wimbledon as Cameron Norrie is the only British player left in the tournament.

UK Braces for Third Heatwave of Summer with Temperatures Topping 30°C

July 7, 2025 10:13 am

Britain is set to enter its third heatwave of the summer, with daytime temperatures expected to stretch beyond 30°C from Friday into the weekend.

British teenager released from Dubai jail after royal pardon

July 7, 2025 10:00 am

Cliff Notes Marcus Fakana, an 18-year-old British teenager, has been released from a Dubai jail after receiving a royal pardon

UK Events Guide: 7–13 July 2025

July 7, 2025 9:23 am

Lots of events this week, with Wimbledon fully underway and Cameron Norrie Britain’s last hopeful at the home tournament. Grab your strawberries and cream and a glass of Pimms for a truly British week.

‘PM facing fresh revolt’ & ‘20th anniversary of the 7/7 attacks’ | Monday’s newspapers

July 7, 2025 9:05 am

Monday’s headlines won’t be an easy read for No 10 as the newspapers suggest the PM is facing a fresh revolt. One newspaper suggests the Labour Party is willing to explore a wealth tax, but it appears more like an attempt to alarm its readers than a truth with any legs.

The prime minister’s plans to revive the NHS may face some early teething problems, as NHS doctors could strike this summer if they don’t receive a pay rise.

Monday marks the 20th anniversary of the July 7 terror attacks across London, and several of the tabloids lead with tributes to the victims and speak to survivors.

Images from Wimbledon feature on the front pages, as do images from the tragedy in Texas.