Browsing: UK News

Tuesday’s UK headlines are dominated by international stories with a sprinkling of domestic politics and royal stories. 

France’s far-right leader Marine Le Pen has expressed her outrage at being banned from running for public office for five years after being found guilty by a French court of embezzling EU funds. The UK media are assessing what this means for France’s far-right, noting that it’s unlikely to stop the rise, and questions linger from the public figures, including Elon Musk, over how much the outcome was politically motivated.

Tariffs dominate much of the global news today, ahead of Wednesday’s ‘liberation day’ (according to Donald Trump). US tariffs are set to hit every nation tomorrow; the stock markets are in panic, and Britain failed to secure a trade deal before the tariffs.

Prince Harry and Prince Andrew are in the news as Harry’s charity row rumbles on and Andrew’s accuser has been involved in a serious car accident and says she has four days to live.

As of today, various household bills, including energy, broadband, council tax, and water, are experiencing significant increases, prompting concerns for many consumers.

Cliff Notes China’s military has initiated joint exercises involving army, navy, and rocket forces around Taiwan, aiming to deter Taiwanese independence. The drills, accompanied by…

Motorists who fail roadside drug tests can continue driving for up to six months due to delays in processing confirmatory blood samples, posing significant risks to public safety.

From 1 April, households will experience significant increases in council tax, utilities, and communication costs, impacting nearly everyone in the country.

Parts of the UK, especially the south of England, could experience temperatures up to 21°C (70°F) this week, surpassing highs in Athens and Barcelona.

Cliff Notes An extensive search is ongoing for an 11-year-old girl who reportedly fell into the River Thames near Barge House Causeway in east London…

The UK government had been holding out hope for a “UK-US economic prosperity deal” that would protect British exports from the tariffs

Cliff Notes An 84-year-old man, attacked by an XL bully dog in Warrington on 24 February, has died from his injuries after weeks of medical…

The US President suggested his next round of tariff announcements, expected on Wednesday, will hit all countries, rather than just those who sell more goods to the US than they buy. 

Cliff Notes Finnish President Alexander Stubb advocates for a complete ceasefire in Ukraine on 20 April, marking a deadline linked to Easter and Donald Trump’s…

Prince Harry has been accused of bullying and harassment by the chairperson of the charity Sentebale, which Harry co-founded. Dr Sophie Chandauka gave an interview over the weekend where she said since Harry’s Netflix deal interfered with a planned Sentebale fundraiser and an incident with Harry’s wife Meghan became a source of friction. Chandauka says Harry – and the board who all resigned – are trying to force her out.

The global stock markets have reacted to Trump’s comments over the weekend as he is set to announce a raft of new tariffs that will affect every country. Asian markets have fallen, and European markets opened down.


Expect much of this week’s news to be dominated by the US President as his new tariffs are set to hit this Wednesday, he’s announced he might consider a third term as president (despite US law only allowing for two) and he’s told Russian president Putin he has to agree to a ceasefire in a month or face more tariffs.

Western Mail front page this morning, 31/03/2025:

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Stock markets in Asia and Europe have declined sharply as the 2 April implementation of US tariffs on imports approaches, with Japan’s Nikkei index dropping nearly 4% and the UK’s FTSE 100 reaching a two-week low.

Much of Monday’s headlines – in print and online – is dominated by the latest happenings in the Trump administration. As it has been since he took office, there are multiple stories about the US president, his team and what they are doing every day. 

One of the Trump-focused stories today looks at the president issuing a threat of more tariffs if Moscow does not agree to a peace deal in a month.

There’s coverage of the fallout from the resignation of Prince Harry from Sentebale, the charity he co-founded. The charity’s chair, Dr Sophie Chandauka, gave interviews over the weekend and accused Harry of bullying and harassment and says he unleashed the “Sussex machine” on her. 

Monday’s headlines reflect a variety of domestic and international stories, with Prince Harry’s charity scandal and the latest from Donald Trump’s administration dominating many news sites and newspapers. 

There is, of course, widespread coverage of the devastation across Myanmar as the United Nations appeals for more aid and the death toll tops 1,700. 

The sports papers cover the weekend’s FA Cup action, teenager Jakrub Mensik winning the Miami Open and West Ham WFC drawing with WSL leaders Chelsea.

Cliff Notes Ravenswood, West Virginia, illustrates the stark contrast in the US aluminium industry, with a thriving Constellium factory next to the now-closed Kaiser Aluminium…

Cliff Notes Sir Keir Starmer will address a summit in London focused on illegal migration, urging nations to collaborate against people-smuggling networks akin to international…

Cliff Notes – Blackwall Tunnel charges – what you need to know Starting next week, drivers will be required to pay tolls for using London’s…

Cliff Notes Police are offering a £10,000 reward for information regarding the disappearance of Alexander Sloley, who went missing nearly 17 years ago at the…

Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump held discussions about ongoing negotiations for a UK-US economic prosperity deal, with plans to expedite talks this week.

Cliff Notes – Two-tier justice The UK government intends to amend laws enabling it to override Sentencing Council guidelines amid accusations of “two-tier justice” related…

Cliff Notes A 54-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a fire at a former station house in Rushton that resulted in…