British Isles
Archbishop Sarah: Easter helps us understand world marred by conflict
In her Easter message to church leaders in the UK and worldwide, Archbishop Sarah Mullally reflects on how the story of Christ’s death and resurrection speaks powerfully into today’s troubled world. Referencing ongoing…
Bishops' Easter messages on new beginnings and hope amid conflict
CofE bishops have shared Easter messages highlighting hope, renewal, and the transforming power of Christ amid global and personal challenges. Guli Francis-Dehqani, reflecting on a visit to the Holy Land, described the severe…
Doctors lose new jobs package as strike goes ahead
A planned six-day strike by resident doctors in England is set to go ahead after talks between the Government and the British Medical Association (BMA) broke down. In response, ministers have withdrawn a…
Hundreds of youths caught up in viral 'link-up' trend
Large groups of teenagers have caused disorder in several UK cities following a growing social media trend encouraging youths to 'link up' in large numbers. In Birmingham and parts of London, including Clapham,…
Vulnerable children exposed to sexual abuse at hundreds of illegal care homes
An investigation has revealed that more than eight hundred illegal and unregulated children’s care homes in the UK, exposing vulnerable young people to serious harm. These homes, often unregistered with Ofsted, lack proper…
Families told to brace for £440 hike in energy bills this summer
Families are being warned to prepare for a significant rise in energy bills this summer, with costs potentially increasing by as much as £440 due to global instability linked to the Iran conflict.…
Two migrants die crossing Channel as small boat journeys decrease
New figures show that the number of migrants crossing the English Channel to the UK in early 2026 has fallen by around a third compared to the same period last year, with 4,441…
Bible Society says its Quiet Revival report was wrong: now what?
Sam Hailes, editor of Premier Christianity, reflects on the withdrawal of the widely discussed Quiet Revival report after YouGov admitted its data was flawed. While the findings which suggested significant growth in UK…
Sarah Mullally enthroned as first female Archbishop of Canterbury
Sarah Mullally has been formally enthroned as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman in the Church of England’s 1,400-year history to hold this role. The ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral marked…
Two arrested over arson attack on Jewish charity ambulances
Two British men have been arrested following an arson attack targeting four ambulances belonging to Hatzola, a volunteer-run Jewish emergency service in north London. The suspects, aged 45 and 47, were detained on…
