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Export bar placed on £10.2 million Botticelli painting to keep it in the UK
A temporary export bar has been imposed on a rare painting by Italian Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, currently at risk of leaving the UK. Valued at £10.2 million, the painting,Read More... -
Climbing Churchill statue to become a criminal offence
The UK government is set to make it a criminal offence to climb the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with offenders facing up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine.Read More... -
Harrogate’s cherry blossoms rival Japan’s sakura season
While Japan’s iconic cherry blossom season draws millions each year, a town in North Yorkshire is proving you don’t need to fly 6,000 miles to experience the magic.Read More... -
British Library set for £1.1 billion expansion
The British Library, the largest in the UK, is set for a major transformation with a £1.1 billion expansion project now approved.Read More... -
Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More...
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Rishi Sunak has managed to secure the passage of his crucial Rwanda bill through the House of Commons, overcoming potential rebellion from within the Conservative Party.
The captain of a container ship has pleaded guilty to operating his vessel while under the influence of alcohol at the Port of Felixstowe.
In an effort to regain the trust of disenchanted individuals, the Labour Party has released a comprehensive 24-page document titled "Let's Get Britain's Future Back." Geared towards winning
As Arctic air sweeps across the UK, temperatures plummeted to as low as -14°C (6.8°F) overnight, marking the coldest January night since 2019, according to the Met Office. Bitter conditions
The UK inflation rate has unexpectedly risen due to significant increases in tobacco and alcohol prices, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The Consumer Prices Index (CPI)
The UK government remains resolute in pushing through the Rwanda scheme, emphasizing determination despite a significant rebellion from around 60 Conservative MPs. Illegal Migration
The United Kingdom is grappling with the impact of an Arctic freeze, leading to widespread disruptions, school closures, and travel chaos. The Met Office has issued snow and ice warnings for
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is encountering a substantial right-wing rebellion within his party over key immigration legislation designed to expedite the deportation of asylum seekers to
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has welcomed new data showing London’s world-beating hospitality and music industries are leading the UK’s recovery.
Last week HM Land Registry started providing lenders with direct access to their application data, showing the status of all applications to register their mortgage security, provided the lenders’