Britain

Motability black box rules April 2026: new UK driving limits, scoring system, mileage cuts and costs explained. Who is affected, how Drive Smart works and what drivers must do now.

What is known about the new Motability black box rules in Britain from April 2026 and what must drivers watch now

What day is easter 2026 explained with paschal moon, blood moon context, UK traditions and why the Easter date changes every year in Britain and worldwide

What day is easter 2026: paschal moon, blood moon and the real meaning of Easter in the UK

Charles III is set to give Royal Assent to a bill removing hereditary peers from the House of Lords, marking the final stage of a major British constitutional reform.

Charles III has final say as Britain removes hereditary peers from Parliament’s upper chamber

UK weather forecast for 16–22 February 2026: Arctic maritime air weakens, but cold ground keeps ice risk high. Met Office warns of icy mornings, rain and limited snowfall across Britain.

Will Arctic air stay over the UK from 16 to 22 February — and what weather should Britain and London expect

Today, 10 February 2026, the UK records 41 consecutive days of rain. Met Office data shows elevated flood risk across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland amid saturated ground and ongoing Atlantic systems.

How long will Britain’s rain deluge last today, 10 February, after 41 consecutive days of wet weather

Olympics Games Milano Cortina 2026 are under way in Italy. Full Team GB day-by-day schedule, British athletes, key medal events, venues, BBC broadcast details, UK viewing times and how to watch the Winter Olympics live.

Olympics Games Milano Cortina 2026: what defines the Winter Games as competition intensifies

Most major UK rail operators are now publicly owned. This explains which services are nationalised, what is planned next, how nationalisation works and what performance data shows about delays and costs.

What is happening to Britain’s railways and how is public ownership changing services

Lego smart bricks are set to transform children’s play in Britain as Lego launches its SMART Play system in March 2026, bringing light, sound and interactive technology into classic Lego sets

LEGO smart bricks: how the new connected Lego system is changing children’s play in Britain

Junk food isn’t just about waistlines. Scientists warn that just four days of burgers and chips can damage memory, raise disease risk and cost Britain lives and billions.

Junk food: the hidden cost of Britain’s fast-food addiction

Explore the UK’s best cities outside of London. Discover historic Edinburgh, vibrant Manchester, and artistic Bristol. Find your next British travel adventure.

Beyond the Big Smoke: Discovering the UK's Top Travel Cities

What happened on 6 September: Westminster heritage, Britain’s Blitz, Diana’s burial, Camp David talks, harvest signs and famous birthdays from Roger Waters to Julio Iglesias.

What Happened on 6 September in Westminster, Britain and the World