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Trinity Ward By-Election 2026: Date, Candidates and What to Know

Voters in Trinity will elect a new Wandsworth councillor on 27 August following Labour councillor Lizzy Dobres's resignation. Five candidates are standing.

Leen Valley Ward By-Election 2026: Date, Candidates and What to Know

Voters in Leen Valley will elect a new Nottingham city councillor on 20 August after Nadia Farhat was disqualified for non-attendance. Six candidates are standing.

When Is the Clacton By-Election?

The Clacton parliamentary by-election will be held on Thursday, 13 August 2026, with Nigel Farage facing a record field of 33 other candidates.

Cyclospora Cases Rise Sharply Among UK Travellers Returning from Mexico

UK health officials are urging holidaymakers to take additional food and water precautions following a sharp rise in cyclospora infections, with most cases linked to travel in Mexico.

Former SNP MP Mhairi Black Lands Detective Role in BBC Legal Drama

Former SNP MP Mhairi Black is moving from Westminster to television with a police detective role in the forthcoming BBC legal drama Counsels.

Jack Charlton’s Son Says £200,000 Tax Demand Prevents Him Inheriting World Cup Medal

John Charlton says he cannot take ownership of his father Jack Charlton’s 1966 World Cup winner’s medal because of an inheritance tax demand he puts at £200,000.

BP Puts UK North Sea Oil and Gas Business Up for Sale

BP has launched a formal process to sell its UK North Sea oil and gas business, which operates five production hubs and employs around 1,100 people.

Plaid Cymru Holds Bro'r Llynnoedd Seat After Reform UK Challenge

Plaid Cymru has retained the Bro'r Llynnoedd seat on the Isle of Anglesey County Council after Jon Paul Taylor defeated Reform UK in the 30 July 2026 by-election.

Joani Reid Restored to Parliamentary Labour Party Following Independent Review

Scottish Labour MP Joani Reid has been restored to the Parliamentary Labour Party after an independent review, saying she was never a suspect or witness in any police investigation.

Andy Burnham Pushes Cross-Party Talks on Social Care as Reform UK Criticises Exclusion

Andy Burnham has called for a new cross-party approach to social care, with Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey backing efforts while Reform UK leader Nigel Farage criticised the talks.

Greater Manchester Mayor Election: Top 4 Candidates' Manifestos Compared

Greater Manchester votes for a new mayor on Thursday 30 July 2026. Here's what the top four candidates by polling, Labour, Green, Reform UK and Restore Britain, are promising voters.