UK net migration drops below 200,000 for first time since Covid-19 pandemic UK net migration dropped to an estimated 171,000 last year, the lowest level since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. The figures for the 12 months to December are down 48% compared to the previous year (331,000), according to the Office for National
FA investigates Southampton over ‘Spygate’ scandal Southampton are now under investigation by the Football Association in relation to the ‘Spygate’ scandal The FA is looking at whether charges should be brought, following on from a decision by an EFL independent disciplinary commission to expel Saints from the Championship play-offs and dock four points for next
Classy Aston Villa cruise to Europa League glory in Istanbul Aston Villa ended their 30-year wait for a trophy as they strolled to an emphatic 3-0 victory over Freiburg in the Europa League final in Istanbul. After falling short in the Conference League semi-finals and Champions League last-eight over recent times, Unai Emery brought European
Cheaper food and free bus rides for children in Reeves’ cost-of-living plan Shoppers could save on the cost of biscuits and chocolate as part of a package of measures being set out by Rachel Reeves to ease the impact of the Iran war. The Government is cutting import tariffs on more than 100 types of
MPs call for statutory social media ban for children under 16 MPs have urged the Government to enforce a statutory ban on the use of social media for children under 16, as they said tech companies cannot be relied upon to self-regulate. The consultation on access to social media for young people, which closes next
Drivers warned over bank holiday jams as many appear undeterred by fuel prices Drivers are being warned to expect congestion on major routes this weekend as millions of people embark on bank holiday getaway trips despite the surge in fuel prices. The RAC estimated that 19 million leisure trips will take place by car between
First train with Great British Railway branding unveiled The first train displaying Great British Railways (GBR) branding has been unveiled. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander claimed the launch “makes the future of Britain’s railways a reality”. A Southern Class 387 train in Brighton was given the makeover ahead of the operator’s services entering public ownership on
Southampton expelled from play-offs after admitting trio of spying offences Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs after admitting to spying on opponents on three occasions this season, including play-off opponents Middlesbrough earlier this month. The decision by an independent commission denies Saints a shot at Premier League promotion, estimated to be worth at
Bukayo Saka says Arsenal critics ‘not laughing anymore’ as club celebrate title A jubilant Bukayo Saka hit back at Arsenal’s critics by saying “they’re not laughing at us anymore” as the club celebrated their first Premier League title in 22 years. Arsenal players and staff gathered at their London Colney training base to watch rivals
UK relaxes Russian oil restrictions on diesel and jet fuel imports The Government has relaxed sanctions on Russian crude oil, allowing for the import of jet fuel and diesel refined in third countries amid surging costs. A trade licence, which came into effect on Wednesday, permits the imports “indefinitely”. According to the licence, the sanctions