Fifty years after the drought of 1976, the images of the 2026 drought will also last long in the memory.

Support Air Ambulance Week, 7–13 September 2026, and celebrate the lifesaving work of air ambulance charities, while raising awareness of the vital hospital helipad infrastructure and policy improvements needed to support patients across the UK

As Parliament marks 250 years of the St Leger, Grainne Hurst of the Betting and Gaming Council and Martin Cruddace of Arena Racing Company argue that the future of British racing is closely tied to the health of the regulated betting industry, and warn that policies which weaken high street betting shops will be felt across the sport

As a fellow Scouse Catholic (and Evertonian too) the social structures that shaped Burnham’s "Manchesterism” shaped my path into international development.

Middlesbrough is the second most deprived local authority in England – effective policing is only part of making communities safer

Britain is building fewer homes than it needs. NHBC Chief Executive Paul Turner argues that funding certainty from government must be matched with a focus on training skilled workers to deliver quality homes

The only postwar MP to represent three political parties in the Commons, John Horam had the rare distinction of serving as a minister in both Labour and Tory governments. Generous and kind, he was an exceptionally sensible, independent-minded man. Words by Lord Johnson

Arcades, piers and seafront amusements offer affordable fun while sustaining jobs, heritage and community life in coastal towns across the country

Within days of entering No 10, Andy Burnham pledged to end decades of drift and fix Britain’s broken social care system. His government is committed to delivering a "National Care Service" that is fully and sustainably funded.

“PR’s time has definitely come – because I think the world we are in now demands a new politics. It demands a new approach.” That was Andy Burnham speaking at Labour Party Conference almost a year ago.

The government's plan to stop foreign money influencing our politics is welcome but must go further.

The Prime Minister may eventually call a snap election. But the case for doing so soon is weak.

Biomethane can unlock Scotland's economic potential, create jobs and support a pragmatic, more affordable energy transition.

I am privileged to be the first Labour MP for Hexham: a constituency stretching from County Durham to the Scottish border, and from Cumbria in the west to the edge of Newcastle.

Imagine a warehouse where fleets of unmarked vans pull up every day. Their drivers break in, load up everything on the shelves, and sell it to businesses around the world.

One hundred days is not a long time in government. It is, however, enough time to test old assumptions.

The government can pull a simple lever to help farmers combat the effects of extreme heat.

Running railways is a complex job - we can't afford to lose valuable experience

It is welcome news that Andy Burnham has made it clear that assisted suicide should not be introduced while the situation with social and palliative care in this country is so dire.

This is a moment to be optimistic. The government's commitment to rewiring the state is a chance to make the London we love even better: a vibrant, modern city where good growth is felt in every postcode, and people are empowered to live healthy, secure and prosperous lives. A capital that not only works better for Londoners, but one which helps lift up people’s life chances across the UK.

Our data shows there is political ground to be won in not stopping at mayors and regions.

High turnout is often seen as a sign of a healthy democracy, but it can also be a symptom of polarisation and existential threat.

With its urgent call to repair and revive the liberal world order, this illuminating book strikes the perfect note for our troubled times

Former Olympian Chris Boardman welcomes Sport England retaining its statutory consultee role for significant planning applications. Protecting playing fields is about more than planning policy; it’s about turning the tide on the decline in children’s health.