The Latest Breaking News from Britain

From ‘Go home’ vans to Rwanda deportation flights, there has been a lot to learn, but we can’t and won’t succumb to despair, says author Kamila Shamsie

A "national incident" has been declared after the potentially deadly virus was detected

Strikes crippled Britain's rail network on Thursday as union bosses, train operating firms and the government faced off over demands that workers' pay increases keep pace with surging inflation.

The problems are far from resolved six years on

Wimbledon marks the 100th anniversary of its famed Centre Court at this year's tournament which gets underway at the All England Club on Monday. Australia's Gerald Patterson and France's Suzanne Lenglen were the first champions to lift the trophies on the world's most famous lawn in 1922. Here AFP Sport…

Prime minister claims government is investing more in railways than any other in 50 years

David Cameron was prime minister, Jose Mourinho managed Manchester United and The Neales were number one on the UK Singles Chart - but what else has changed since the 2016 Brexit vote?

Russian forces advancing towards the Ukrainian city of Lysychansk are putting increasing pressure on the surrounding region, including the twin city of Sievierodonetsk, Britain's defence ministry said on Thursday.

Survey of EU nationals shows ‘profound and lasting’ impact of Brexit on sense of identity

Britain’s best-known HIV charity was launched 40 years ago, but little is known about the man who inspired it. The trust’s co-founders, a former partner and a close friend, reflect on his extraordinary life and legacy

The British government set out planned changes to law on Thursday that would make it easier for businesses to use temporary staff to minimise the impact of strike action.