A former senior royal was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to his time as a UK trade envoy, a modern first. He was questioned for hours before being released under investigation. The King expressed full support for the authorities, saying the law must take its course.
A former senior royal was arrested and interviewed, then released under investigation. The monarch signalled no special treatment, saying the law must take its course. Police are examining alleged misconduct linked to past associations.
A senior royal was arrested and questioned on suspicion of misconduct in public office linked to historic allegations and leaked documents. Officers searched properties. The King said the law must take its course, backing due process in the first such arrest in 350 years.
An ex-prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and questioned for about 11 hours before departing a Norfolk police station by car. Investigators are continuing their inquiries to determine next steps.
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested at Sandringham on suspicion of misconduct in public office, held for 11 hours and released under investigation. The development deepens the monarchy’s crisis and increases pressure on the King over titles, duties and accountability.
Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office after a morning police raid, then released under investigation. The King said the law must take its course. Relatives of the late Virginia Giuffre welcomed the move. Andrew denies wrongdoing.
A senior royal was arrested on his 66th birthday after being detained for questioning. The monarch voiced deepest concern but insisted due process must prevail, saying the law should take its course. The individual later left a police station as inquiries continue.
Trump set a 10‑day deadline to decide on US military action against Iran, while reinforcing forces in the region. Tehran pressed for a deal to reduce tensions. Oil rose, and the UK voiced caution over allowing its bases to be used.
The monarch said the law “must take its course” after a senior royal was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, questioned, and released under investigation. Officers are searching several properties. The palace signalled cooperation with the inquiry.
The King said the law must take its course after Andrew was arrested at his Norfolk home and questioned on suspicion of misconduct in public office, following newly surfaced emails linked to Jeffrey Epstein. He denies wrongdoing and was later released while the inquiry continues.
Ex-ministers and former military leaders urge the PM to double defence spending to 5% of GDP, calling it a “1936 moment”. They say current plans—about 2.4%, with a pledge to reach 2.5%—are inadequate and accuse him of lacking candour on MoD funding.
Trump withdrew US backing for the UK’s plan to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, criticising the PM. The State Department reversed earlier support. No 10 says the agreement protects security and the US presence at Diego Garcia, as Conservatives step up criticism.
Donald Trump urged the PM not to proceed with a deal over the Chagos Islands, arguing the Diego Garcia base is crucial for UK–US security operations in the region. He warned a handover to Mauritius would weaken Western defence. Downing Street says no decision has been taken.
A former Norfolk farmer has left a £2.5m estate to a pub landlady who supported him after his release from prison. He died last year, naming her sole beneficiary. Her husband said their bond was like family.
The government plans to require platforms to remove non-consensual intimate images and deepfakes within 48 hours or face heavy fines and potential blocking in the UK. The PM will hand Ofcom stronger powers to enforce compliance, aiming to protect victims and curb AI-enabled abuse.
Brooklyn Beckham is regularly seen wearing a rose-gold 2020 Patek Philippe Nautilus valued at around £220k, given to him by his father for his 21st birthday.
Surrey Police appeal for witnesses to allegations of trafficking and assault linked to newly released Epstein files. The Met is reviewing claims that Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor’s former bodyguards may hold evidence, as ministers and MPs urge him to give evidence to Parliament.
A survivor of grooming abuse says her request to meet the PM has been ignored. She and others allege the national inquiry is flawed and tightly managed, breaking trust with survivors. She seeks a meeting and accountability. No 10 has not responded.
Christine Lagarde is poised to exit the ECB early, allowing Macron and Merz to agree her successor. The move, expected before the French election, is intended to steady policy direction and counter the risk that rising Eurosceptic sentiment disrupts the choice.
A drill performer convicted of robberies twice absconded, then posted a video saying “I just broke out” while taunting ministers. He faces deportation. The case has intensified scrutiny of prison security and the handling of offenders awaiting removal.
IFS warns the chancellor’s fixation on fiscal rules is leading to poor decisions and could derail her promise of sustainable public finances. It urges relaxing self‑imposed debt targets that block borrowing for day‑to‑day spending and require debt to fall by 2029‑30.