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Finance
FTSE 100 Hits New Record High as Mining and Energy Stocks Surge
The index closed above 8,800 for the first time, driven by commodity stocks and positive sentiment from US economic data
Analysis
A Complete History of Britain: From Roman Conquest to the Modern Nation
How one small island became the world's most influential nation — and what that history means for Britain today.
Analysis
The British Empire: Rise, Rule and Legacy — A Complete History
At its peak the British Empire covered 24 per cent of the earth. How it was built, how it was lost, and why it still mat
Economy
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in First Quarter as Services Lead Recovery
The quarterly growth figure of 0.4% is the strongest in a year and beats the OBR forecast, but masks a continued contrac
Politics
Nigel Farage: 'Reform Will Be the Official Opposition by 2027'
The Reform UK leader tells National Herald he expects Conservative MPs to defect to his party within months and sets out
Analysis
The Industrial Revolution: How Britain Changed the World Forever
Between 1760 and 1850 Britain underwent the most dramatic economic transformation in human history. Here is how it happe
World
UK Commits Additional £3bn to Ukraine in Largest Single Military Package
The package includes long-range missiles, air defence systems, and a 10-year bilateral security agreement signed in Kyiv
Analysis
The History of London: From Roman Londinium to Global Megacity
Two thousand years of one city: how a Roman river crossing became the capital of an empire, survived plague and fire, an
Technology
Electric Vehicle Sales Hit Record 42% of New Car Market in March 2026
March's record EV share reflects both the ZEV mandate and a significant reduction in average EV prices, with entry-level
Politics
Scottish Independence: A Complete History of the Movement from 1707 to Today
From the Act of Union in 1707 to the 2014 referendum and beyond — the full story of Scotland's long struggle with the qu
Politics
UK to Hit NATO's 2.5% Defence Spending Target by 2027, Government Confirms
The acceleration comes as NATO allies face growing pressure to reduce dependence on US security guarantees amid an uncer
UK News
Met Office Warns of Hottest UK Summer on Record as El Nino Effects Peak
Long-range modelling suggests the UK faces its second consecutive record-breaking summer, raising urgent questions about
Analysis
Britain and America: An Alliance Under Strain
The special relationship has survived many tests. The current period of US political volatility is among the most seriou
Business
Britain's Defence Industry Renaissance: £10bn in New Orders and Growing
From drone technology to naval vessels, UK defence manufacturing is experiencing its strongest period in thirty years.
Environment
Britain's Clean Energy Revolution: Are We Hitting Our 2030 Targets?
The government has promised a clean electricity system by 2030. National Herald assesses the progress, the obstacles, an
Business
Britain's Startup Ecosystem: How London Competes Globally
London remains Europe's leading startup hub — but competition from Amsterdam, Berlin and emerging Asian cities is intens
Economy
Britain's Productivity Puzzle: Why We Work More and Earn Less Than Our Rivals
UK productivity has flatlined for fifteen years. Fixing it is the only route to sustainable growth.
Business
FTSE 100 in 2025: The Sectors Driving Britain's Market Recovery
After a turbulent few years, London's flagship index is showing signs of genuine momentum — driven by energy, defence an
Environment
Britain's Rivers Are Dying. Here Is the Evidence and What Needs to Change.
Only 16% of English rivers meet 'good ecological status'. A combination of sewage, agriculture, and abstraction is respo
Politics
Keir Starmer's First 100 Days: A Comprehensive Assessment of Labour's Record
From economic inheritance to foreign policy, we examine what the government has achieved and where it has fallen short.
Politics
Reform UK Policies 2026: What They Stand For and Can They Win Power
Reform topped some 2025 polls and won 89 council seats. Can they build a credible governing proposition?
Economy
How the UK Economy Compares to Europe in 2026: The Honest Picture
Is the UK performing better or worse than its European neighbours in 2026? National Herald cuts through the political cl
Finance
FTSE 100 at Record High: The Sectors Driving Britain's Market Renaissance
British equities are outperforming their European peers for the first time in a decade. National Herald investigates why
Economy
Green Growth: The Industries That Could Define Britain's Next Decade
From offshore wind to green hydrogen, the UK has genuine competitive advantages in the clean energy transition.
Business
London Retains Crown as Europe's Top Tech Investment Hub Despite Global Headwinds
New figures show the capital attracted more venture capital in the first quarter than Paris and Berlin combined, defying
Economy
The True Cost of Rail Travel in Britain vs Europe — and Why We Pay More
A London to Manchester standard class ticket can cost three times the equivalent journey in France or Germany. National
Politics
Scotland's Independence Movement in 2025: Where Does It Stand?
After years of political turbulence, the case for Scottish independence is being remade — but the arithmetic remains cha
Politics
Should Britain Rejoin the European Union? A Serious Analysis
National Herald analysis and reporting on should britain rejoin the european union? a serious analysis.
Economy
The Cost of Living: Where Are We Now?
Two years after the crisis peak, household finances are recovering — but the gains are deeply uneven.
Analysis
The Geopolitics of 2025: Five Forces Reshaping the World Order
From the US-China rivalry to the war in Ukraine, the international order is being remade. Britain must navigate these ch
Technology
UK Broadband Speeds by Area 2026: Is Yours Holding You Back?
Full fibre broadband now reaches 60% of UK homes. But speeds vary wildly by region. National Herald maps where coverage
Health
The NHS at 77: An Honest Assessment of Britain's Health Service
The National Health Service remains one of Britain's most cherished institutions — but structural challenges demand hone
Analysis
Why Are British Workers the Most Stressed in Europe? The Evidence
British workers report among the highest rates of workplace stress in Europe. National Herald examines the causes and wh
World
The War in Ukraine: Where Things Stand and What Comes Next
Three years on, the conflict in Ukraine has settled into a grinding war of attrition. The path to resolution is unclear
Business
Why London's Fintech Crown Is Under Threat for the First Time
Amsterdam, Dublin and Singapore are closing the gap on the UK capital's dominance in financial technology.