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BP Annual Results: Profits Boosted by Iran War Oil Spike Despite Climate Pledge Tensions
Business
BP Annual Results: Profits Boosted by Iran War Oil Spike Despite Climate Pledge Tensions
The oil major reported substantially higher returns in the conflict period but faces growing investor pressure…
Claire Osborn · 11 May 2026
200,000 Patients Now on GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs as NHS Rolls Out Obesity Treatment
Health
200,000 Patients Now on GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs as NHS Rolls Out Obesity Treatment
The expansion of GLP-1 prescribing has put extraordinary demand on the system, with 400,000 patients on waitin…
Matthew Prescott · 11 May 2026
13 Million Britons Living in Relative Poverty — Half a Million More Than Previous Year
Finance
13 Million Britons Living in Relative Poverty — Half a Million More Than Previous Year
New ONS data shows the number of people below the poverty line increased despite the expansion of support meas…
Natalie Drummond · 11 May 2026
Analysis: What Does the Iran Ceasefire Mean for Global Oil Markets?
Analysis
Analysis: What Does the Iran Ceasefire Mean for Global Oil Markets?
The announcement of a ceasefire between the US and Iran paused the worst of the energy crisis, but fundamental…
Claire Osborn · 11 May 2026
Analysis: Can the Greens Become a Permanent Third Force in British Politics?
Analysis
Analysis: Can the Greens Become a Permanent Third Force in British Politics?
Zack Polanski's party is polling at record levels, but converting protest votes into lasting institutional pre…
Richard Caine · 11 May 2026
Analysis: Britain's Housing Crisis — Why Supply Alone Won't Fix It
Analysis
Analysis: Britain's Housing Crisis — Why Supply Alone Won't Fix It
The planning system reforms are necessary but insufficient; the deeper problems are financial, demographic and…
David Mortimer · 11 May 2026
Amazon UK Warehouse Expansion Fuels Logistics Property Boom Outside Major Cities
Business
Amazon UK Warehouse Expansion Fuels Logistics Property Boom Outside Major Cities
The e-commerce giant's continued logistics investment is driving demand for large distribution facilities in t…
Claire Osborn · 11 May 2026
Air Pollution Linked to Earlier Onset of 48 Chronic Illnesses, Major Study Finds
Health
Air Pollution Linked to Earlier Onset of 48 Chronic Illnesses, Major Study Finds
UK Biobank research tracking 400,000 Britons found that high air pollution exposure advanced the development o…
Andrew Calloway · 11 May 2026
Starmer's Approval Rating Hits New Low as Voters Question Economic Direction
Politics
Starmer's Approval Rating Hits New Low as Voters Question Economic Direction
The Prime Minister's net approval falls to its lowest since taking office, with economic confidence the main d…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 12 Apr 2026
Labour Lead Narrows to Six Points as Government Faces Economic Headwinds
Politics
Labour Lead Narrows to Six Points as Government Faces Economic Headwinds
The first major poll since the local elections shows the governing party losing ground on economic competence …
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 11 Apr 2026
ISA Allowance 2026-27: Full Guide to Tax-Free Savings and Investing
Finance
ISA Allowance 2026-27: Full Guide to Tax-Free Savings and Investing
The annual ISA allowance remains at 20,000 pounds. Here is how to use it effectively for savings, investing or…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 10 Apr 2026
Britain and America: An Alliance Under Strain
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 m…
David Walsh, Foreign Affairs Editor · 10 Apr 2026
How to Start Investing in the UK: A Complete Beginner's Guide for 2025
Finance
How to Start Investing in the UK: A Complete Beginner's Guide for 2025
With inflation eroding savings, more Britons are turning to investing for the first time. National Herald's de…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 9 Apr 2026
Is Britain's Planning System Finally Being Fixed? The Reforms Explained
Politics
Is Britain's Planning System Finally Being Fixed? The Reforms Explained
The government has promised the most radical shake-up of planning law since 1947. National Herald examines wha…
Nicholas Hartley, Property Correspondent · 8 Apr 2026
Britain's Defence Industry Renaissance: £10bn in New Orders and Growing
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 thirt…
Col. James Forsyth (Ret.), Defence Correspondent · 9 Apr 2026
Britain's Clean Energy Revolution: Are We Hitting Our 2030 Targets?
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 obs…
Alexandra Wood, Environment Editor · 9 Apr 2026
Levelling Up: Three Years On, Has Anything Changed?
Economy
Levelling Up: Three Years On, Has Anything Changed?
The government's flagship regional development programme promised to transform left-behind communities. The ev…
Regional Affairs Correspondent · 8 Apr 2026
Keir Starmer's First Year: A Full Assessment of Labour in Power
Politics
Keir Starmer's First Year: A Full Assessment of Labour in Power
We examine every major policy pledge against delivery — and the verdict is more complicated than either side a…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 8 Apr 2026
Keir Starmer's First 100 Days: A Comprehensive Assessment of Labour's Record
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 fall…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 7 Apr 2026
Labour Government Record 2026: What Has Keir Starmer Actually Delivered?
Politics
Labour Government Record 2026: What Has Keir Starmer Actually Delivered?
Two years into the Labour government, National Herald takes stock of what has been delivered and where the dis…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 7 Apr 2026
How to Save Money on Your Supermarket Shop in 2025 — Expert Tips
Economy
How to Save Money on Your Supermarket Shop in 2025 — Expert Tips
Food prices remain significantly higher than before 2021. National Herald's practical guide to reducing your g…
Georgina Papadopoulos, Retail Correspondent · 6 Apr 2026
How to Make Your UK Home More Energy Efficient — Government Grants and DIY Fixes
UK News
How to Make Your UK Home More Energy Efficient — Government Grants and DIY Fixes
Grants of up to £7,500 are available for UK homeowners to improve energy efficiency. National Herald's guide t…
Alexandra Wood · 5 Apr 2026
Childhood Obesity Rates Stable But Remain at Historically High Levels, Survey Shows
Health
Childhood Obesity Rates Stable But Remain at Historically High Levels, Survey Shows
The National Child Measurement Programme shows no significant improvement in obesity rates among reception-age…
Matthew Prescott · 11 May 2026
Channel 4: Government Confirms Broadcaster Will Remain in Public Ownership
Business
Channel 4: Government Confirms Broadcaster Will Remain in Public Ownership
Ministers dropped plans to privatise Channel 4 that had been advanced by the previous government, confirming i…
David Mortimer · 11 May 2026
Buy-to-Let Landlords Selling at Record Rate as Sector Faces Multiple Pressures
Finance
Buy-to-Let Landlords Selling at Record Rate as Sector Faces Multiple Pressures
Higher mortgage rates, increased regulatory requirements and tax changes have created an unprecedented wave of…
Matthew Prescott · 11 May 2026
Britain's Railways: How the Iron Road Transformed a Nation 1825-1900
History
Britain's Railways: How the Iron Road Transformed a Nation 1825-1900
From Stephenson's Rocket to the great Victorian termini, the railway age transformed how Britons travelled, th…
Matthew Prescott · 24 Apr 2026
The British Monarchy: A Complete History from William the Conqueror to King Charles III
Analysis
The British Monarchy: A Complete History from William the Conqueror to King Charles III
Almost a thousand years of kings and queens, revolution and restoration, abdication and renewal — the complete…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 12 Apr 2026
Britain's Relationship with the EU: The Case for a Reset
Politics
Britain's Relationship with the EU: The Case for a Reset
Three years after the Trade and Cooperation Agreement, the economic costs of Brexit are becoming clearer — and…
David Walsh, Foreign Affairs Editor · 9 Apr 2026
China's Economy: Slowdown, Stimulus, and the Limits of State Direction
World
China's Economy: Slowdown, Stimulus, and the Limits of State Direction
The world's second largest economy is navigating a transition that its model was not designed to manage.…
Lucy Cheng, Asia Correspondent · 9 Apr 2026
Britain's Housing Crisis: The Full Story Behind the Headlines
UK News
Britain's Housing Crisis: The Full Story Behind the Headlines
The UK has one of the least functional housing markets among advanced economies. Understanding why requires lo…
Policy Correspondent · 9 Apr 2026
Britain's Productivity Puzzle: Why We Work More and Earn Less Than Our Rivals
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.…
Prof. David Sinclair, Economics Correspondent · 8 Apr 2026
Britain's Water Hosepipe Bans: What to Expect in Summer 2025
Environment
Britain's Water Hosepipe Bans: What to Expect in Summer 2025
With groundwater levels below average and reservoirs at 70% capacity, water restrictions may return this summe…
Alexandra Wood, Environment Editor · 8 Apr 2026
Britain's Small Businesses Are Struggling. Here's the Evidence.
Economy
Britain's Small Businesses Are Struggling. Here's the Evidence.
Record numbers of UK small businesses are in financial difficulty. National Herald investigates the causes and…
Sarah Pemberton, Business Editor · 7 Apr 2026
Britain's Hidden Gambling Addiction: The Crisis Behind Closed Doors
UK News
Britain's Hidden Gambling Addiction: The Crisis Behind Closed Doors
An estimated 2.5 million Britons are problem gamblers. National Herald investigates the scale of the crisis an…
Sophie Williams, Labour Markets Editor · 5 Apr 2026
Child Poverty in Britain: The Shocking Scale and the Policies That Could Change It
Analysis
Child Poverty in Britain: The Shocking Scale and the Policies That Could Change It
4.3 million children in the UK are living in poverty. National Herald examines the data, the causes, and the p…
Rachel Khan, Political Columnist · 4 Apr 2026
Free Childcare Expansion: One-Year-Olds Now Eligible for 15 Hours Weekly
Education
Free Childcare Expansion: One-Year-Olds Now Eligible for 15 Hours Weekly
The April 2026 phase of the free childcare expansion brought one-year-olds into the entitlement system for the…
Laura Hennessy · 11 May 2026
Council Tax Bills Cross £2,400 Average After Full 5 Percent Rises
Finance
Council Tax Bills Cross £2,400 Average After Full 5 Percent Rises
Households across England face their highest council tax bills in history as authorities applied the maximum p…
Laura Hennessy · 11 May 2026
Food Bank Demand Remains Double Pre-Pandemic Levels Despite Easing Inflation
Economy
Food Bank Demand Remains Double Pre-Pandemic Levels Despite Easing Inflation
The Trussell Trust reported continued high demand at its network of food banks, with the Iran war energy shock…
Sarah Connelly · 11 May 2026
Energy Bills Set for Further Rise as Gas Prices Remain Elevated Post-Ceasefire
Finance
Energy Bills Set for Further Rise as Gas Prices Remain Elevated Post-Ceasefire
Ofgem's price cap is expected to remain well above pre-war levels even if the Iran ceasefire holds, prolonging…
David Mortimer · 11 May 2026
Deepfake Regulations Tightened as Electoral Integrity Concerns Mount
Technology
Deepfake Regulations Tightened as Electoral Integrity Concerns Mount
New provisions targeting AI-generated electoral disinformation were included in the Representation of the Peop…
Simon Harrington · 11 May 2026
Council Tax Rises 2026: Which Councils Are Increasing Bills
Politics
Council Tax Rises 2026: Which Councils Are Increasing Bills
A full breakdown of which councils are raising bills in 2026 and what it means for households.…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 11 Apr 2026
Everything You Need to Know About the UK Driving Licence Changes in 2025
UK News
Everything You Need to Know About the UK Driving Licence Changes in 2025
New rules covering electric vehicles, medical declarations, and provisional licences come into effect this yea…
Infrastructure Desk · 9 Apr 2026
Cybersecurity: The Threat Britain Is Not Ready For
Technology
Cybersecurity: The Threat Britain Is Not Ready For
Nation-state cyber attacks on UK infrastructure have increased fourfold in three years. The country's defences…
Security Desk · 8 Apr 2026
Devolution in England: What the New Mayors Are Actually Doing
Politics
Devolution in England: What the New Mayors Are Actually Doing
England now has more directly elected mayors than at any point in its history. We examine what powers they act…
Regional Desk, National Herald · 8 Apr 2026
Electric Cars in the UK 2025: The Best Models, Charging Costs and Is It Worth Switching?
Technology
Electric Cars in the UK 2025: The Best Models, Charging Costs and Is It Worth Switching?
With ZEV mandates and falling prices, 2025 may be the year to go electric. National Herald's comprehensive gui…
Dr. Maya Patel, Technology Editor · 7 Apr 2026
Energy Bills 2025: What Every UK Household Should Know Right Now
Economy
Energy Bills 2025: What Every UK Household Should Know Right Now
The energy price cap has moved again. National Herald explains what the latest change means for your bills, th…
Alexandra Wood, Energy Editor · 6 Apr 2026
The History of the NHS: How Britain Built the World's Most Admired Health Service
Health
The History of the NHS: How Britain Built the World's Most Admired Health Service
From Aneurin Bevan's radical vision in 1948 to the pressures of 2026 — the full story of an institution that d…
Dr. Priya Sharma, Health Correspondent · 11 Apr 2026
The History of British Democracy: From Magna Carta to Modern Parliament
Politics
The History of British Democracy: From Magna Carta to Modern Parliament
Britain invented parliamentary democracy — then spent centuries arguing about who it was actually for. The ful…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 11 Apr 2026
How Rishi Sunak's Legacy Is Being Judged One Year On
Politics
How Rishi Sunak's Legacy Is Being Judged One Year On
One year after the historic Conservative election defeat, National Herald assesses Rishi Sunak's record, legac…
Marcus Holloway · 10 Apr 2026
Holyrood 2026: What the Scottish Parliament Polls Are Showing
Politics
Holyrood 2026: What the Scottish Parliament Polls Are Showing
The SNP faces its toughest Holyrood election in twenty years as Labour and Reform UK compete for second place…
Tom Ashworth · 11 May 2026
A Complete History of Britain: From Roman Conquest to the Modern Nation
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 toda…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 12 Apr 2026
The History of the English Language: From Anglo-Saxon to Global Tongue
Analysis
The History of the English Language: From Anglo-Saxon to Global Tongue
How a dialect spoken by a few thousand Germanic settlers became the world's lingua franca — and what that hist…
Prof. Helen Murphy, Education Editor · 12 Apr 2026
The British Working Class: A History of Labour, Struggle and Solidarity
Analysis
The British Working Class: A History of Labour, Struggle and Solidarity
The story of how ordinary British workers organised, fought, and gradually transformed the conditions of their…
Sophie Williams, Labour Markets Editor · 11 Apr 2026
The British Empire: Rise, Rule and Legacy — A Complete History
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…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 12 Apr 2026
Scottish Independence: A Complete History of the Movement from 1707 to Today
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 w…
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Editor · 11 Apr 2026
Has Austerity Actually Ended? A Forensic Look at UK Public Spending
Analysis
Has Austerity Actually Ended? A Forensic Look at UK Public Spending
The government says austerity is over. The numbers tell a more complicated story. National Herald's forensic e…
Elizabeth Chen, Economics Editor · 9 Apr 2026
How Brexit Has Really Changed UK Food and Drink Four Years On
Economy
How Brexit Has Really Changed UK Food and Drink Four Years On
Four years after the Brexit transition ended, National Herald examines the measurable impact on what Britons e…
Georgina Papadopoulos · 9 Apr 2026
House of Lords Reform: The Bill That Could Change Britain Forever
Politics
House of Lords Reform: The Bill That Could Change Britain Forever
A cross-party coalition is advancing the most ambitious reform of the upper chamber in a century, but oppositi…
James Mitchell, Westminster Correspondent · 7 Apr 2026
How the National Living Wage Rise Is Affecting Small UK Businesses
Business
How the National Living Wage Rise Is Affecting Small UK Businesses
The National Living Wage increased to £12.21 per hour in April 2025. National Herald examines the real-world i…
Sarah Pemberton, Business Editor · 7 Apr 2026
How to Get on the Property Ladder in 2025 With a Small Deposit
Finance
How to Get on the Property Ladder in 2025 With a Small Deposit
Getting on the property ladder with a 5% or 10% deposit is hard but not impossible. National Herald's guide to…
Nicholas Hartley, Property Correspondent · 6 Apr 2026
How Much Do MPs Actually Earn? Salaries, Expenses and Outside Interests
Politics
How Much Do MPs Actually Earn? Salaries, Expenses and Outside Interests
MPs' salaries, expenses, and second incomes remain controversial. National Herald's transparent guide to what …
Marcus Holloway · 5 Apr 2026
London Retains Crown as Europe's Top Tech Investment Hub Despite Global Headwinds
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 combine…
Sarah Pemberton, Technology Correspondent · 6 Apr 2026
Is the UK Tech Sector in Trouble? Inside the London Tech Slowdown
Technology
Is the UK Tech Sector in Trouble? Inside the London Tech Slowdown
After years of explosive growth, London's tech sector is experiencing a reset. National Herald examines what's…
Sarah Pemberton, Business Editor · 5 Apr 2026
Is Working From Home Killing City Centres? The Evidence After Five Years
Analysis
Is Working From Home Killing City Centres? The Evidence After Five Years
Five years after the pandemic transformed working patterns, National Herald examines the long-term consequence…
Sophie Williams, Labour Markets Editor · 3 Apr 2026
Northern Ireland: Post-Brexit Trade Flows Show Windsor Framework Bedding In
UK News
Northern Ireland: Post-Brexit Trade Flows Show Windsor Framework Bedding In
Data from HMRC and Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency shows trade patterns adjusting to the post-…
Helen Stokes · 11 May 2026
Nigel Farage and Reform UK: Can the Party Win a General Election?
Politics
Nigel Farage and Reform UK: Can the Party Win a General Election?
Reform UK has defied predictions before. National Herald examines whether 2029 could be its moment — and what …
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 9 Apr 2026
Waiting Times on the NHS: The Full Picture Behind the Statistics
UK News
Waiting Times on the NHS: The Full Picture Behind the Statistics
Seven million people on NHS waiting lists. But the headline number misses the real story. National Herald exam…
Dr. Priya Sharma, Health Correspondent · 9 Apr 2026
NHS Dentistry Crisis 2026: Why You Can't Get an NHS Dentist and What to Do
Health
NHS Dentistry Crisis 2026: Why You Can't Get an NHS Dentist and What to Do
Finding an NHS dentist accepting new patients remains virtually impossible in much of England. National Herald…
Dr. Priya Sharma, Health Correspondent · 7 Apr 2026
NHS Staff Accept 5.5% Pay Deal Ending Threat of Summer Strike Action
Health
NHS Staff Accept 5.5% Pay Deal Ending Threat of Summer Strike Action
Nurses, paramedics and other NHS staff vote to accept the offer, which the government says is the highest real…
Dr. Priya Sharma, Health Correspondent · 12 Apr 2026
NHS Waiting List Falls Below Six Million for First Time Since 2022
Health
NHS Waiting List Falls Below Six Million for First Time Since 2022
Health Secretary hails the milestone as evidence of the recovery plan working, but the 18-week target remains …
Dr. Priya Sharma, Health Correspondent · 11 Apr 2026
Reform UK Consolidates Council Presence with Gains in May By-Elections
Politics
Reform UK Consolidates Council Presence with Gains in May By-Elections
Three council by-election victories in a single week represent a significant milestone for a party that had no…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 11 Apr 2026
£50 Million Government Investment in UK Defence Drone Sector Announced
Technology
£50 Million Government Investment in UK Defence Drone Sector Announced
The funding is designed to accelerate domestic production capacity and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers …
Emily Baxter · 11 May 2026
Nigel Farage: 'Reform Will Be the Official Opposition by 2027'
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 an…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 12 Apr 2026
Reform UK Policies 2026: What They Stand For and Can They Win Power
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?…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 7 Apr 2026
School League Tables 2026: How to Find the Best School for Your Child
Education
School League Tables 2026: How to Find the Best School for Your Child
How to use school league tables, Ofsted reports, and Progress 8 scores to find the best secondary school for y…
Prof. Helen Murphy, Education Editor · 4 Apr 2026
School Uniform Legislation: Government Pushes Back Against House of Lords Amendments
Education
School Uniform Legislation: Government Pushes Back Against House of Lords Amendments
Parliament considers changes to school uniform rules following Lords proposals to require schools to publish t…
Oliver Fenton · 11 May 2026
Scottish Independence Polling Reaches 52% in Favour — Highest Since 2021
Politics
Scottish Independence Polling Reaches 52% in Favour — Highest Since 2021
Rising support for independence is driven by younger voters and those who voted Remain in the 2016 Brexit refe…
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Editor · 11 Apr 2026
What the 2026 Spring Budget Means for Every UK Household
UK News
What the 2026 Spring Budget Means for Every UK Household
The 2026 Spring Budget is here. We break down every change to taxes, benefits, and public spending — and what …
Elizabeth Chen, Economics Editor · 10 Apr 2026
Scotland's New Independence Strategy: What Happened After the 2024 Election
Politics
Scotland's New Independence Strategy: What Happened After the 2024 Election
The SNP's disappointing 2024 result forced a rethink of independence strategy. National Herald examines where …
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Correspondent · 5 Apr 2026
State Pension 2026: New Rates, Changes, and Who Qualifies
Finance
State Pension 2026: New Rates, Changes, and Who Qualifies
The new state pension rate for 2026-27 has been confirmed. National Herald explains the triple lock, who quali…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 7 Apr 2026
UK Small Business Grants 2026: Free Funding Available Right Now
Business
UK Small Business Grants 2026: Free Funding Available Right Now
Unlike loans, grants do not need to be repaid. Here are the main grants available to UK small businesses in 20…
Sarah Pemberton, Business Editor · 8 Apr 2026
Tackling Tax Avoidance: Why Every Government Promises and Fails
Finance
Tackling Tax Avoidance: Why Every Government Promises and Fails
National Herald analysis and reporting on tackling tax avoidance: why every government promises and fails.…
Elizabeth Chen · 6 Apr 2026
Teachers' Pay Award Confirmed at 4% for 2026/27 as Unions Warn of Retention Crisis
Education
Teachers' Pay Award Confirmed at 4% for 2026/27 as Unions Warn of Retention Crisis
The below-inflation settlement for English schools is accepted by some unions but condemned by others as inade…
Simon Harrington · 11 May 2026
The British Empire: Rise, Reach and the Reckoning With Its Legacy
History
The British Empire: Rise, Reach and the Reckoning With Its Legacy
At its peak in 1920, the British Empire covered a quarter of the world's land surface and governed a quarter o…
Oliver Fenton · 23 Apr 2026
The British Trade Union Movement: From Tolpuddle to the General Strike
History
The British Trade Union Movement: From Tolpuddle to the General Strike
The history of British trade unionism — from the transportation of six Dorset farm labourers in 1834 to the ni…
Simon Harrington · 23 Apr 2026
The Chartist Movement: Britain's First Mass Democratic Campaign
History
The Chartist Movement: Britain's First Mass Democratic Campaign
Between 1838 and 1858, the Chartists mounted the most significant popular challenge to the British establishme…
James Whitfield · 23 Apr 2026
The English Civil War: How Britain Executed a King and Invented Parliamentary Democracy
History
The English Civil War: How Britain Executed a King and Invented Parliamentary Democracy
Between 1642 and 1651, England tore itself apart in a conflict that ended with the execution of Charles I and …
David Mortimer · 23 Apr 2026
The Glorious Revolution of 1688: How Britain Established Constitutional Monarchy
History
The Glorious Revolution of 1688: How Britain Established Constitutional Monarchy
When Parliament invited William of Orange to replace James II, it settled forever the question of who held ult…
James Whitfield · 23 Apr 2026
The Magna Carta of 1215: Birth of the Rule of Law in England
History
The Magna Carta of 1215: Birth of the Rule of Law in England
Forced upon King John at Runnymede by rebellious barons, the Great Charter established the revolutionary princ…
Richard Caine · 23 Apr 2026
The Slave Trade and Abolition: Britain's Darkest Commerce and Its End
History
The Slave Trade and Abolition: Britain's Darkest Commerce and Its End
For over 200 years Britain was the world's leading slave trader; understanding the movement that ended it is e…
Andrew Calloway · 22 Apr 2026
The Suffragette Movement: How British Women Won the Vote
History
The Suffragette Movement: How British Women Won the Vote
From Emily Davison's fatal dash onto the Epsom Derby racecourse to the Parliament Square hunger strikes, the c…
Matthew Prescott · 22 Apr 2026
Government Unveils AI Regulation Framework as Tech Firms Warn of Brain Drain
Technology
Government Unveils AI Regulation Framework as Tech Firms Warn of Brain Drain
The framework creates binding rules for the highest-risk AI applications while preserving regulatory flexibili…
Dr. Maya Patel, Technology Editor · 11 Apr 2026
The Best ISA Rates in 2025 and How to Make the Most of Your Allowance
Finance
The Best ISA Rates in 2025 and How to Make the Most of Your Allowance
With the annual ISA allowance of £20,000 and rates at multi-year highs, this is the guide to making the most o…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 10 Apr 2026
The NHS App Revolution: How Digital Healthcare Is Transforming Your Doctor's Surgery
Health
The NHS App Revolution: How Digital Healthcare Is Transforming Your Doctor's Surgery
The NHS app now has 33 million registered users. National Herald examines how digital tools are changing the G…
Dr. Priya Sharma · 10 Apr 2026
The UK-US Trade Deal: What Britain Stands to Gain — and Lose
World
The UK-US Trade Deal: What Britain Stands to Gain — and Lose
Negotiations on a UK-US trade deal have intensified. National Herald examines what Britain would gain, what it…
David Walsh, Foreign Affairs Editor · 9 Apr 2026
The UK's Food Bank Explosion: How 3,000 Emergency Food Services Changed Britain
UK News
The UK's Food Bank Explosion: How 3,000 Emergency Food Services Changed Britain
Britain now has more food banks than McDonald's restaurants. National Herald traces the rise of emergency food…
Rachel Khan · 9 Apr 2026
The Great British Manufacturing Revival: Which Industries Are Leading It
Business
The Great British Manufacturing Revival: Which Industries Are Leading It
Against the narrative of deindustrialisation, several British manufacturing sectors are growing strongly. Nati…
David Walsh, Industrial Correspondent · 9 Apr 2026
The UK's Fastest Growing Cities in 2025 and What's Driving Them
Economy
The UK's Fastest Growing Cities in 2025 and What's Driving Them
While London dominates, several regional cities are growing faster than the capital. National Herald maps the …
Regional Desk · 8 Apr 2026
The Tories Must Rebuild or Britain Gets One-Party Rule. That's Bad for Everyone.
Opinion
The Tories Must Rebuild or Britain Gets One-Party Rule. That's Bad for Everyone.
Effective opposition is as vital to democracy as good government. The Conservative Party's current weakness is…
James Mitchell, Senior Correspondent · 8 Apr 2026
The UK Benefits System in 2025: What You're Entitled to and How to Claim
UK News
The UK Benefits System in 2025: What You're Entitled to and How to Claim
Billions of pounds of benefits go unclaimed each year because people do not know they are entitled to them. Na…
Rachel Khan, Political Columnist · 8 Apr 2026
The Complete Guide to Working Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit in 2025
Finance
The Complete Guide to Working Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit in 2025
Legacy tax credits are being replaced by Universal Credit, but millions still receive them. National Herald ex…
Amanda Foster · 7 Apr 2026
The UK's Fastest-Growing Careers and How to Retrain for Them
Economy
The UK's Fastest-Growing Careers and How to Retrain for Them
Some sectors are experiencing chronic skill shortages while others contract. National Herald maps the fastest-…
Sophie Williams · 7 Apr 2026
The UK Private School VAT: What It Means for Families and the State Sector
Education
The UK Private School VAT: What It Means for Families and the State Sector
The removal of VAT exemption from private school fees is reshaping the education landscape. National Herald ex…
Prof. Helen Murphy, Education Editor · 7 Apr 2026
The UK Postal Service Crisis: Why Royal Mail Is Struggling and What Comes Next
Business
The UK Postal Service Crisis: Why Royal Mail Is Struggling and What Comes Next
Royal Mail deliveries have declined as letter volumes collapse. National Herald examines the company's struggl…
David Walsh, Industrial Correspondent · 6 Apr 2026
The State of British Roads: Why Potholes Are Getting Worse and What Councils Can Do
UK News
The State of British Roads: Why Potholes Are Getting Worse and What Councils Can Do
Britain's roads are deteriorating faster than they can be repaired. National Herald examines why the pothole c…
Infrastructure Desk · 6 Apr 2026
The True Cost of Rail Travel in Britain vs Europe — and Why We Pay More
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.…
Infrastructure Desk · 6 Apr 2026
The Real Reason Britain Has a Housing Shortage — and Why It Won't Be Fixed Quickly
Economy
The Real Reason Britain Has a Housing Shortage — and Why It Won't Be Fixed Quickly
Britain needs 4 million new homes over the next decade. Building them faces obstacles that go far beyond plann…
Nicholas Hartley · 5 Apr 2026
The Future of British Universities: Rankings, Revenue and Reform
Analysis
The Future of British Universities: Rankings, Revenue and Reform
UK higher education punches above its weight globally — but financial pressures, demographic changes and quest…
Education Correspondent · 5 Apr 2026
The UK Cyber Security Threat: Which Businesses Are Most at Risk in 2025
Technology
The UK Cyber Security Threat: Which Businesses Are Most at Risk in 2025
UK businesses reported record cyber attack attempts in 2024. National Herald examines which sectors face the g…
Dr. Maya Patel · 5 Apr 2026
UK Apprenticeships 2026: The Best Programmes, Pay, and How to Apply
Education
UK Apprenticeships 2026: The Best Programmes, Pay, and How to Apply
Apprenticeships in 2026 offer routes into some of Britain's best careers without university debt. National Her…
Prof. Helen Murphy, Education Editor · 5 Apr 2026
The Truth About Buy Now Pay Later: What UK Consumers Need to Know
Finance
The Truth About Buy Now Pay Later: What UK Consumers Need to Know
Buy Now Pay Later services are used by millions of Britons, but new regulations are coming. Here is what the r…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 5 Apr 2026
The Future of the Conservative Party: Four Scenarios
Politics
The Future of the Conservative Party: Four Scenarios
Having suffered its worst electoral defeat in a century, the Conservative Party faces existential choices abou…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 5 Apr 2026
The Complete Guide to Council Tax Reductions and Who Qualifies
UK News
The Complete Guide to Council Tax Reductions and Who Qualifies
Millions of people are entitled to council tax reductions they are not claiming. National Herald's guide to di…
Rachel Khan, Political Columnist · 5 Apr 2026
The UK Electric Vehicle Charging Network: Is It Good Enough?
Technology
The UK Electric Vehicle Charging Network: Is It Good Enough?
Britain's public charging network has grown rapidly, but coverage remains patchy. National Herald's regional a…
Alexandra Wood · 5 Apr 2026
The UK's Best Free Things to Do This Summer — A Region-by-Region Guide
UK News
The UK's Best Free Things to Do This Summer — A Region-by-Region Guide
With household budgets stretched, National Herald compiles the best free events, parks, museums, and activitie…
Culture Desk · 5 Apr 2026
The UK Arts and Culture Funding Crisis: Which Organisations Are Closing
Analysis
The UK Arts and Culture Funding Crisis: Which Organisations Are Closing
Arts Council England's funding decisions have closed theatres, galleries, and arts organisations across the co…
James Mitchell · 4 Apr 2026
The Best Cheap UK Holiday Destinations for 2025 — Better Than Going Abroad
UK News
The Best Cheap UK Holiday Destinations for 2025 — Better Than Going Abroad
With overseas travel costs rising, the UK's own holiday destinations offer remarkable value. National Herald's…
Culture Desk · 4 Apr 2026
The Reform of Business Rates: Why Every Government Has Failed and What Would Work
Business
The Reform of Business Rates: Why Every Government Has Failed and What Would Work
National Herald analysis of the reform of business rates: why every government has failed and what would wor.…
Sarah Pemberton · 4 Apr 2026
The NHS Dentistry Crisis: Why Millions of Britons Cannot Get NHS Dental Care
Health
The NHS Dentistry Crisis: Why Millions of Britons Cannot Get NHS Dental Care
An estimated 10 million people in England are unable to access NHS dental care. National Herald investigates t…
Dr. Priya Sharma · 3 Apr 2026
The Complete Parent's Guide to UK Schools: Ofsted, SATs and Getting the Best Education
Education
The Complete Parent's Guide to UK Schools: Ofsted, SATs and Getting the Best Education
Navigating the UK school system can be bewildering. National Herald's comprehensive guide for parents — from s…
Prof. Helen Murphy · 3 Apr 2026
The UK's Ageing Population Crisis: Preparing for a Society With More Old People Than Young
Analysis
The UK's Ageing Population Crisis: Preparing for a Society With More Old People Than Young
By 2040, one in four Britons will be over 65. National Herald examines what this demographic shift means for p…
Dr. Priya Sharma, Health Correspondent · 3 Apr 2026
The Full Story Behind Britain's Record Net Migration — What the Numbers Actually Mean
Analysis
The Full Story Behind Britain's Record Net Migration — What the Numbers Actually Mean
Record net migration headlines obscure a complex picture. National Herald's forensic breakdown of who is comin…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 3 Apr 2026
The Pension Crisis Nobody Is Talking About
Finance
The Pension Crisis Nobody Is Talking About
Millions of self-employed and gig economy workers are sleepwalking towards retirement poverty. The system is f…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 3 Apr 2026
The New Cold War? Understanding the Russia-West Confrontation
World
The New Cold War? Understanding the Russia-West Confrontation
Twenty years of drift towards confrontation has produced a conflict that neither side knows how to end.…
Dr. Anna Kowalski, International Affairs Editor · 3 Apr 2026
The SNP Leadership Crisis and What It Means for Scottish Independence
Politics
The SNP Leadership Crisis and What It Means for Scottish Independence
Internal divisions threaten to derail the independence movement at a critical moment in its history.…
Fiona Campbell, Scotland Editor · 3 Apr 2026
The House of Lords Reform Bill: Everything You Need to Know
Politics
The House of Lords Reform Bill: Everything You Need to Know
The government's long-awaited reforms to the upper chamber could reshape British democracy — or fall short of …
James Mitchell, Westminster Correspondent · 2 Apr 2026
UK Council Tax Rises 2026: How Much More Will You Pay?
UK News
UK Council Tax Rises 2026: How Much More Will You Pay?
Most English councils are raising council tax by the maximum permitted 4.99% in 2026. National Herald breaks d…
Regional Desk · 6 Apr 2026
UK Broadband Speeds by Area 2026: Is Yours Holding You Back?
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…
Dr. Maya Patel, Technology Editor · 4 Apr 2026
Child Benefit UK 2026: Rates, High Income Tax Charge and How to Claim
Finance
Child Benefit UK 2026: Rates, High Income Tax Charge and How to Claim
Child Benefit rates increased in April 2026 and the High Income Charge threshold was raised. Here is everythin…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 10 Apr 2026
18 Practical Ways to Cut Your Cost of Living in the UK in 2026
UK News
18 Practical Ways to Cut Your Cost of Living in the UK in 2026
Bills are still higher than before the crisis. Here are 18 genuinely effective ways to cut your cost of living…
Consumer Desk · 5 Apr 2026
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in First Quarter as Services Lead Recovery
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 continu…
Elizabeth Chen, Economics Editor · 12 Apr 2026
UK to Hit NATO's 2.5% Defence Spending Target by 2027, Government Confirms
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 ami…
David Walsh, Foreign Affairs Editor · 11 Apr 2026
UK General Election 2029: The Latest Polls and What They Mean
Politics
UK General Election 2029: The Latest Polls and What They Mean
The 2029 general election is three years away but the polls are already telling a story. National Herald analy…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 8 Apr 2026
UK Energy Bills 2026: What You Should Be Paying and How to Cut Costs
UK News
UK Energy Bills 2026: What You Should Be Paying and How to Cut Costs
The Ofgem energy price cap for 2026 Q2 has been announced. Here's what it means for your bill — and the most e…
Alexandra Wood, Energy Editor · 7 Apr 2026
Britain's Economy at a Crossroads: What the Next Six Months Will Determine
Economy
Britain's Economy at a Crossroads: What the Next Six Months Will Determine
As the Bank of England weighs further rate decisions, analysts are divided on whether the UK is heading for re…
The Herald Economics Desk · 3 Apr 2026
Planning Reform Bill: Government Promises 1.5 Million Homes But Critics Sceptical
Economy
Planning Reform Bill: Government Promises 1.5 Million Homes But Critics Sceptical
Ministers say the legislation will unlock the land needed to meet the government's housing targets. But the nu…
Nicholas Hartley, Property Correspondent · 11 Apr 2026
UK Inflation Update: Is the Cost of Living Crisis Truly Over?
Economy
UK Inflation Update: Is the Cost of Living Crisis Truly Over?
Headline inflation has returned to near target, but the cost of living crisis has left permanent marks on hous…
Elizabeth Chen · 8 Apr 2026
UK Mortgage Rates 2026: When Will They Fall and What to Do Now
Finance
UK Mortgage Rates 2026: When Will They Fall and What to Do Now
With base rate cuts continuing, mortgage rates are falling. Here is what borrowers need to know.…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 11 Apr 2026
What is the UK Minimum Wage in 2026 and Has It Made a Difference?
Economy
What is the UK Minimum Wage in 2026 and Has It Made a Difference?
The National Living Wage rose to £12.60 per hour in April 2026. National Herald examines the new rates, who be…
Sophie Williams, Labour Markets Editor · 5 Apr 2026
UK Interest Rate Decision: What the Bank of England's Move Means for You
Finance
UK Interest Rate Decision: What the Bank of England's Move Means for You
The Bank of England's latest rate decision affects mortgages, savings, and the wider economy. National Herald …
Elizabeth Chen · 2 Apr 2026
State Pension Age Increases: When Will You Get Yours and What Changes Are Coming
Finance
State Pension Age Increases: When Will You Get Yours and What Changes Are Coming
The state pension age is 66 now, rising to 67 between 2026 and 2028. National Herald explains who is affected,…
Amanda Foster, Personal Finance Editor · 3 Apr 2026
UK Tech Sector Attracts Record £18bn Investment in First Quarter 2026
Technology
UK Tech Sector Attracts Record £18bn Investment in First Quarter 2026
London's AI cluster leads the surge, with three companies achieving unicorn status in a single quarter for the…
Dr. Maya Patel, Technology Editor · 11 Apr 2026
Met Office Warns of Hottest UK Summer on Record as El Nino Effects Peak
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 quest…
Alexandra Wood, Environment Editor · 11 Apr 2026
UK Student Loan Repayment: The New Rules and What Graduates Owe
Education
UK Student Loan Repayment: The New Rules and What Graduates Owe
The student loan system was overhauled in 2023 with higher thresholds and longer terms. National Herald explai…
Prof. Helen Murphy · 7 Apr 2026
US Tariffs on UK Goods 2026: What British Businesses Need to Know
Business
US Tariffs on UK Goods 2026: What British Businesses Need to Know
The US has imposed new tariffs on UK exports. National Herald explains which sectors are most affected, what g…
Sarah Pemberton, Business Editor · 10 Apr 2026
UK Commits Additional £3bn to Ukraine in Largest Single Military Package
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 sign…
David Walsh, Foreign Affairs Editor · 11 Apr 2026
Why Britain's Productivity Has Flatlined for 15 Years — and What Would Fix It
Analysis
Why Britain's Productivity Has Flatlined for 15 Years — and What Would Fix It
No challenge is more central to Britain's long-term prosperity than its chronic productivity weakness. Nationa…
Prof. David Sinclair, Economics Correspondent · 10 Apr 2026
What the 2025 Autumn Budget Means for Working Families Across Britain
Politics
What the 2025 Autumn Budget Means for Working Families Across Britain
We break down every major measure in the Budget and its real-world impact on households earning under £50,000 …
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 10 Apr 2026
Universal Credit Changes 2025: The Updates Every Claimant Must Know
UK News
Universal Credit Changes 2025: The Updates Every Claimant Must Know
The DWP has announced several changes to Universal Credit this year. Here is what every current and potential …
Rachel Khan, Political Columnist · 9 Apr 2026
Why British Summers Are Getting Wetter and Winters Milder — Climate Change Explained
Environment
Why British Summers Are Getting Wetter and Winters Milder — Climate Change Explained
The Met Office confirms British weather is changing measurably. National Herald explains what the data shows a…
Alexandra Wood, Environment Editor · 9 Apr 2026
Why London's Luxury Property Market Is Attracting Global Investors Again
Business
Why London's Luxury Property Market Is Attracting Global Investors Again
After two years of price falls, prime London property is attracting renewed international interest. National H…
Nicholas Hartley · 8 Apr 2026
Vaping and Teen Health: What UK Parents Really Need to Know in 2025
Health
Vaping and Teen Health: What UK Parents Really Need to Know in 2025
Teen vaping rates have reached alarming levels in the UK. National Herald examines the health evidence and wha…
Dr. Priya Sharma, Health Correspondent · 7 Apr 2026
Understanding Your NHS Rights: What You're Entitled to as a Patient in England
Health
Understanding Your NHS Rights: What You're Entitled to as a Patient in England
Most NHS patients do not know their full rights. National Herald's guide to what you are legally entitled to —…
Dr. Priya Sharma, Health Correspondent · 4 Apr 2026
What Really Happened to Britain's High Streets — A Ten-Year Post-Mortem
Business
What Really Happened to Britain's High Streets — A Ten-Year Post-Mortem
National Herald's definitive account of how the British high street transformed over the past decade, what was…
Georgina Papadopoulos · 4 Apr 2026
University Funding Crisis: What Happens When the Numbers Stop Adding Up
Education
University Funding Crisis: What Happens When the Numbers Stop Adding Up
English universities are losing money on home undergraduates, dependent on international students, and facing …
Prof. Helen Murphy, Education Editor · 2 Apr 2026
Why Are British Workers the Most Stressed in Europe? The Evidence
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 cau…
Sophie Williams · 3 Apr 2026
Westminster Reform: Why the Debate About Parliament's Future Can No Longer Be Delayed
Politics
Westminster Reform: Why the Debate About Parliament's Future Can No Longer Be Delayed
From voting systems to Lords reform, a growing cross-party coalition is pushing for structural changes that su…
Marcus Holloway, Political Editor · 3 Apr 2026
Why London's Fintech Crown Is Under Threat for the First Time
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.…
Sarah Pemberton, Business Editor · 2 Apr 2026