New research suggests binge drinking and drug use among Generation Z rises sharply once young people reach their early twenties, challenging the idea that they are a more restrained generation. The research, which…

Leaders of the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON) are meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, to consider appointing an alternative senior leader to the Archbishop of Canterbury, shortly before the installation of Archbishop Sarah Mullally.…

Christian nurse Jennifer Melle has returned to work after more than ten months of suspension following an incident involving a transgender prisoner. She was disciplined after referring to the patient as ‘mister’ while…

On 23 February, Lord Mandelson was arrested at his London home on charges of misconduct in public office and later released on bail pending further investigation. His lawyers said the arrest was made…

More than twenty Labour MPs have called for reform of England’s student loan system. Leading a parliamentary debate, Jas Athwal argued the system is unfair, with many graduates seeing balances rise despite regular…

Parents in England may soon face limits on choosing special schools for their children under sweeping reforms to special educational needs and disabilities provision. The white paper proposes that councils provide families with…

Reform UK has suspended a campaign figure in the Gorton and Denton by-election, which they hope to win, after reported social media posts containing racist and misogynistic remarks. Adam Mitula, said to be…

On 26 February, the UK’s first deep geothermal power plant began generating electricity in Cornwall after nearly twenty years of development. The United Downs project, led by Geothermal Engineering Ltd, drilled three miles…

Robert Aramayo, a relative newcomer, was a surprise winner at the Bafta awards, ahead of several better-known stars. Born in Hull, he won two awards (Best Actor and Rising Star) for his portrayal…

On Shrove Tuesday, instead of speaking about pancakes or fasting, Archbishop Stephen Cottrell reflected on snowdrops in his ‘pause for thought’ on Radio 2. Walking through his garden in Bishopthorpe, he was struck…