The new type of ID you can use as proof of age in pubs and shops The changes to the licensing act that come into force on Tuesday apply to businesses in England and Wales The Independent UK · Sep 14
UK sports minister in World Cup gaffe over England qualification THE UK sports minister has congratulated England on making the World Cup’s knockout stages – even though they could still fail to qualify ... The National (Scotland) · Jun 24
Over-55s drive surge in UK exercise numbers with ‘more adults than ever’ keeping active A new survey has revealed a record number of adults in England are engaging in physical activity The Independent UK · Apr 23
Developers warned they may be breaking the law by making video games unplayable Concerns were raised after developer Ubisoft discontinued online racing game The Crew in 2024 The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2025
Sarina Wiegman urges more investment in women’s game at Downing Street reception The triumphant England team flew home to attend a reception hosted by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and sports minister Stephanie Peacock. The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2025
England men’s team should ‘take a lesson’ from the Lionesses, says Starmer ‘I'm sure the men's team will be watching on and taking notes as to how they follow their efforts’, the prime minister’s official spokesperson said after the England women’s football team’s dramatic victory The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2025
Emmerdale films last minute scene after England’s Euros triumph The show’s producer said that it felt ‘right and proper’ to celebrate the Lionesses victory The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2025
Lionesses to celebrate Euros win at Downing Street reception The reception will begin two days of celebrations for the England team. Evening Standard · Jul 28, 2025
New football watchdog set to be established as MPs back independent regulator The Football Governance Bill is poised to become law after it cleared the Commons The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
New football watchdog set to be established following MPs’ backing The Football Governance Bill is poised to become law after it cleared the Commons. The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
Sport minister rejects calls to consult on alcohol ban in football stands Stephanie Peacock said moves to reverse the ban, which has been in place since 1985, do not fall within the scope of the Football Governance Bill. The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
Abolishing culture, media and sport department would be ‘madness’ – minister Culture minister Sir Chris Bryant told MPs: “Honestly, the department is not going to be abolished.” Evening Standard · May 22, 2025
‘Players want a different path’: why John Amaechi backs change in British basketball Former NBA star says existing league is a ‘cartel’ that fails young players but others have fears over the new franchise The Guardian - UK · Apr 8, 2025
Sports minister asks questions about British Basketball’s deal The sports minister Stephanie Peacock has asked UK Sport to investigate corruption allegations of unlawful tender made against the British Basketball Federation over a controversial 15-year deal with an American consortium to operate a new men’s professional league from 2026 The Guardian - UK · Apr 2, 2025
The Independent UK · Mar 11, 2025 Amateur rugby clubs experiencing more concussions since tackle law change – MP Camborne and Redruth MP Perran Moon said anecdotal evidence suggested players were also suffering most serious concussions.
The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2025 Government should be able to order football regulator to review decisions – MP Tory Luke Evans said unhappiness over the end of FA Cup replays could be avoided if ministers can ask a new governing body to ‘look again’.
The Independent UK · Feb 4, 2025 Minister encourages ‘balanced’ approach over Six Nations broadcast deal The Government’s remarks came in response to calls from MPs to protect free-to-air coverage.
Evening Standard · Nov 28, 2024 Charities in ‘real danger’ due to employers’ national insurance rise, Tories say The shadow culture secretary said the Government’s ‘charity tax’ will cost the sector £1.4 billion.
Evening Standard · Nov 8, 2024 Streaming review launched amid fears ‘vulnerable’ could be left behind In 2023, 87% of UK households had access to an internet-enabled primary TV.
The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2024 Sir Keir Starmer hails ‘excellent’ Team GB athletes ahead of Paris Olympics The Prime Minister backed the athletes to ‘inspire a new generation to take up sport’.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2024 Cosy ties and £400,000 in political donations: why Labour has a gambling problem Labour talked tough on regulation in its manifesto, but questions have been raised about how it will proceed with legislation if it comes into office
The Guardian - UK · Dec 16, 2023 Labour backs away from press reforms after Prince Harry’s phone-hacking court victory The party has made it clear that Keir Starmer had no intention of reviving the second stage of the Leveson inquiry
The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2023 Labour hope to snatch Tamworth and Mid Bedfordshire in double by-election coup Sir Keir Starmer’s party are feeling positive about their chances in the two previously safe Conservative seats.
The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2023 BBC staff fear losing redundancy pay if they speak out about radio cuts, says MP Culture minister Julia Lopez said she would do her best to ‘get some heads wobbling’ at the corporation over the changes.
Evening Standard · Jul 22, 2022 Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces mini-frontbench reshuffle The reshuffle sees a change to some members of Sir Keir’s top team