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May elections: what five politics experts are looking out for

On May 7 2026, voters in England, Scotland and Wales will head to the polls. Parliamentary elections are taking place in the devolved Welsh Senedd Cymru and Scottish Parliament, and local elections for over 4,850 councillor roles could have huge implications for local governments throughout England. With all to play…

The Conversation

Do these royal weddings ring any bells? Take our quiz and test your knowledge of these high-profile nuptials

It's King Charles and Queen Camilla's 21st wedding anniversary today and the Waleses and Tindalls will celebrate 15 years in 2026

Woman & Home

250 dogs rescued from single overcrowded home as breeding crisis worsens across England and Wales

More than 250 dogs found a fresh start after being rescued from overcrowding conditions in the UK, where the owners faced difficulties controlling their breeding practices. The RSPCA has identified a staggering 70% rise in such large-scale rescues, frequently linked to underlying problems such as mental health and financial stress…

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Scots more likely to oppose ban on new oil and gas fields, survey finds

It suggests opposition to the ban is higher in Scotland than in England and Wales.

Evening Standard

‘No more bending to Westminster’s will’ if Plaid Cymru wins power, leader vows

Rhun ap Iorwerth launches party’s manifesto and says he is unconcerned by Reform UK threat in Welsh elections

The Guardian - UK

Four people stabbed outside UK train station, 2 held; video shows chaotic scenes

Four people were injured in a stabbing incident following “serious disorder” at Tenby railway station in Pembrokeshire, Wales, on Tuesday night.

The Times of India

Why windfarms and electricity pylons have become a major issue in the Welsh election

Future plans for renewable energy are emerging as a key issue in the election for Wales’s parliament, the Senedd, on May 7.

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Treat jailed drug dealers like radical extremists, says prisons watchdog

Charlie Taylor, inspector of prisons for England and Wales, says dealers should be isolated and ‘assertively managed’

The Guardian - UK

Why is the UK government capping student loan interest and will graduates now pay less?

Decision to cap interest rate at 6% in England and Wales from September is unlikely to defuse row over crippling cost of debt

The Guardian - UK

UK government caps student loan interest rates at 6% from September

Minister says change for plan 2 and 3 loans in England and Wales will protect borrowers from impact of global conflict

The Guardian - UK

April 7 UK’s warmest on record and hottest day of the year so far

A temperature of 24.8C has been recorded in Wales

Evening Standard

The dates of the May Bank Holidays – and how to maximise your annual leave

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The Independent UK

Crossing the Line - 5 Golf Courses I Really Enjoy On The England-Wales Border

There are plenty of good courses to savour close to and along the England-Wales border, with these five all falling on the Welsh side... apart from just three holes

Golf Monthly

Mitchell’s Six Nations conundrum: who will be Red Roses’ next Abby Dow?

World champions have a large try-scoring hole to fill and a rejigged side searching for eighth title win in a row

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Voters in Wales face Senedd election amid confusion over who holds power over what

Ahead of May’s Senedd (Welsh parliament) election, many people in Wales remain unclear about who is responsible for important political decisions.

The Guardian - UK

Tuesday briefing: What is driving the record rise in stalking offences?

In today’s newsletter: As cases charged hit their highest level on record in England and Wales, a look at what is behind the increase and whether the criminal justice system is keeping pace

The Guardian - UK

‘Seismic change’: how election wins for nationalists in Celtic nations could reshape UK

With polls suggesting Plaid Cymru, the SNP and Sinn Féin could be in power after May vote, constitutional challenges may lie ahead

The Guardian - UK

UK manufacturers ‘will pay £940m a year more in business rates due to Reeves changes’

Government should look at ways to help as firms are paying disproportionate bills, says MakeUK

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The Guardian - UK

Police record nearly fiftyfold rise in stalking offences in England and Wales in past decade

Increased recognition of crime and perpetrators using technology to track victims are behind rise, say experts

International Business Times UK

Princess Kate Attends Royal Easter Service For The First Time: What Kept Her Away For Three Years?

Princess Kate returns to the Royal Easter Service at Windsor Castle after a three-year absence, marking her first public appearance since 2023.

Evening Standard

Storm Dave: Homes without power as transport disruption continues

A gust of 93mph was recorded overnight.

The Independent UK

Homes without power as Storm Dave sees gusts of 93mph and travel disruption

Three yellow warnings across parts of northern England, Scotland and Wales had been due to remain in place until midday on Easter Sunday

The Independent UK

Royals put on united front at Easter Service at Windsor Castle in first public family outing since Andrew’s arrest

The Prince and Princess of Wales joined Charles and Camilla for the traditional service at St George’s Chapel

The Guardian - UK

Storm Dave: thousands of homes in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland left without power

Road and rail travel also disrupted across the UK before weather warnings lifted on Sunday

Evening Standard

Travel disruption continues as warnings lifted early after Storm Dave

Conditions are expected to improve on Sunday.

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