UK aviation regulator rejects Heathrow’s plans to significantly raise landing fees

[ad_1] The UK aviation regulator has partially rejected plans by Heathrow to significantly raise its landing fees to fund a multi-billion pound upgrade, arguing the airport can still invest without steep hikes to ticket prices. The Civil Aviation Authority said the average charge per passenger should rise from £28.40 to £28.80 between 2027 and 2031. […]

EU ministers arrive in Ukraine to mark Bucha massacre anniversary – Europe live

[ad_1] Key events Show key events only Please turn on JavaScript to use this feature Bucha ‘symbolises cruelty of Russia’s war’ against Ukraine, EU’s Kallas says EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas said the Bucha massacre “has come to symbolise the cruelty of Russia’s war” against Ukraine as she vowed to bring Russia into account for […]

Grooming gangs inquiry chair promises to confront ‘uncomfortable truths’

[ad_1] The chair of the upcoming grooming gangs inquiry has vowed to “not flinch from uncomfortable truths” as she launches the terms of reference of the long-awaited review. Baroness Anne Longfield, the former children’s commissioner, made the promise in her first statement since being appointed to run the statutory independent inquiry last December. In it, […]

Grantchester star announced for new BBC crime drama ahead final ITV series

[ad_1] The eight-part series is set to begin production this spring in the North East. Tianna Corbin TV Reporter 08:43, 31 Mar 2026 Robson Green will take on the role of Joe Ruby(Image: ITV) There’s good news for fans of Grantchester as they’re set to see Robson Green in another crime drama. The actor, who […]

Scott Mills Was Questioned By Police In 2018 Over ‘Serious Sexual Offences’ Allegations

[ad_1] Former BBC broadcaster Scott Mills was previously investigated and questioned by police over “allegations of serious sexual offences against a teenage boy”, it has emerged. On Monday morning, the broadcaster announced it had abruptly severed ties with Mills with immediate effect, meaning he would no longer be fronting the Radio 2 breakfast show. Since […]

Energy bills still forecast to rise nearly £300 in Summer, households warned

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