Pubs Ban Labour MPs in Business Rates Protest
Labour MPs face being barred from local pubs in a growing protest over business rates. The 'No Labour MPs' campaign highlights a major headache for Keir Starmer's government. Read the full story.
Labour MPs face being barred from local pubs in a growing protest over business rates. The 'No Labour MPs' campaign highlights a major headache for Keir Starmer's government. Read the full story.
New analysis reveals business rates for UK pubs, restaurants and hotels are set to almost double by 2028, adding over £32,000 per property, despite a government-promised tax cut. Industry backlash grows.
On this day in 1783, King George III appointed 24-year-old William Pitt the Younger as Prime Minister, ending a period of political chaos. Discover how the young leader defied expectations.
Renowned British artist and art historian David Heathcote has passed away at 94. His influential work spanned painting, sculpture, and the preservation of Hausa crafts, with a major collection now at the British Museum.
Discover the UK's top 10 cosiest pubs for Christmas 2025, from London's historic Coal Hole to Edinburgh's Sheep Heid Inn. Find your perfect festive retreat.
An exhibition of Franco-British photographer Ed Alcock's work, exploring Brexit, adolescence and working-class memory, runs at the Bibliothèque nationale de France until March 2026.
Discover the perfect North London winter walk from Highgate to Hampstead Heath, crowned number one by experts. The scenic route ends at a brilliant 18th-century pub. Plan your afternoon adventure now.
UK publicans voice fury at Chancellor's business rates changes, with bills set to skyrocket by up to 126%. Landlords warn of closures, job cuts, and price hikes as the hospitality sector reels.
Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
A new study predicts the most packed London pubs this festive season. Discover the top 10 list to plan your Christmas drinks and avoid the biggest crowds.
Guinness reveals its first Harp Guide, naming the UK's top 35 pubs for the perfect pint. Discover the nine London venues that made the prestigious list.
A new wave of UK underground rap, led by artists like EsDeeKid and Lancey Foux, is achieving global fame. With a maxed-out, experimental sound and a focus on British identity, this movement is poised for a major international breakthrough. Discover the sc
Step behind a velvet curtain into Pineapple Pubs in Kentish Town. Find the perfect fireside spot, play board games, and enjoy ideal Thai winter warmers. Read our full review.
New research reveals Islington as London's Sunday roast champion. Discover the top boroughs, best pubs, and the surprising trimmings debate. Find your perfect roast today!
Discover why Brockwell Park is London's top winter walk, featuring a historic Grade II-listed pub, The Half Moon, named one of the best in the UK. Plan your perfect weekend outing.
New academic studies reveal Ireland's iconic pubs are vanishing, threatening community cohesion. Discover why this cultural cornerstone is disappearing and what it means for Irish society.
A British national was detained in Lebanon for allegedly spying for Israel after photographing defence ministry. Released after 12 days with UK Foreign Office support.
UK hospitality faces a devastating stealth tax as a promised 5p business rates cut hides massive bill increases. Pubs and restaurants warn of closures and price hikes.
Discover the quaint East Sussex town of Rye, crowned one of the best winter day trips from London. Explore its cosy pubs, medieval streets, and rich history. Plan your perfect getaway now!
Jeremy Clarkson's pub The Farmer's Dog serves exclusively British produce with one exception - tonic water due to quinine. Discover his strict local sourcing rules and new British ketchup.
Celebrating the life of Ian Marchant, a writer and broadcaster whose unique work explored British counterculture, railways, and nightlife. Discover his remarkable legacy.
Explore London's oldest pubs from Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese to The Prospect of Whitby. Discover their fascinating stories, famous patrons like Charles Dickens, and centuries of history.
Jeremy Clarkson enforces a strict 100% British ingredient policy at his pub, The Farmer's Dog, even banning customer birthday cakes. Discover his costly commitment to UK farming.
British Airways becomes naming partner for the new AEG arena and theatre at the £1.3bn Olympia regeneration. Members gain early ticket access and Avios points.
Britain's thriving startup scene faces a crisis as 94% of successful exits go to American acquirers. Discover why UK founders are forced to sell abroad and how to bring back the Great British exit.
Discover how the controversial Tango slap ads boosted sales by 35% and became a British cultural phenomenon, despite causing real-life ear injuries. Exclusive insights from the creators.
A new poll reveals nearly 11,000 UK pubs fear closure within a year as publicans plead for VAT cuts and support in the upcoming Budget. Will the Chancellor act?
British Basketball Federation faces fierce opposition as the British Basketball League rejects what it calls an 'unlawful' agreement, escalating tensions in UK basketball governance.
Explore Dalston's vibrant nightlife scene with our expert guide to the best cocktail bars, quirky pubs and late-night venues in this trendy East London neighbourhood.