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No free pass for internet platforms on child safety, Starmer saysSun 15th Feb 2026 22:34 GMT
No free pass for internet platforms on child safety, Starmer says

The government announces a consultation on online safety, including on a possible social media ban for under-16s.

UK considering significant increase to defence spending Mon 16th Feb 2026 01:28 GMT
UK considering significant increase to defence spending

The prime minister is considering meeting a 3% defence-spending target five years earlier than planned, the BBC learns.

Weston & Stoecker win GB's second gold of daySun 15th Feb 2026 20:06 GMT
Weston & Stoecker win GB's second gold of day

Team GB win two Winter Olympic titles on one day for the first time as Matt Weston and Tabitha Stoecker clinch mixed team skeleton gold.

Ministers want to reform SEND - but they are treading very carefullyMon 16th Feb 2026 01:11 GMT
Ministers want to reform SEND - but they are treading very carefully

The government is expected to outline its plan to overhaul the complex system of support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England soon.

Ice and flood warnings for parts of northern UK as cool weather continuesSun 15th Feb 2026 20:42 GMT
Ice and flood warnings for parts of northern UK as cool weather continues

More than 70 flood warnings have also been issued by the Environment Agency after heavy rain.

'Fast-spreading' measles outbreak hits several schools in LondonSun 15th Feb 2026 15:32 GMT
'Fast-spreading' measles outbreak hits several schools in London

A number of children have been hospitalised as officials urge families to check they are up to date with their vaccines.

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