What the papers say – December 26
Several Boxing Day newspapers feature images of members of the Royal Family after they attended the Christmas Day church service in Sandringham. The Daily Mirror features a picture of a…
Lighter political moments of 2024: From a soggy Sunak to Davey’s antics
From an outgoing prime minister battling on without a brolly to the protected status of pie and mash, lighter political moments were not in short supply in 2024. With a…
Few revelations but a fond trip down memory lane in new ‘Sir Alex’ documentary
A new documentary has been released offering insight into Sir Alex Ferguson’s character and his transformational impact at Manchester United as the club continues to struggle 11 years after his…
Irish young people smoke less and vape more than EU average – report
Fifteen-year-olds in Ireland rank favourably compared to the rest of the EU when it comes to low levels of smoking and alcohol consumption, a global report has said. It also…
Campaigners hail move to ditch 2031 cut-off date for recording historic paths
The Government plans to repeal a cut-off date for registering historic paths in a move that walking enthusiasts hailed as a “fantastic step” for people to enjoy nature. In an…
Nearly a quarter of people ‘have already booked overseas holidays for 2025’
Nearly a quarter (23%) of people have already started booking flights, transport or accommodation for international trips in 2025, a survey has found.
Government’s pledge to ban trail hunting in spotlight as Boxing Day hunts meet
The Government is under pressure over its manifesto pledge to ban trail hunting as hunts gather for the traditional Boxing Day meet. Anti-hunting campaigners are urging them to deliver on…
Emmerdale Christmas storyline left Missing People charity ‘impressed’
Emmerdale’s Christmas Day storyline “impressed” support charity Missing People, with it saying it hoped the episode would help people to gain an “understanding” of the plight of those who have…
Train reliability hits the buffers as annual cancellations exceed 360,000
More than 360,000 train services across Britain were fully or part-cancelled in the past year as reliability is at a joint record low amid major staffing shortages. PA news agency…
Dry and mild Boxing Day ahead for much of country
People set to go on a post-Christmas walk on Thursday will be able to leave their umbrellas at home, with another day of dry and mild weather expected for much…