Entries by BBC News

Ex-Southern Water boss among four charged over alleged plan to manipulate water tests

Matthew Wright is accused alongside three others of trying to save the firm millions in penalties.

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Bus travellers respond to fare reduction

'It's going to help us' - public respond to bus fare cut.

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I travel four hours on a bus per day – the bus fare cap will save me £500 a year

The BBC speaks to people around the country about their view on the newly-announced bus fare cap.

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I travel four hours on a bus per day – the bus fare cap will save me £500 a year

The BBC speaks to people around the country about their view on the newly-announced bus fare cap.

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Most bus fares in England to be capped at £2 from January

The government says the policy will "help with the cost of living and give people the breathing space they need"

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OpenAI says its AI went rogue and launched ‘unprecedented’ cyber-attack

It is one of the first publicly disclosed cyber-attacks carried out by AI without direct human involvement.

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OpenAI says its AI went rogue and launched ‘unprecedented’ cyber-attack

It is one of the first publicly disclosed cyber-attacks carried out by AI without direct human involvement.

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What’s happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages?

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

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What is happening to UK prices?

UK inflation dropped slightly in June 2026, but higher energy costs are expected to push it back up.

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Some food prices have fallen – but inflation expected to rise from here

June's fall in inflation will be welcomed by the new prime minister but analysts warn the fall is temporary.

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