Sterling drops to six-month low as investors flee to safe-haven assets

The pound fell sharply against the dollar and euro on Friday as geopolitical uncertainty triggered a wave of selling across UK financial markets and raised fears of prolonged economic disruption.

6 hrs ago

Parliament recalled for emergency debate on UK military involvement

The Speaker has agreed to recall MPs from recess for an urgent debate on Monday, with opposition leaders demanding a full vote before any British forces are committed to action.

7 hrs ago

UK energy regulator warns of potential gas price cap increase in autumn

Ofgem officials say the escalating crisis in the Middle East could add hundreds of pounds to household bills if disruption to oil and gas supplies continues through the summer months.

9 hrs ago

British nationals in Lebanon urged to leave immediately by Foreign Office

The FCDO has upgraded travel advice for Lebanon, Iran, and Iraq to 'do not travel' and is arranging charter flights for UK passport holders seeking to return home.

11 hrs ago