Why the UK is preparing for food shortages due to Iran war
The BBC's Emma Simpson explains why fizzy drinks, salad and meat could be affected by the Gulf conflict.

The BBC's Emma Simpson explains why fizzy drinks, salad and meat could be affected by the Gulf conflict.

The UK government plans to amend the 1971 Immigration Act to deport Shabir Ahmed, ringleader of the Rochdale grooming gang. Ahmed, who served 14 years for child rape, is exempt from deportation due to pre-1973 residency. Pakistan refuses to take him back, citing renounced citizenship, though the UK disputes this.

The Metropolitan Police are investigating £37,500 in donations to Robert Jenrick's 2024 Conservative leadership campaign following a referral from the Electoral Commission. The watchdog investigated claims the funds were from a foreign source, breaching electoral rules. Jenrick, now with Reform UK, denies the allegations.

Wildcard Arthur Fery, 23, has reached the Wimbledon semi-finals after a remarkable three-set victory over ninth seed Flavio Cobolli. This unexpected achievement marks a significant moment for British tennis, with Fery becoming only the fifth British man to reach this stage since the Open era began in 1968.

UK MPs are demanding the full publication of a spy report detailing catastrophic national security risks from overseas ecosystem collapse, including food shortages and potential conflict. The government's refusal to release the report, despite a third heatwave, has drawn criticism.

Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice accused the National Crime Agency (NCA) of leaking financial information to the media concerning himself and Nigel Farage. This allegation emerged after the Guardian approached Reform about a £5m gift to Farage from a crypto billionaire, which had been reported to the NCA.

Eight survivors of a 1992 UVF gun attack at a County Down pub have been awarded millions in compensation. While calling it a victory, one survivor stated the money doesn't change the fact that the perpetrators haven't been brought to justice.