Our society has only recently come to terms with the fact that maybe placating young children by getting them hooked on touchscreen devices with unfettered access to the internet was bad for their ...

Nestled in the heart of Somerset, this medieval market town once served as the capital of the entire country, long before it was known as England and was instead a completely different kingdom.

When one imagines a classic British seaside holiday, Brighton often springs to mind. Its vibrant Lanes, lively nightlife, and the iconic bustling pier are just some of the attractions that draw in ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

A town near Plymouth, which has found itself in the spotlight due to concerns over "feral" kids and antisocial issues, is "no worse than anywhere else" according to some who live there. The somewhat ...

A new mega town is set to be built in the UK with 25,000 homes and the creation of thousands of jobs. Brabazon New Town, in South Gloucestershire is anticipated to be completed by autumn 2026 and is ...

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Now we don't want to sound too biased here, but experts claim that the UK's 'coolest' seaside town is in the North East and we're not going to disagree with them. And the location in question is just ...

Known for its cobbled streets, turquoise waters and bustling art scene, it's no wonder this picture-postcard town was voted the nation's happiest holiday location. Nestled on the rugged Cornwall ...

The government has thrown its weight behind the Brabazon development as part of a wave of new towns being built nationwide. Described as one of the 'highest quality developments in the whole of the UK ...

20:01, Sun, Sep 28, 2025 Updated: 10:38, Tue, Sep 30, 2025 Visiting North Evington in Leicester - a town where 43% of residents cannot speak English - I was taken aback. Statistics had already hinted ...