Latest news in the UK? September 12th, 2026

Politics & Party Funding Reform UK received a record £36 million donation from a British cryptocurrency billionaire, marking the largest single political donation in UK history and reigniting debates around political finance regulations. The GuardianForeign Policy & Trade Diplomatic fallout continues following the UK government’s decision to ban imports from Israeli settlements in the West Bank and sanction companies involved in settlement construction, prompting reciprocal diplomatic actions from Israel. The GuardianTransport & Worker Safety Transport for London faces scrutiny after leaked documents revealed that London Underground maintenance personnel were exposed to asbestos during engineering works without proper protective equipment. The GuardianUrban Management London borough councils have seized thousands of commercial dockless e-bikes in an escalated crackdown on pedestrian path obstruction and accessibility hazards across the capital. The GuardianRoyal Household The royal household issued formal guidance regarding the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, confirming they will not resume official royal working duties following their return to the UK.