At least 28 anti-migrant vigilante groups have emerged across the UK in the past 18 months, with activities ranging from street patrols and protests to attempts to obstruct migrants crossing the Channel. The rise has raised concerns over growing grassroots far-right mobilisation, public disorder and civilians taking enforcement into their own hands instead of leaving policing to authorities.

Restore Britain leader Rupert Lowe has criticised Lady in Blue, the new Fourth Plinth sculpture in Trafalgar Square, calling it “filth” and suggesting his party could campaign to have it removed. The bronze work, created by American artist Tschabalala Self, was unveiled this week and is intended to represent a contemporary Londoner in modern London.

Former PE teacher Bronwen James has been convicted of sexually abusing pupils at schools where she worked, after admitting offences against two girls and being found guilty of three offences involving a 16-year-old boy. The case has prompted renewed concern online about safeguarding, positions of trust and how predators may gain access to children.

Princess Diana’s iconic black silk ‘Revenge Dress’, worn during one of the most closely watched moments of her royal life, is returning to auction almost three decades after it was last sold for charity. The Christina Stambolian design is expected to fetch up to £220,000 when it goes under the hammer at Sotheby’s in New York.

Primark is set to launch home delivery in Great Britain for the first time, marking a major change for the retailer after years of relying on its high street stores and Click & Collect service. The move will allow customers to have selected purchases delivered directly to their homes, although the company has not yet confirmed when the service will begin.

Love Island 2026 winners Julia Majchrzak and Lorenzo Alessi have confirmed their split after weeks of speculation, with Julia addressing their relationship publicly following their appearance together at this week’s National Television Awards. The former couple attended the ceremony despite reportedly ending their romance beforehand, with Julia now explaining why they chose to go separate ways.