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The Press Association is the national news agency for the United Kingdom and Ireland. For more than 150 years, we’ve reported the news with accuracy and impartiality as it unfolds. Our journalists are in the field covering news, sport, politics, courts, entertainment, business and more - wherever the story takes us - we are there creating the news that you can trust.
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Journalists outside the home of Lord Peter Mandelson following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The Metropolitan Police said the 72-year-old was taken to a London police station for interview on Monday before being released pending further investigation in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The former Labour minister has been accused of passing sensitive information onto paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein during his time as business secretary.Photo: James Manning/PA Wire24 Feb 2026
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EDITORIAL USE ONLY A performer on stage at Brighter Still, the closing event of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture in Myrtle Park, a large???scale outdoor production bringing together dancers, choirs and poetry, marking the end of the year long programme which celebrated the district's communities, heritage and creativity.Photo: Danny Lawson Media Assignments / PA21 Dec 2025
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Commonwealth in a better position after UK agreed to slavery talks, Burnham says
The Prime Minister’s comments came after Commonwealth countries said the time had come to hold meaningful talks about the legacy of slavery.
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65% of Labour voters want Government to approve Rosebank oil field – survey
A survey found 65% of those who voted for Labour in 2024 support the development of Rosebank, the UK’s largest untapped oil field.
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Enzo Maresca has no concerns over form of Man City keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma
Donnarumma was at fault for one of the goals conceded in City’s 3-2 victory at RB Leipzig in the Champions League on Wednesday.
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Killer’s sentence for murdering ‘defenceless’ Henry Nowak too short, court told
Vickrum Digwa is appealing against his sentence at the Court of Appeal, while the Attorney General is seeking to have it increased.
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Harry Kane new deal underlines how he is a perfect fit for Bayern Munich
His contract extension comes after he hit 73 goals for club and country last season and won the 2026 Ballon d’Or.
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Multiple reported bomb threats to flights for second time in a week
One of the flights affected was flying from Dublin to Rome when it was diverted to an airfield in northern France.
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Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football
The 41-year-old said the time has come after 23 years playing for Portugal.
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Family in tribute to 12-year-old ‘ray of sunshine’ killed in bus crash
Sophia Aitken, from Kilwinning, was pronounced dead at the scene.
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BT sheds nearly another 8,000 jobs as cost-cutting helps boost earnings
The telecoms giant saw its total workforce, excluding the international business, fall to 90,000 over its half-year to the end of March.
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Channel 4 axes Married At First Sight UK after review following misconduct claims
Channel 4 chief executive Priya Dogra also confirmed season six of the show, which was filmed earlier this year, would not be broadcast.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Press Association the same as PA Media?
Yes. PA Media has returned to the Press Association name. The organisation’s role as the national news agency for the UK and Ireland remains the same.
What is the difference between the Press Association and The PA group?
The Press Association is the national news agency for the UK and Ireland. The PA is the wider group of News, Sport, Content and Communications businesses that the Press Association belongs to, which includes Alamy, Podium and Hydrogen.
What does the Press Association do?
The Press Association delivers verified news in every format – text, photos, video, data and audio, all ready for your newsroom to publish with confidence, or for your business to get ahead.
Beyond journalism, we offer PR and communication services such as media monitoring tools, press release distribution and commercial photography and video.
Additionally, the Press Association Academy delivers industry-recognised NCTJ-accredited diplomas and apprenticeships, practical short courses, and specialised media and corporate communications training.
How does the Press Association ensure its journalism is accurate?
Our journalists must demonstrate their skills in reporting, media law and shorthand before joining the team. They also undergo regular training. Our journalism is also guided by rigorous editorial standards and verification processes.
Is the Press Association regulated by IPSO?
Yes. The Press Association is a member of the Independent Press Standards Organisation, which regulates participating newspapers, magazines and news agencies in the UK.
Who owns the Press Association?
The Press Association is part of The PA. We’re backed by shareholders from across the UK media industry, who are committed to our independence.
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