The newswire
Our newswire delivers fast, verified news reporting from across the UK and Ireland. Accessed via API or our desktop platform Explore.
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Defence Secretary Wes Streeting (centre left) and British Ambassador to Ukraine Sir Neil Crompton (centre right) at Kyiv train station during his one day visit to the Ukrainian capital.Photo: Alamy Stock Photo5 Aug 2026
Constant updates
The newswire provides newsrooms with a continuous feed of trusted text, pictures, video, graphics and data. It helps publishers cover more stories, respond to breaking news and keep audiences informed across every platform.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex pose for a selfie photo as they meet volunteer first responders from Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club, during a visit to Bondi Beach, on day four of the royal trip to Australia. Volunteers from the organisation, founded in 1907, played an integral role in protecting beachgoers and saving lives during the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach on December 14.Photo: Jonathan Brady / PA17 Apr 2026
Coverage across every subject
Our newswire brings together coverage from across the news agenda, from politics to the courts to the royal family and beyond.
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(left to right) Tanaiste and Fianna Fail Leader Micheal Martin, Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald and Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris during the final TV leaders' debate, at RTE studios in Donnybrook, Dublin, ahead of the General Election on November 29.Photo: Niall Carson / PA26 Nov 2024
Dedicated Scottish and Irish news services
The Press Association has dedicated resources across the UK’s devolved nations, with reporters based in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast. We cover Scottish Parliament, Welsh Senedd and Northern Ireland Assembly, alongside court cases of national significance across all three nations.
Our specialist reporting includes:
- Business and finance
- Health and education
- Politics and Westminster
- The Royal family
- Transport
- Law and the courts
- Entertainment and lifestyle
- Regional news
- Live sport
- Live news images
- Live video reporting
- Vertical video
Latest news headlines from PA
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Irish police probe more hoax bomb threats days ahead of major EU events
Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly said that there was ‘no credibility’ behind recent bomb threats.
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Scots urged to use A&E ‘only when necessary’ amid ‘significant pressures’
Health Secretary Angela Constance has urged people to only go to A&E when ‘necessary’ as waiting times performance worsened.
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Rejoining EU should be ‘long-term objective’ for UK – Scottish Labour leader
Michael Marra accepted his call for the UK to go back into Europe goes further than Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s position.
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No 10 insists British air bases safe after US aircraft moved from RAF Mildenhall
US tankers were moved from the site on Monday, the Wall Street Journal reported.
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Taoiseach and Tánaiste to meet to discuss Government approach to Irish unity
Fine Gael launched a ‘blueprint’ for Irish unity last week.
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Hegseth set for Pentagon news conference as he faces possible impeachment
The US defence secretary, who has said the news conference would focus on the impeachment threat, is gearing up for a fight.
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People taking ‘extra bit of cash’ from ATMs in signs of Be Ready campaign impact
ATM and cash access network Link said it is seeing average withdrawals approaching £110.
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At least 12 people killed and dozens hurt in crashes on foggy Bulgarian motorway
Dense fog on the motorway linking the capital Sofia with the Black Sea port of Burgas led to two pileups.
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Entertainment
Multiple women accuse David Walliams of sexual misconduct and grooming
The comedian was named as part of an investigation by the Guardian and ITV News.
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Committee calls for explanation on lack of communication after Polmont disorder
The incident happened on September 26, with MSPs unaware until the BBC reported it at the end of October.
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Hundreds of prisoners walk free in latest phase of early release scheme
The third wave is made up of about 650 prisoners.
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US-mediated talks on ending Russia-Ukraine war begin in Abu Dhabi
The two-day session in Abu Dhabi, the first such meeting since February, will focus on security guarantees.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Press Association newswire?
The Press Association newswire is a continuous feed of verified news and multimedia content from the UK, Ireland and around the world. It is used by publishers, broadcasters and digital platforms to support their own coverage.
What content is available through the newswire?
The service includes text, pictures, video, graphics and data across breaking news, politics, business, sport, entertainment, lifestyle and public affairs.
Is content from the Press Association newswire ready to publish?
Yes. Content is supplied ready to publish, while giving customers the flexibility to edit or adapt it for their own platforms and audiences.
How quickly is breaking news delivered?
Our journalists report and update stories on the Press Association newswire as they develop. Delivery times vary by story and format, but the service is designed to help newsrooms cover breaking events at speed.
Can the newswire support regional coverage?
Yes. Alongside national reporting, the Press Association has regional journalists across the country and has dedicated Scottish and Irish news teams.