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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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Change will come on antisemitism in England’s schools – Education Secretary
Lucy Powell said the Government accepts all of the recommendations in Sir David Bell’s review.
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More than 400 letters, documents and manuscripts make up the collection on show at Sotheby’s.
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Russell Brand accuser ‘treated like an animal during rape’
The 51-year-old TV and movie star denies seven charges at Southwark Crown Court.
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Donald Trump says Jackdaw gas project ‘will make UK very wealthy again’
The US president has urged ministers to ‘go full blast’, while calling on them to ‘take down the costly and ridiculous windmills’.
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Court hears appeal over super junior ministers attending Cabinet meetings
Sinn Féin Kerry TD Pa Daly and People Before Profit Dublin TD Paul Murphy have said that only government ministers can attend the meetings.
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Taoiseach says Brian Stack ‘badly failed’ by investigation into murder
Irish prison officer Brian Stack was ‘badly failed’ by the investigation into his murder in the 1980s, the Taoiseach has said.
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Melanie Ross, 60, broke her leg in the incident in June.
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Reform says it has reported ITV to the police over undercover investigation
Zia Yusuf announced Reform would also launch a legal challenge againstmultiple ITV journalists and the broadcaster’s board.
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PM tells Stormont ministers to ‘step forward’ and set a budget
Andy Burnham said it cannot always be the responsibility of the UK Government to resolve the Northern Ireland Executive’s financial problems.
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From the chambers of the Oireachtas to courtrooms, conflict zones and international diplomatic engagements, the Ireland team provides trusted reporting from the Republic of Ireland and around the world.
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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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