BBC News

Stay up-to-date with reliable news from the UK and around the world by downloading the official BBC News app. This app delivers the latest live news, top stories, and breaking news from our trusted global network of journalists.

With the BBC News app, you can:

Explore News, Features & Analysis

• Access headlines, in-depth analysis, and exclusive features across a variety of topics including UK News, Health, Lifestyle, Culture, Business, Technology, and Science and Environment.

Stay Updated with Breaking News and Top Stories

• Receive instant updates on breaking news and top stories directly from our global network.

Follow Live News and Developing Stories

• Stay informed with live reporting and developing stories 24/7, and watch the BBC News channel live stream.

Get Local News and Weather

• By using your UK postcode linked to your BBC account, you can view local news and weather updates relevant to your area.

Receive Alerts for Top Stories

• Opt-in to receive push notifications for instant updates on top stories.

Personalize Your News with My News

• Customize your news feed in the My News tab by selecting topics and stories that interest you the most.

If you choose to enable push alerts, a unique device identifier will be stored by Airship on behalf of the BBC to facilitate the service. No personal data such as usernames or email addresses will be processed for this purpose. You can manage your notification preferences in your device's 'Notifications' screen.

For attribution and analysis, our data processor AppsFlyer collects the following information:

• Device type
• IP address to determine location
• Activity data, including app download time
• Referral sites, if applicable

This data, combined with your BBC account information, helps us enhance the BBC News service. You can opt out of AppsFlyer tracking via their 'Forget My Device' form: https://www.appsflyer.com/optout.

The BBC News app employs technologies similar to cookies to analyze audience behavior. This data is used internally to improve the app and enhance your experience. You can disable this feature in the app's Settings screen under the Send App Statistics toggle.

For detailed information on how we use your data, please refer to the BBC News App Privacy Notice: https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/privacy/bbc-news-uk-app-privacy-notice.

The BBC ensures the security of your information and does not share it with third parties, as outlined in the BBC's Privacy Policy: http://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy.

To understand how the BBC processes your personal data for personalized services, review the BBC's Privacy and Cookies Policy: https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/privacy/how-does-the-bbc-collect-data-about-me/.

By installing this app, you agree to the BBC Terms of Use: http://www.bbc.co.uk/terms/.

What's New in Version 8.7.0.22452

Last updated on Oct 8, 2024

This update enhances navigation between articles and includes minor bug fixes to improve your overall app experience.

BBC News Screenshots