News Quiz UK

The daily UK news quiz

No. 17 · Tuesday, 25 August 2026

What was the final score as Xabi Alonso claimed his first Premier League win in charge of Chelsea?

C3-2

Why

Chelsea beat Fulham 3-2 at Craven Cottage, with Cole Palmer scoring and assisting in Alonso's first league match in charge.

BBC Sport

How much funding is behind the government's plan to build 70,000 social and affordable homes across England?

A£39bn

Why

The £39bn plan includes funding for Greater Manchester, the West Midlands, West Yorkshire and £6bn for London.

BBC UK

The new 10p coin entering circulation features King Charles III and which species close to extinction?

CScottish grouse

Why

The Royal Mint's new 10p design pairs the King's portrait with a Scottish grouse threatened with extinction.

BBC Business

A fire destroyed around 140 vehicles in a car park used by passengers flying from which airport?

CGatwick

Why

A blaze at Caldyne business park near Crawley, close to Gatwick, destroyed about 140 vehicles and caused power cuts.

Guardian UK

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