Finding good news under this Labour government is like watching paint dry in a downpour: frustrating, slow, and usually washed away before it sticks.
But here at the Conservative and Reformer Post, we’re not in the business of wallowing in decline. We go looking, and we find, the stories that remind us why Britain is still a force to be reckoned with.
While Labour dithers and Downing Street continues its long-running performance of “Strictly Come U-Turn,” the British people are doing what they’ve always done best: cracking on. From the beaches to Birmingham and, from the peatlands to Parliament, this week has been rich with examples of national pride, quiet innovation, and global ambition. In short, Britain is still getting on with the job… even if its government seems determined to get in the way.
In a strong display of civic courage, a high court challenge was launched this week to force the government to consult the Chagossian people about their right to return to the British Indian Ocean Territory. At a time when Labour appears more interested in appeasing international critics than standing by British citizens, this legal stand is a proud assertion of sovereignty, justice and British values. It’s a reminder that not everyone has forgotten what it means to do the right thing — even if the government has.
Meanwhile, across the waves, the UK’s Carrier Strike Group arrived in Singapore this week, reinforcing Britain’s commitment to security in the Indo-Pacific. For all the talk of Britain losing relevance, our naval presence remains world-class. It’s proof that our Armed Forces still lead with professionalism and power, backed by global respect. This commitment isn’t performative, it’s strategic, deeply rooted, and impossible to ignore.
Back home, there was both elegance and grit on show as the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment swapped parade grounds for the beach this week, taking to the coast for essential equine training. It was a striking image, ceremonial horses galloping along the shoreline — but it also served as a visual reminder that tradition, discipline and readiness are alive and well in Britain’s military ranks.
As part of Armed Forces Week 2025, we saw a wave of support for the men and women who serve and protect our country. While the political class continues to argue over priorities, ordinary Britons have never forgotten the value of sacrifice, service, and strength. Thank you to all who serve and have served our countries. You’re all heroes, each and every one of you.
In quieter corners of the country, progress was blooming — quite literally. A 590-acre peatland restoration project was completed this week, offering not only hope for the animals but insights into our environmental past. And in Surrey, the breathtaking landscape of the Devil’s Punch Bowl is now officially a new national nature reserve. While Labour talks vaguely about green credentials, this is the kind of real action that speaks volumes from the people actually doing things in the trenches.
The NHS, despite Labour’s best efforts to bury it yet more bureaucracy, also had good news to share. A nationwide campaign has been launched to detect one of the most lethal cancers early — an ambitious, proactive step towards genuine preventative healthcare.
British agriculture also saw a morale boost this week as the NFU launched a campaign to educate young people about food and farming. At a time when the countryside is too often under attack from urban policy-makers, this move is a much-needed step towards reconnecting the next generation with the land that feeds them.
And finally, from fields to factories, Made in Britain continues to mean something. Bentley Motors, that gleaming jewel of British manufacturing excellence, is expanding its presence in the US — exporting not just cars, but craftsmanship, heritage, and British ingenuity. Labour’s economic chaos may be doing its best to deter enterprise, but the drive of British businesses remains unstoppable.
These are the stories that matter. They might not make the front pages of the mainstream press, but they should. They show that beneath the political fog, the heart of Britain is still beating strong. Because no matter who is in government — no matter how much mismanagement we must endure — the greatness of Britain endures. And if this week has shown us anything, it’s that the spirit of this nation can’t be taxed, muzzled, or cancelled. It simply carries on.
Here are the best-read and most shared positive stories from this week (23 – 29 June 2025), proving once again that no matter who is in government, the greatness of Britain endures.
By Claire Bullivant
For last week’s top Great British news stories (16 – 22 June 2025) click here.
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Main Image: RAFAT Red Arrows at the 2025 Cleethorpes Armed Forces Day yesterday (Saturday). Officially known as the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows showcase the excellence of the RAF and represent the United Kingdom both at home and overseas. Photographer: AS1 Iwan Lewis RAF UK MOD © Crown Copyright 2025 MOD Crown Copyright News / Editorial Licence.
