Author: Dave Carter

The appointment of Lord Mandelson as ambassador to the United States by the Prime Minister has sparked significant controversy. It emerged publicly that Mandelson had maintained ties with Jeffrey Epstein following Epstein’s conviction for soliciting sex from a minor. This revelation has led to intense scrutiny and criticism of the Prime Minister’s decision. Reports indicate… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'PM battles for survival' and Rayner 'ready to go'

Families across England and Wales are facing significant financial burdens after inheriting retirement flats that prove difficult to sell. These properties, often restricted to buyers above a certain age, are lingering on the market despite steep discounts, leaving relatives to shoulder ongoing fees. One individual shared with the BBC that even after reducing the asking… Continue reading Families' debt 'nightmare' as thousands of retirement flats stand empty

A group of MPs from various parties, predominantly Labour, has called for increased and safeguarded funding for schools to better accommodate the growing demand for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) support, as significant reforms to the system are under consideration by the government. These MPs emphasized the need to align financial resources more closely… Continue reading Increase and protect school funding for special needs, MPs urge

A comprehensive review has revealed that statins, widely prescribed cholesterol-lowering medications used by millions in the UK, are significantly safer than previously believed. The authors of the study recommend updating the informational leaflets included with statin packages to better reflect these findings and prevent patients from being discouraged from using these potentially life-saving drugs. According… Continue reading Statin pills much safer than advertised, major review finds

Victims of a notorious sex offender have voiced outrage over a government department’s move to recoup legal costs from assets linked to their abuser. Thomas McKenna, once the treasurer of the Crossmaglen Rangers GAA club in County Armagh, was sentenced to 16 years in prison in 2023 after admitting to abusing 23 young males over… Continue reading Thomas McKenna: Abuse survivors 'competing against government' for compensation

During the first ten days of January 2026, northeast Scotland experienced significant snowfall, which was soon followed by continuous, heavy rainfall that has yet to relent. Aboyne in Aberdeenshire recorded over 277mm of rain throughout the month—approximately four times the typical amount for January. Additionally, Aberdeen has seen no sunshine since the 21st of January,… Continue reading Why is the north east of Scotland getting such a soaking?

A cargo ship captain has been sentenced to six years in prison after being found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with a fatal collision off the East Yorkshire coast. Vladimir Motin, aged 59 and from St Petersburg, Russia, was on duty aboard the Solong when it struck the US tanker Stena Immaculate on… Continue reading Captain jailed over North Sea tanker crash death

Nigel Farage has officially introduced Dan Thomas, a former Conservative councillor, as the new leader of Reform UK in Wales. At a rally held in Newport, Thomas addressed supporters, urging them to act as “the people’s army” to bring about the change Wales urgently requires. Originally from Blackwood in Caerphilly county, Thomas remarked that he… Continue reading Reform Welsh leader Dan Thomas unveiled by Nigel Farage

Former US President Donald Trump has shifted his stance to show support for the UK’s agreement to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, despite having strongly criticized the deal just two weeks prior. Initially, Trump described the arrangement as an “act of great stupidity,” raising concerns about whether the US might retract its backing. However,… Continue reading Donald Trump signals US support for Chagos handover deal

The Bank of England decided to hold interest rates steady on Thursday, offering no immediate relief to borrowers. However, it hinted that rate reductions could still be on the horizon, though the scope for significant cuts appears limited. While savers might welcome this potential floor on rates, many borrowers may face less encouraging news. The… Continue reading Bank hints at rate cuts, but don't expect Covid-era mortgage deals