Natalie McNally: Family on murderer's lies after her death

The McNally family has been grappling with intense emotions following the conviction of their daughter Natalie’s murderer. Her father, Noel McNally, expressed deep regret over having allowed the accused, McCullagh, to be alone with Natalie’s body during her wake after her tragic death. Natalie, who was 15 weeks pregnant, was fatally stabbed and beaten in… Continue reading Natalie McNally: Family on murderer's lies after her death

King's Speech to take place days after key May elections

King Charles III is scheduled to visit Parliament on 13 May to deliver the King’s Speech, which will outline the government’s forthcoming legislative agenda. This event marks the official state opening of Parliament for the new session. The announcement comes just days after elections are held across England, Scotland, and Wales on 7 May. Sir… Continue reading King's Speech to take place days after key May elections

Party leaders make pitches to Scots as they hit campaign trail

With just six weeks remaining until the Scottish Parliament election in May, political leaders across Scotland have begun actively campaigning to capture voter support. This election, which coincides with the Welsh Senedd election and various local elections in England, carries potential consequences for the broader political landscape of the UK. In the previous 2021 election,… Continue reading Party leaders make pitches to Scots as they hit campaign trail

Suffolk Police to investigate handling of Victoria Hall case

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has recommended that Suffolk Police re-examine their handling of the initial investigation into the murder of Victoria Hall, who disappeared in 1999. The 17-year-old’s case, which remained unresolved for many years, has recently seen new developments following the sentencing of serial killer Steve Wright. The IOPC received a… Continue reading Suffolk Police to investigate handling of Victoria Hall case

UK facing biggest hit to growth from Iran war out of G20 economies

A prominent international policy organization has identified the UK as the G20 nation most severely impacted in terms of economic growth by the war involving Iran. According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the UK’s economic expansion this year is now expected to be just 0.7%, a significant reduction from the earlier… Continue reading UK facing biggest hit to growth from Iran war out of G20 economies

Plans for UK's newest national park head to public enquiry

Plans are underway to establish the first new national park in Wales since 1957, centered around the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This proposed Glyndŵr National Park would encompass areas stretching from the coastal town of Prestatyn in Denbighshire to Nant-y-dugoed near Welshpool in Powys, covering notable landmarks such as… Continue reading Plans for UK's newest national park head to public enquiry

Keely Hodgkinson pokes fun at West Ham amid London's 2029 Athletic's Worlds bid

Keely Hodgkinson has humorously suggested that if London hosts the 2029 World Athletics Championships at the London Stadium, Team Great Britain will secure more medals there than West Ham United has trophies in the club’s entire history. This playful remark came in light of ongoing discussions about the stadium’s availability for the event. The UK… Continue reading Keely Hodgkinson pokes fun at West Ham amid London's 2029 Athletic's Worlds bid

Co-op boss quits after 'toxic culture' claims reported by BBC

Shirine Khoury-Haq, who has served as chief executive of the Co-op since 2022, is set to step down from her role on 29 March. Her resignation follows recent reports highlighting concerns about a “toxic culture” within the leadership of the long-established food and services group. The Co-op has faced significant challenges over the past year,… Continue reading Co-op boss quits after 'toxic culture' claims reported by BBC

Rates of violence against women should 'horrify' every individual

The deputy first minister has expressed deep concern over the alarming levels of violence against women in Northern Ireland, stating that these figures ought to “horrify” everyone. On Wednesday, the Secretary of State highlighted that Northern Ireland is considered the most dangerous region for women within the UK. Since 2020, 30 women have tragically lost… Continue reading Rates of violence against women should 'horrify' every individual

Who is the BBC's new director general?

Matt Brittin, formerly the president overseeing Google’s operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, has been appointed as the new director general of the BBC. At 57 years old, Brittin will take over the position following the departure of Tim Davie, who stepped down in November. Davie’s resignation came in the wake of controversy… Continue reading Who is the BBC's new director general?