Author: Dave Carter

New data has revealed that the cost of taking out a typical mortgage today has increased by £788 annually compared to the period before the Iran conflict began. This calculation is based on a 25-year mortgage of £250,000 with an average two-year fixed interest rate currently at 5.28%. According to financial information service Moneyfacts, lenders… Continue reading Typical new mortgage costs soar £788 a year in two weeks

Gerry Adams has taken the witness stand in a civil lawsuit currently underway in London, where he faces allegations connecting him to key IRA bombing operations in England. The trial, now in its sixth day at the High Court and presided over by Mr Justice Swift, follows testimonies from eleven witnesses supporting the claimants’ case.… Continue reading Gerry Adams takes the stand over claims he had role in IRA bombings

An 18-year-old from Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire, has expressed frustration after being informed that her application for a trainee lettings negotiator role was rejected due to her car being considered too old. Alanah Thompson French applied for the position at haart in Nottingham in December 2025 but was told her 2014 Citroen C1 did not meet… Continue reading Woman, 18, not shortlisted for job at estate agents as 'car is too old'

Parmod Kalia, a former sub-postmaster from Orpington, south-east London, has passed away at the age of 67 without receiving full compensation following his wrongful conviction during the Post Office Horizon IT scandal. Having managed his branch for 11 years, Kalia was accused of theft and subsequently spent six months in prison. Although his conviction was… Continue reading Former sub postmaster Parmod Kalia dies awaiting compensation

Glasgow Central Station is set to reopen partially on Wednesday, resuming limited services for both ScotRail and cross-border trains. This development comes after the station has been closed since Sunday, 8 March, when a significant fire led to the partial collapse of a nearby building on Union Street. Despite the reopening, the main entrance on… Continue reading Glasgow Central Station to partially reopen after huge blaze

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed that the recent meningitis outbreak in Kent involves the Meningitis B strain, a serious infection affecting the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord. Tragically, two individuals have died as a result: an 18-year-old schoolgirl from Faversham named Juliette, and a 21-year-old student attending the University… Continue reading What are the symptoms of meningitis and is there a vaccine?

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to meet with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on Tuesday to establish a new defence partnership focused on countering the threat posed by inexpensive attack drones. According to Downing Street, the agreement aims to combine Ukraine’s expertise with the United Kingdom’s industrial capabilities to jointly develop and supply… Continue reading Zelensky to visit Starmer to sign new Ukraine-UK defence pact

The ongoing conflict involving Iran has led to a notable shift in travel plans among British holidaymakers. According to several travel companies, many are reconsidering or canceling their trips to Dubai and the surrounding Middle Eastern region, opting instead for destinations perceived as safer and more stable. This growing uncertainty has caused disruptions in passenger… Continue reading Easter holidaymakers switching from Dubai to Spain as flights fill up

Reform UK has unveiled plans to eliminate VAT and green levies from household energy bills if it forms the next government. The party claims that this proposal would reduce annual costs for the average family by around £200. This announcement comes amid growing concerns over rising energy prices, particularly following the conflict in Iran, which… Continue reading Reform pledges to scrap VAT and green levies on energy bills

An estimated £18.6 billion is required to repair all the potholes on local roads throughout England and Wales, according to a warning from the Asphalt Industry Alliance (AIA), the body responsible for overseeing road surfacing. Their recent study highlights significant concerns about the current state of the road network maintained by local councils. The AIA’s… Continue reading Cost of fixing potholes hits £18bn, industry body estimates