Labour has been called upon to fulfil its promise of scrapping the Troubles Legacy Act if it gains power after the general election. The move comes as the government appeals against a verdict from February which found parts of the act were unlawful. The most controversial element of the act allowed suspects in Troubles-era crimes… Continue reading Troubles Legacy Act: Labour urged to fulfil pledge
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers honoured with freedom of hometown Barrow
Dave Myers, one half of the popular cooking duo The Hairy Bikers, has been posthumously awarded the freedom of Barrow, his hometown. Myers passed away in February at the age of 66 after a battle with cancer. His passing led to a tribute ride, dubbed Dave Day, which saw 20,000 motorcyclists travel from London to… Continue reading Hairy Biker Dave Myers honoured with freedom of hometown Barrow
The Music Venue Trust publishes recommendations ahead of UK general election
The Music Venue Trust (MVT) is calling on politicians to support its new Manifesto for Grassroots Music in an effort to save the struggling live music industry. The recommendations come after the worst-ever year for venue closures in 2023 and the ongoing closure of up to five grassroots music venues per week in 2024. The… Continue reading The Music Venue Trust publishes recommendations ahead of UK general election
Glastonbury’s first quadrophonic ambient soundsystem to be unveiled this year
Glastonbury Festival will introduce its first-ever quadrophonic soundsystem this year, in conjunction with the event’s new ambient stage. The new audio setup will be located at the Woodsies new Tree Stage, which is located under an oak tree canopy and focuses exclusively on ambient music. The Tree Stage will also host a five-day music and… Continue reading Glastonbury’s first quadrophonic ambient soundsystem to be unveiled this year
Legacy funeral home probe: Anger as charges yet to be brought
The families affected by the investigation into Legacy Independent Funeral Directors in Hull are encountering additional stress due to the fact that no decision has been made on whether charges will be brought. Police began investigating the funeral directors on 6 March following suspicious behaviour that led to a focus on the deceased care. Thirty-five… Continue reading Legacy funeral home probe: Anger as charges yet to be brought
Nigel Farage: Objects thrown at Reform leader while campaigning
Nigel Farage, the leader of Reform UK, appears to have been targeted by objects thrown at him whilst on the campaign trail in South Yorkshire. In a video posted on social media, objects can be seen being thrown at him whilst he was on top of a bus in Barnsley on Tuesday. Mr Farage wrote… Continue reading Nigel Farage: Objects thrown at Reform leader while campaigning
UK weather: why has it been so cold and when will it get warmer?
The summer season officially started this June, but it hasn’t exactly felt like it. For the first few weeks, temperatures have remained at 1-3C below average, with chilly winds, clouds and rain making it feel even colder. However, with the strong sunshine at times, it may have also felt a bit warmer. As we enter… Continue reading UK weather: why has it been so cold and when will it get warmer?
Douglas Ross denies MSP role is 'job insurance' if he fails in MP bid
Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has been accused of giving himself “job insurance” after stating he will stay on as an MSP if he fails to win the upcoming UK general election. Ross recently announced his intention to stand down as leader following the election, but has now decided to only resign his Highlands and… Continue reading Douglas Ross denies MSP role is 'job insurance' if he fails in MP bid
UK unemployment rate highest for more than two years
In recent news, official figures reveal that the unemployment rate has escalated to the highest level it’s been for two and a half years. The rate, now 4.4% from the previous 4.3%, is not only the highest since last year’s September but is also coupled with an increase in the inactivity rate, which reports show… Continue reading UK unemployment rate highest for more than two years
Bakersfield neighbours speak of heartache over fatal house fire
A woman in her 60s has died in a house fire in Nottingham, leaving residents in shock. Fire personnel were summoned to Ashworth Close, Bakersfield, on the evening of Friday, December 3rd, and discovered the woman deceased. Despite efforts to rescue her, the woman passed away on the scene. Naeem Ahmed, her neighbour, told the… Continue reading Bakersfield neighbours speak of heartache over fatal house fire