Author: Dave Carter

One government minister jokingly remarked that they have not had as much interaction with their colleagues since the Brexit battles. This remark encapsulates the ongoing dispute within the Labour Party over benefits, despite the government’s significant majority and notable policy shifts. It is unusual for such debates to persist one year into a government term,… Continue reading Chris Mason: Labour still has a big persuasion job ahead

In the lead-up to the crucial vote on the proposed welfare bill, The Guardian reports that Labour’s attempt to sway rebel members has turned into disarray. Rachel Maskell, a vocal rebel MP, expressed to the paper that the plans were unraveling in the Commons due to numerous flaws in the government’s proposals. The front page… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Chaos on eve of welfare vote' and 'Red-hot Brits'

Jonathan Geddes reports for BBC Glasgow and West about the distressing vandalism that occurred at St Conval’s cemetery on Glasgow Road in Barrhead, Renfrewshire. The families of the victims are devastated after around 40 headstones were smashed, and a large crucifix was set on fire over the weekend. This act of vandalism is described as… Continue reading Families in distress over 'horrendous' vandalism at graveyard

Chloe Chivers, a footballer who suffered major ligament injuries in both of her knees, described the recovery process as “mental torture.” At 26 years old, playing for Swansea City Ladies, Chivers found herself confined to her house after rupturing her anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) twice, prompting thoughts of retirement. Studies have shown that female footballers… Continue reading Swansea City Ladies football says ACL injury was mental torture

The government has announced a “landmark” review to examine the amount of time off and pay that new parents can receive after the birth of a child. This review aims to modernize the current system of paternity, maternity, and shared parental leave, which has been described as overlooked for many years by campaigners. The Dad… Continue reading Parental leave and pay for new parents to be reviewed by ministers

A recent report suggests that parents are facing challenges when trying to vaccinate their children, leading to a decline in vaccine uptake in the UK over the past decade. Child health experts point to practical and logistical reasons as being the primary deterrents for families, rather than concerns over the vaccines themselves. This decline in… Continue reading Parents face barriers to vaccinating children, says report

The Education Authority (EA) has expressed concerns over financial issues at Assumption Grammar School in Ballynahinch, County Down. An internal audit prompted an investigation into spending practices at the school, particularly regarding the use of school credit cards. The EA highlighted discrepancies in spending, including purchases at bars and restaurants, which were deemed worrisome. The… Continue reading Financial issues at school are 'concerning', according to EA

Cost of living correspondent Kevin Peachey reports that 21 million households in England, Scotland, and Wales will see a decrease in energy prices starting Tuesday, thanks to the latest price cap by regulator Ofgem. Households using an average amount of gas and electricity will experience an £11 per month reduction in their bills. While this… Continue reading Price cap: Household energy bills fall but may not go much lower

In a recent decision, the UK’s High Court dismissed a case brought forth by campaigners seeking to prevent the transfer of all British-made spare parts for US-produced F-35 fighter jets to Israel. The court stated that it did not possess the constitutional authority to intervene in the matter. Last September, the government had halted around… Continue reading UK F-35 parts exports to Israel is lawful, High Court rules

The Covid inquiry has begun its sixth part, focusing on the impact of the pandemic on care services for elderly and disabled individuals. Barrister Pete Weatherby, representing Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice UK, highlighted a civil servant’s assertion of “generational slaughter within care homes” in the early days of the pandemic as a reflection of… Continue reading Covid inquiry hears of 'generational slaughter' in care homes