Category: UK News

Senior leaders within the banking industry have indicated to the BBC that they anticipate the sector will face increased scrutiny when the chancellor delivers the upcoming Budget in two weeks. Despite John Healey emphasizing that banks are among “the crown jewels” of the UK economy, he did not dismiss the possibility of new levies being… Continue reading Banks say Healey is planning Budget tax raid on their profits

This report includes racist and offensive language. Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has maintained that his party does not have a vetting problem despite undercover footage aired by ITV News showing some Reform councillors and candidates making racist, violent, and sexist remarks. Speaking to BBC Look East, Farage defended the party’s candidate screening procedures,… Continue reading Nigel Farage defends Reform's vetting after councillors filmed making racist comments

A woman who accuses Russell Brand of raping her in a hotel room has described how his demeanor shifted dramatically from being “camp, friendly and effeminate” to something “monster-like” prior to the alleged assault. The actor and comedian, aged 51, is currently facing seven criminal charges, including three counts of rape, three charges of sexual… Continue reading Russell Brand accuser says alleged rape left her afraid she may be pregnant

A man was taken into custody following an incident involving counterfeit money and a taxi driver who acted swiftly. According to Nottinghamshire Police, the driver picked up the individual from Nottingham Road at around 23:30 BST on Tuesday. During the journey, the passenger kept changing his destination, prompting the driver to inquire about payment. It… Continue reading Taxi driver given fake cash by customer drove to police station

A 74-year-old man, Graham Brougham from Northwich, has entered a guilty plea for raping a woman who had been drugged and assaulted over a period of more than two decades by her husband without her awareness. Brougham is the oldest among thirteen men charged with various sexual offences linked to this case. These men were… Continue reading Another man admits raping woman drugged and abused by husband

New guidance from NHS England (NHSE) recommends that transgender patients should be accommodated on single-sex hospital wards or bays corresponding to their biological sex rather than their gender identity. The guidance allows for exceptions when this arrangement is not clinically suitable, stressing that decisions must be made on an individual basis with priority given to… Continue reading Trans people should use hospital spaces according to biological sex, NHS England says

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has signaled that she is “minded to intervene” in the proposed £1.6 billion acquisition of ITV’s media and entertainment division by Sky. Nandy expressed concerns that the deal could potentially impact the diversity of voices in the UK’s news media and affect free expression. Her comments came as part of a… Continue reading Nandy 'minded to intervene' in Sky's £1.6bn takeover of ITV entertainment arm

The Prince Charles Cinema in Leicester Square has averted closure by securing a 25-year lease, putting an end to a prolonged period of uncertainty. The cinema had been at risk due to complications involving its landlord, Zedwell LSQ Ltd, which is owned by Criterion Capital. This new agreement offers long-term stability, ensuring that the popular… Continue reading Leicester Square's Prince Charles cinema saved from closure

At a recent bracelet-making workshop, Meghan revealed that her daughter, Princess Lilibet, has taken up a new pastime. When one child mentioned her interest in gymnastics, Meghan responded enthusiastically, saying, “Oh yeah. Our daughter is doing that too right now. She loves it.” During the event, Meghan also shared some thoughtful guidance with the young… Continue reading Meghan makes first official public appearance since moving back to UK

Several weeks ago, Cameron Ross, a former police officer, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after being convicted of raping two women and sexually abusing a third on the Isle of Lewis. In a separate case, Campbell Petrie, a former police sergeant, was found guilty in September of two counts of rape along with… Continue reading Police officer guilty of raping girl and woman in Shetland