Category: UK News

The 2027 London Marathon has attracted an unprecedented number of applicants through its public ballot, reaching a record high. A total of 1,338,544 individuals have put their names forward for the race scheduled to take place on 25 April, surpassing last year’s record figure of 1,133,813 applicants. The previous marathon in 2026 set a milestone… Continue reading London Marathon: Record of 1.33 million people apply for 2027 event

Naomi Allsworth, a 30-year-old from Pembrokeshire, challenges the common assumption that having multiple partners is primarily about sex. She emphasizes that polyamory—the practice of loving several people simultaneously—relies more heavily on honesty, communication, and organizational skills than on physical intimacy. Naomi highlights the importance of maintaining an effective calendar to juggle relationships, underlining that despite… Continue reading Polyamory: Having multiple partners 'is not all about sex'

The widow of a businessman who was wrongly implicated in a 1997 murder case is appealing to the Indian prime minister to support her family’s effort to take legal action against Scottish authorities. Sougat Mukherjee, who passed away in Mumbai in 2023 at the age of 44, faced years of hardship after being mistakenly accused… Continue reading Widow of falsely accused murder suspect plans to sue Scottish authorities

The family of 18-year-old Lauren Hewson, who took her own life after reporting she had been raped while working as an apprentice, has described the closure of the police investigation as a “huge miscarriage of justice.” Lauren was sexually assaulted and raped by a former staff member at BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, according to… Continue reading Barrow rape case closure a 'miscarriage of justice', family says

In the first quarter of 2026, around two British pubs closed every day, industry data reveal. The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) reported that 161 pubs across England, Scotland, and Wales shut down during the first three months of the year, resulting in the loss of approximately 2,400 jobs. This trend follows on from… Continue reading British pubs closing at a rate of almost two per day in 2026

The independent anti-slavery commissioner (IASC) has issued a warning that exploitation in the UK has reached unprecedented levels, driven in large part by increasing living costs and technological advances. In 2025, over 23,000 individuals identified as potential victims of modern slavery were reported to the monitoring body. This figure marks a 22% rise compared to… Continue reading Poverty and technology fueling record levels of slavery in UK

Sir Keir Starmer is set to bring together prominent leaders from business, culture, and law enforcement at Downing Street on Tuesday as part of a comprehensive strategy to combat antisemitism throughout society. This coordinated initiative highlights the prime minister’s emphasis on collective responsibility, stressing that simply expressing solidarity with Jewish communities is insufficient without active… Continue reading Keir Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism

Several newspapers have highlighted questions surrounding Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership following disappointing local election results. The Times reports that dissatisfied Labour backbench MPs are planning a coordinated effort to pressure Starmer into announcing a timetable for his departure, drawing parallels to Gordon Brown’s challenge to Tony Blair in 2006. This reported rebellion is said to… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Rivals circle Starmer' and bid to reopen Hormuz pushes region 'to the brink'

As voters prepare to cast their ballots in the upcoming English local elections this Thursday, the condition of local roads is emerging as a significant issue for many. Opinion polls indicate that potholes rank alongside cost of living, healthcare, and crime as a major factor influencing how people decide their vote. The presence of potholes… Continue reading Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections – so what can be done?

During Monday night in west Belfast, police officers came under attack amid episodes of disorder. The unrest took place following reports of large groups of people and numerous vehicles congregating and engaging in dangerous driving behavior along Blacks Road, Bell Steele Road, and Dairy Farm areas. The responding officers were subjected to assaults, with young… Continue reading West Belfast: Police attacked with masonry and bottles by young people