Category: UK News

A significant fire broke out at the premises of Malibu Sun, a sun-care company located at Ventura Park, Old Parkbury Lane, Colney Street in St Albans, leading to major disruptions on the M25 motorway. Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service responded promptly when the blaze was reported at 09:21 BST. Due to concerns over a possible… Continue reading M25 at St Albans closed after Malibu Sun premises fire

Authorities have arrested a fourth former South Yorkshire Police officer in connection with non-recent child exploitation and abuse allegations. To date, ten victims have come forward alleging sexual abuse by ex-police officers in the Rotherham area. This development is part of an ongoing investigation into serious historic offences. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC)… Continue reading Fourth ex-police officer arrested in Rotherham child abuse probe

A former contestant on the X Factor is facing accusations of murdering a woman by running her over in central London. The individual has been granted a week-long deadline to decide who will act as her legal representative during the upcoming trial. The accused, 29-year-old Gabrielle Carrington, denies the charge of causing the death of… Continue reading Former X Factor singer Gabrielle Carrington given lawyer deadline

The UK is on track to experience its hottest summer since records began, according to data from the Met Office. Current provisional figures reveal that the average temperature for meteorological summer so far, spanning 1 June to 10 August, stands at 16.48°C. This is 1.88°C higher than the 1991-2020 average baseline. For comparison, summer 2025… Continue reading UK weather: Summer 2026 on course to be hottest on record, says Met Office

On Tuesday, a police forensic tent was still positioned outside the pub, where nearby visitors had left flowers as a tribute. A local resident recounted hearing three gunshots on Monday evening, followed by witnessing someone fleeing the scene while shouting for someone to “Call the police.” This individual, who wished to remain anonymous, also observed… Continue reading Murder arrest over fatal shooting in Clapham

Charlotte Church’s forest school, The Awen Project, which was established on a former pig farm in Wenvoe, Vale of Glamorgan, is facing the possibility of closure due to environmental concerns. The initiative began operating in 2024 without obtaining the necessary planning permission and sought retrospective approval in October 2025. However, this application was refused by… Continue reading Charlotte Church forest school could close over fears for the environment

In central London, a bakery has recently experienced a surge in demand—not for its usual baked goods but for eclipse glasses. A staff member revealed to the BBC that around 100 pairs were sold during the morning, highlighting how eager customers are to secure the necessary eyewear ahead of Wednesday’s solar eclipse. This event, the… Continue reading Solar eclipse chasers scramble for glasses as stocks run low

Sinn Féin has made it clear that it does not intend to bring down the Stormont executive despite ongoing challenges in collaborating with the DUP. Finance Minister John O’Dowd addressed recent rumors suggesting that his party might be on the brink of causing a collapse in the power-sharing government. This clarification follows comments from Conor… Continue reading Sinn Féin 'no intention' of collapsing executive, says John O'Dowd

Chief Superintendent Emma Croft, who commands the Glasgow division, is leading the police investigation into recent disturbances in the area. Addressing the situation, she urged the public to understand that while only one arrest has been made so far regarding an incident from two weeks prior, the investigation is thorough and requires time to build… Continue reading Man, 29, arrested in police raid over racist traffic-cone attack in Glasgow

In 2020, Cole and Bowers received 13-year sentences for manslaughter. Recent amendments to the Sentencing Act now allow them to qualify for release as early as next January. Previously, those convicted of serious violent or sexual offenses, including manslaughter, were required to serve no less than two-thirds of their sentences before being eligible for parole.… Continue reading Call with No 10 has given us hope, PC Andrew Harper's mother says