Category: UK News

The British Museum has successfully raised a total of £3.5 million to acquire a gold pendant associated with King Henry VIII and his first wife, Katherine of Aragon. This exquisite piece, known as the Tudor Heart, carries significant historical importance, linking it directly to the marriage between the monarch and Katherine. After a campaign that… Continue reading British Museum to keep pendant linked to Henry VIII after campaign

The prime minister has recently endured what could be described as a political near-death experience but has emerged, at least for the moment, still in office. Throughout this turbulent period, there were multiple moments when it seemed he might be forced to resign imminently. This heightened uncertainty was especially evident as Scottish Labour leader Anas… Continue reading Chris Mason: Labour sticks with Starmer for now but this is not over

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has been accused of orchestrating what has been described as a “No 10 coup,” according to the Daily Telegraph’s leading story. The paper highlights Streeting’s release of text messages exchanged with former British ambassador to the US, Lord Peter Mandelson, portraying the move as an effort to remove any barriers ahead… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Streeting accused of No 10 coup' and 'King: We'll help police'

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has made public his private messages with former UK ambassador to the US, Lord Peter Mandelson, firmly denying that they shared a close friendship. These exchanges, which date back to six months before Mandelson’s appointment in December 2024 and continue to the present, reveal candid reflections on the government’s performance and… Continue reading Wes Streeting publishes messages with Peter Mandelson, revealing election fears and criticism of government

Parents of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in Northern Ireland have expressed their disappointment at the lack of opportunity within the current political timeline to change legislation that would guarantee ongoing support when these young people leave school. Health Minister Mike Nesbitt informed members of the assembly that time has run out to introduce… Continue reading SEN parents 'devastated' as time runs out for school leavers' law

This is a heartbreaking story highlighting the dangers of sepsis and the importance of timely recognition and treatment. Sepsis develops when the body’s immune system overreacts to an infection and starts attacking its own tissues and organs. According to the UK Sepsis Trust, about 48,000 people die each year in the UK from sepsis-related illnesses,… Continue reading Sepsis mistakes killed our daughter – we fear it could happen again

The government has announced a £5 billion fund to erase 90% of the debts that English councils have accumulated by supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) up until the end of the current financial year. This move aims to ease the financial strain on councils and help them manage… Continue reading £5bn council SEND debts to be paid off by government

Anas Sarwar has made a significant and daring move by becoming the first prominent Labour figure to publicly demand that the prime minister step down. This development stems from his growing frustration and anger, particularly over the prime minister’s handling of the controversy involving Lord Mandelson. Sarwar expressed strong disapproval, stating that Mandelson should never… Continue reading Anas Sarwar makes his biggest political gamble – but can it pay off?

King Charles has publicly addressed the ongoing Epstein controversy for the first time, indicating that Buckingham Palace is prepared to assist law enforcement as they review allegations involving his brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. According to a spokesperson from the Palace, the King has expressed deep concern over the emerging claims connected to Mountbatten-Windsor’s behaviour, emphasizing his… Continue reading King's 'profound concern' as police consider Andrew claims over Epstein

Ben Gunnery, a violinist with a global performing career, has been sentenced to a 12-month suspended prison term following his conviction for sending explicit images of himself to two women he had never met. The offenses occurred in November, just months after Gunnery was found guilty of similar actions involving another woman. His misconduct involved… Continue reading Violinist Ben Gunnery sent hundreds of nude images to women