Category: UK News

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

In a shocking case, a man who stands accused of murdering his two-year-old grandson is vehemently denying allegations that he hit or slapped the child. This tragic incident resulted in the death of Ethan Ives-Griffiths from a catastrophic brain injury back in August of 2021. The accused, Michael Ives, aged 47, and his wife, Kerry… Continue reading Ethan Ives-Griffiths' grandad says he never hit the toddler

A tragic incident occurred on Sunday where a 15-year-old boy named Alexander McNab lost his life in a paddleboarding incident at Lochore Meadows in Crosshill, Fife. The family of the young boy described him as “bold and adventurous” in their tribute to him. His body was recovered from the water after a search involving the… Continue reading Tribute to 'adventurous' boy, 15, in Lochore paddleboarding death

The government has stepped in to fund the official receiver for the safe operation of an oil refinery that is facing financial troubles after its owner declared insolvency. Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery Limited, based in Immingham, North East Lincolnshire, has put approximately 1,000 jobs at risk, including employees, contractors, and the supply chain. Energy minister… Continue reading Government supporting Lindsey Oil Refinery as 420 jobs at risk

Politics reporter Kate Whannel reports that Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall is under scrutiny from Labour MPs regarding the implementation of changes to the benefit system, in an effort to quell a backbench revolt. The government recently announced a reversal in policy, stating that stricter criteria for receiving personal independence payment (Pip) would only… Continue reading Labour MPs press Liz Kendall on rollout of benefit changes