Category: UK News

In a recent address to Parliament, Sir Keir Starmer clarified the UK government’s stance concerning the recent US-Israeli strikes on Iran, contrasting his position with that of President Trump. He emphasized that the UK does not endorse regime change enforced through aerial bombardment. Sir Keir defended his earlier choice to withhold permission for the US… Continue reading Starmer criticises Trump over Iran strikes, as he defends UK position

Valdo Calocane, responsible for a triple homicide in Nottingham on 13 June 2023, broke into the flat of a woman who later fractured her spine as she tried to escape through a window, a public inquiry has revealed. This incident occurred just 11 minutes after Calocane had been released from custody. The inquiry is examining… Continue reading Nottingham triple killer broke into flat minutes after being released

The royal editor of the Daily Mail, Rebecca English, has denied allegations that she requested sensitive flight information about the Duke of Sussex’s overseas trips with girlfriends from a freelance journalist based in South Africa. The High Court case addressing claims of unlawful information gathering by the newspaper revealed email exchanges between English and Mike… Continue reading Daily Mail journalist denies seeking Prince Harry flight details

Angela Rayner experienced “great concern” after receiving threatening and abusive voicemails targeting both her and her son, a court was informed. These messages caused significant distress not only to Rayner herself but also to her family and staff, who endured “great stress and anxiety,” according to the proceedings at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. The individual responsible,… Continue reading Angela Rayner felt 'great concern' about threats, court told

In March 2003, Keir Starmer QC expressed caution about engaging in armed conflict without adherence to international law, writing in The Guardian that such actions are fraught with risk. Nearly 25 years later, as Sir Keir Starmer KC, he finds himself facing a comparable challenge regarding the United States’ military interventions in the Middle East.… Continue reading Starmer seeks to carve out distinct UK approach to this conflict

The craft beer company Brewdog has entered administration, resulting in the closure of dozens of its bars and the loss of hundreds of jobs. The US-based beverage and medical cannabis enterprise Tilray has acquired Brewdog’s UK brewing operations, brand, and 11 pubs for £33 million. This acquisition has saved 733 jobs; however, 484 positions were… Continue reading Brewdog: Bars close and hundreds lose jobs as beer firm sold in £33m deal

In a landmark case in Scotland, a man has been convicted for the death of his wife, who took her own life by jumping from a motorway bridge. Kimberley Milne, aged 28, tragically died in July 2023 after being hit by multiple vehicles on the A90 in Dundee. This prosecution marks the first of its… Continue reading Kimberly Milne: Domestic abuser convicted of killing wife who jumped from bridge

A misconduct hearing has revealed that officers from Gwent Police exchanged offensive messages targeting gay and transgender individuals, as well as sharing content that demeaned and depicted violence against women. The professional standards panel overseeing the case disclosed that two constables, James Heley and Simon Lewis, resigned just before they were set to be dismissed… Continue reading Gwent Police officers shared 'vile' and 'shocking' messages, hearing told

The United States is expected to utilize RAF Fairford as a key base for launching “defensive” strikes targeting Iranian missile installations, according to information obtained by the BBC. This development follows a recent agreement, announced by Sir Keir Starmer, confirming the UK’s approval for US military use of the site. RAF Fairford, situated on the… Continue reading Why is RAF Fairford likely to be used in Iran conflict?

Amid escalating Iranian attacks throughout the Middle East, approximately 102,000 British nationals have registered their presence with the UK government, according to the latest reports. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper shared with the BBC that around 300,000 Britons are currently residing in Gulf countries, where much of the airspace remains closed, causing significant disruption. Many of… Continue reading More than 100,000 Britons register for help in Middle East