Category: UK News

School leaders have been cautioned that the education sector is facing significant financial constraints resulting in “painful cuts.” This message was conveyed in a letter from Ronnie Armour, the Department of Education’s top official, addressed to all schools. In his letter, Armour instructed headteachers to limit new staff appointments and reduce the use of substitute… Continue reading NI education: School heads warned of 'painful cuts' due to budget

A Welsh presenter has spoken out, insisting that swifter intervention by the UK government could have helped prevent more cases of deepfake sexual images created through the AI tool Grok. Jess Davies, an online safety advocate from Penarth in the Vale of Glamorgan, revealed that explicit content depicting her was produced by Grok AI and… Continue reading Grok AI deepfake victim says UK government should have acted faster

The government has unveiled an ambitious plan for significant rail enhancements across northern England, aiming to stimulate the region’s economy over a decade after such proposals first emerged. Known as Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR), this multibillion-pound initiative focuses on reducing travel times and increasing train frequency by upgrading existing lines, constructing new routes, and enhancing… Continue reading Government sets out plans for north of England rail investment

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is currently weighing the possibility of joining a newly proposed Board of Peace for Gaza, an initiative spearheaded by US President Donald Trump. This board forms a central part of a 20-point plan designed by the White House to bring an end to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.… Continue reading Keir Starmer considers joining Donald Trump's Gaza peace board

The government has decided not to proceed with making digital identification mandatory for proving a right to work, according to information obtained by the BBC. While digital verification of a person’s eligibility to work will remain compulsory, individuals will not be required to present a digital ID specifically; alternative documents like passports will still be… Continue reading Government drops plans for mandatory digital ID to work in UK

Christopher Joell-Deshields, the suspended chief executive of Pride in London, is accused of obstructing a disciplinary inquiry into allegations of theft and bullying by failing to relinquish control over the organisation’s bank accounts and systems, according to documents filed in court. On Tuesday, Joell-Deshields appeared before London’s High Court facing claims that he has refused… Continue reading London Pride boss accused of “frustrating” theft investigation

Jon Venables, the man responsible for the 1993 murder of two-year-old James Bulger, is preparing for another Parole Board hearing as he seeks release once more. Now 43 years old, Venables committed the crime when he was just 10, abducting and killing the toddler in Bootle, Merseyside, along with his accomplice Robert Thompson, who was… Continue reading James Bulger killer Jon Venables set for further parole hearing

The Welsh Parliament, known as the Senedd, witnessed a lively start to the 2026 election campaign as leaders from Welsh Labour, Plaid Cymru, and the Welsh Conservatives clashed in debate on Tuesday. Rhun ap Iorwerth of Plaid Cymru emphasized his party’s message of hope, contrasting it with the anger he attributed to their political rivals.… Continue reading Starting gun fired on crucial election in first day back in Senedd

Last week, an oil tanker was seized by the United States while sailing in the North Atlantic and has recently been observed in Scotland’s Moray Firth. The vessel, identified as the Marinera and formerly known as Bella 1, was accused by the US of violating sanctions by transporting oil linked to Venezuela, Russia, and Iran.… Continue reading Oil tanker seized by US spotted in Scotland's Moray Firth

John McDonald, a 52-year-old involved in a fraudulent roofing scheme, received a prison sentence of 13 years and six months following a tragic incident that led to the death of Suzanne Cherry. The fatal event took place at Aston Wood Golf Club in Staffordshire, where Cherry, a mother of three, was struck by McDonald’s van.… Continue reading Police-chase van driver jailed for killing golfer Suzanne Cherry