Category: UK News

Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules

The Court of Appeal has upheld the government’s designation of Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation, ruling the ban lawful. This marks a major legal development in the area of national security after five senior judges overturned a previous High Court decision. The earlier ruling had found the proscription infringed on the right to protest… Continue reading Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules

Arrest over push of woman into bus's path in Putney in 2017

In May 2017, an alarming incident occurred on Putney Bridge in south-west London, where a woman, aged 33 at the time, was allegedly pushed into the path of an oncoming bus by a jogger. The event was captured on CCTV footage, showing the runner seemingly shoving the woman onto the road. Fortunately, she avoided serious… Continue reading Arrest over push of woman into bus's path in Putney in 2017

Panther and leopard among reported big cat sightings in Wales

Recent reports have emerged detailing various alleged sightings of large wild cats across the Welsh countryside, including a Canadian lynx, a leopard, and a black panther. These accounts were revealed through a Freedom of Information request and cover multiple locations across Wales, spanning from Pembrokeshire to Ceredigion, Powys, Swansea, Denbighshire, and Carmarthenshire. In one instance,… Continue reading Panther and leopard among reported big cat sightings in Wales

Labour risks handing No10 to Reform without drastic change, says union leader

Andrea Egan is preparing to attend her first conference as the newly elected leader of Unison, the largest trade union in the country. Having campaigned at the grassroots level for over three decades, her unexpected victory over the sitting general secretary, Christina McAnea, last December sent a clear message about the direction members want the… Continue reading Labour risks handing No10 to Reform without drastic change, says union leader

Newspaper headlines: 'Social media firms hit back' and 'Arson attack on Starmer linked to Russia'

Sir Keir Starmer’s recent announcement to prohibit social media use for children under 16 has taken centre stage in Tuesday’s newspapers. The Guardian highlights how major social media companies, including Meta (owner of Facebook and Instagram), YouTube, and Snapchat, have expressed strong opposition to the government’s proposal. This backlash reflects concerns from these firms about… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Social media firms hit back' and 'Arson attack on Starmer linked to Russia'

Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals

The excerpt you’ve shared appears to be from a detailed investigative report about online disinformation, far-right extremism linked to Russian influence operations, and the use of fake front organizations to spread hateful propaganda in the UK. Here are some key points and context based on the content: – The mention of “right-wing Hindu groups” and… Continue reading Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals

'Positive' or 'unnecessary'? – UK teens on social media ban

Children attending schools in Preston and Manchester expressed varied reactions to the recent proposal to prohibit social media use for those under 16 years old. This plan was announced by the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, earlier this week. The proposed ban targets popular platforms including Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X, with the… Continue reading 'Positive' or 'unnecessary'? – UK teens on social media ban

Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal

The UK government has raised objections to a proposed financial rescue arrangement for Thames Water, the country’s largest water provider. This move reinforces the possibility of the company moving towards a form of nationalisation. Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds expressed her concerns in a letter sent to the industry regulator, highlighting that the current rescue package,… Continue reading Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal

'Don't panic – sextortion scammers have no hold over you'

Alan Irwin, a 35-year-old from Larne, found himself entangled in a sextortion scam shortly after connecting with someone on Tinder. After several days of chatting, the conversation moved to other platforms, culminating in a video call that turned sexual. Moments after the call ended, Irwin received threatening messages along with a screen recording of the… Continue reading 'Don't panic – sextortion scammers have no hold over you'