Category: UK News

Anas Sarwar, leader of Scottish Labour, has asserted that Scotland should not depend on migrant workers to fill positions within its social care sector. Speaking at the party’s policy conference in Edinburgh, Sarwar emphasized the need to address the “broken immigration system” and advocated for improving wages to attract more local workers into social care… Continue reading Scotland cannot rely on migrants to fill social care jobs – Sarwar

At London’s O2 Arena, Radiohead returned to the stage for the first time in nearly a decade, delivering a highly anticipated performance that marked their first UK concert in over eight years. Frontman Thom Yorke opened the encore with a rare, playful quip, saying, “Whenever you’re ready,” breaking his usual habit of brief, understated audience… Continue reading Radiohead deliver a spell-binding, hit-packed set in London

A woman in her 50s was found deceased inside a residence in Swindon on Friday evening. Police arrived at the property on Baydon Close, Moredon, around 19:00 GMT after receiving a report related to a disturbance. Upon their arrival, officers discovered the woman was not breathing and she was confirmed dead at the scene. Her… Continue reading Teenage girl arrested after woman dies at her Swindon home

The process leading up to the upcoming Budget has been notably protracted, reflecting months of preparation and numerous policy discussions. According to a senior Member of Parliament, the government has already proposed thirteen distinct tax ideas before finalizing any decisions. This extended period has also included a cascade of reports from various think tanks and… Continue reading Deep fear and scepticism as Rachel Reeves prepares for her big Budget moment

A tribunal recently heard that tenants living in a shared residence in south-east London were left without a functioning toilet for 58 days due to their landlord’s failure to carry out repairs. During this period, the five occupants resorted to using a bath to urinate or relying on the toilets of a nearby furniture superstore.… Continue reading Greenwich tenants had to urinate in bath when left with no loo

Laura Cooper’s initiative to combat loneliness has blossomed into an expansive community connecting hundreds of women. Within only a few hours of starting a social media post, she was overwhelmed by over 100 responses, and the support kept surging. A year later, the Scunthorpe Lovely Ladies group has grown to include 926 women who share… Continue reading How Scunthorpe woman made 926 friends in a year to beat loneliness

Police have arrested a man on suspicion of murder following a fatal stabbing at a student and professional accommodation building in Norwich. The incident took place at Somerleyton House on Somerleyton Street in the early hours, with emergency services responding around 05:20 GMT after receiving reports of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers found a man… Continue reading Murder arrest after man stabbed at Norwich student accommodation

A 30-year-old man named Sujanth Ketheeswararasa has been taken into custody in Liverpool city centre in connection with an alleged rape that took place in France. The arrest was carried out by extradition officers from the National Crime Agency on Wednesday. Ketheeswararasa, who holds Sri Lankan nationality, was wanted by French law enforcement authorities. Following… Continue reading Child rape suspect to face extradition hearing after Liverpool arrest

The Daily Mail’s publishing company, Daily Mail and General Trust (DMGT), has agreed to acquire the Daily and Sunday Telegraph in a deal valued at £500 million. DMGT will enter exclusive discussions with RedBird IMI, a joint venture between the United Arab Emirates and the American private equity firm RedBird Capital Partners. This development follows… Continue reading Daily Mail owner agrees to buy Daily Telegraph for £500m

A devoted fan of the TV series Gavin and Stacey has shared her experience of purchasing one of the show’s most iconic homes. Lisa Molloy, 42, along with her husband Chris, recently acquired the house featured as Doris’s residence on Barry Island’s Trinity Street. Lisa recalls the moment she discovered the listing online as almost… Continue reading Barry Island home of Doris in Gavin and Stacey bought by fans