Category: UK News

Forecasters have issued new amber weather alerts for significant snowfall across much of northern Scotland, beginning on Sunday evening. The Met Office predicts that between 5 and 10 centimeters (2 to 4 inches) of snow could accumulate widely throughout the northeast, the Highlands, and the Northern Isles. Certain mainland areas might even experience heavier snowfall,… Continue reading New amber alerts for snow as travel disruption continues

Sir Keir Starmer opened our conversation with a confident joke: “I’ll be sitting in this seat by 2027,” he said, hinting that if all went well, he might invite us to Downing Street again next year for a follow-up discussion. The relentless demands of leadership mean a prime minister’s day never truly ends. Just moments… Continue reading Keir Starmer tells Laura Kuenssberg he'll survive – but can he keep this new year's resolution?

Across several regions of Wales, hazardous conditions caused by snowfall have led to serious travel advisories. Residents are being urged to avoid all but essential journeys due to dangerous road conditions. A weather warning has been issued for areas including Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Conwy, Gwynedd, Pembrokeshire, and Powys, where snow accumulations may reach up to 10… Continue reading Wales snow prompts 'don't travel' warning with more expected

The East Yorkshire seaside town Withernsea is currently grappling with the aftermath of a tragic incident at sea that has deeply affected the close-knit community. Two individuals have died, and a third remains missing following an event that has cast a somber mood over this small resort, known for its peaceful atmosphere and population of… Continue reading Withernsea sea deaths leaves 'happy little town' reeling

On New Year’s Day, two inmates escaped from HMP Leyhill, an open prison in South Gloucestershire, prompting a police manhunt. Among the absconders is Matthew Armstrong, who was convicted of murder in 2009, and Daniel Washbourne, who has a history of violent offenses. Avon and Somerset Police reported that the pair left the prison sometime… Continue reading Police hunt two absconding prisoners including convicted murderer

A sudden shift from severe cold to warmer weather can often cause water pipes that were frozen to burst, leading to potentially costly damage. United Utilities, the water provider serving north-west England, has issued a warning urging residents to carefully inspect their plumbing for any signs of leaks following periods of sub-zero temperatures. The transition… Continue reading How to fix frozen water pipes and how to deal with burst ones

Authorities have estimated that the restoration of a collapsed section of the Llangollen Canal in Whitchurch, Shropshire, may extend through most of 2026. The damage followed a breach on 22 December, as revealed by recent aerial footage displaying extensive destruction to both the canal embankment and its bed. The breach resulted in two narrowboats sinking… Continue reading Whitchurch canal repairs to take most of 2026

A springer spaniel named Floss, rescued from deplorable living conditions described by an RSPCA inspector as one of the worst in her career, is now thriving in a loving home. Floss was found severely underweight and infested with fleas at a property in Northallerton, where authorities also discovered a deceased dog. Shannon Hamilton, the veterinarian… Continue reading Dog rescued from 'filthy house' in Northallerton adopted by her vet

In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, Sir Keir Starmer confidently addressed ongoing doubts about his leadership, asserting that he expects to remain prime minister a year from now. Despite facing a challenging year in 2025 marked by sluggish economic growth, disappointing poll results, and rumors of potential leadership contests, he… Continue reading Starmer tells BBC 'I'll be PM this time next year'

Royal Air Force Typhoon jets recently collaborated with French aircraft to conduct a targeted strike on an underground weapons depot in Syria used by the Islamic State group (IS), according to the UK Ministry of Defence. Intelligence sources had identified the site, located in mountainous terrain just north of Palmyra, an ancient city in central… Continue reading UK-French air strike targets IS arms dump in Syria