Category: UK News

A grieving mother whose teenage son tragically drowned while swimming in a reservoir during a hot spell has made a heartfelt plea for others to avoid open water. Maxine Johnson’s son, 15-year-old Reuben Morgan, lost his life on 17 June 2006 after encountering difficulties while swimming with friends at Pontsticill Reservoir near Merthyr Tydfil. In… Continue reading Mother's plea after son drowned in reservoir during hot weather

A dispute has emerged between Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer concerning the position of Immigration Minister Mike Tapp. The issue arose after Tapp authored an article in The Times advocating for foreign care workers to be exempt from Mahmood’s proposed visa rule changes affecting migrants already residing in the UK.… Continue reading Keir Starmer and home secretary in row over minister's future

Jones shared that Barnard, a resident of Ogmore Vale in Bridgend county, apprehended the offender until the authorities arrived, subsequently returning the handbag to the distressed grandmother. Following the incident, Barnard calmly approached the film panel, took a seat, and engaged the audience with stories from the production. Jones, who is the son of music… Continue reading Rogue Trooper: Actor 'rugby tackled' handbag robber at film festival

Recent government data reveals a continued and significant rise in the number of children receiving support for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Between January 2025 and January 2026, those with education, health, and care plans (EHCPs)—the legal documents that detail the support a child is entitled to—grew by 12.5%. This marks the largest annual… Continue reading Number of children getting special educational needs support hits record high

Brian Shields once enjoyed hot weather, but his experience has changed drastically since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Now, during the current heatwave, high temperatures can leave him immobilized, significantly impacting his daily life. He explained how the heat severely affects him, forcing him to seek refuge in shade or air-conditioned spaces to prevent… Continue reading 'The heat can leave me unable to move': Heatwave brings challenges for vulnerable people

Labour’s governing body has revealed the timeline for selecting a new party leader, potentially allowing Sir Keir Starmer’s successor to take office as early as 17 July. This schedule paves the way for Andy Burnham to assume the role of prime minister in under a month, provided he remains the sole parliamentarian to enter the… Continue reading Andy Burnham could be leader in weeks under Labour timetable

Forecasters have indicated that the UK may experience its warmest June night on record following an exceptionally hot Thursday afternoon, when temperatures soared to 36.7C (98.1F). This peak temperature, recorded at Merryfield in Somerset, not only marked the hottest day of June so far but also the highest temperature of the year, according to provisional… Continue reading UK braced for hottest June night after highest temperature of year so far

A remarkable natural spectacle was witnessed on a Welsh beach where the sea appeared to glow an electric blue at night. This captivating light show, caused by bioluminescent plankton, was visible at Penmon Point on Anglesey, attracting both photographers and local spectators on Saturday. The glowing waves create an almost magical effect as the tiny… Continue reading Bioluminescent plankton lights up waves on Anglesey beach

David Robertson, the chief executive of Scottish Borders Council, has indicated that temperatures are expected to soar to 31°C in areas such as Newcastleton and Hawick. He explained the presence of gritters on the roads during this heatwave, clarifying that these are not signs of any error by the council. Instead, they are applying a… Continue reading Gritters out as Scotland braced for 30C on hottest day of the year

A 16-year-old boy has been acquitted of the murder and manslaughter charges related to the death of a nine-year-old girl. The youth, whose identity remains protected due to his age, faced trial at Bristol Crown Court but was found not guilty on both counts by the jury. The case concerned the tragic death of Aria… Continue reading Teenager not guilty of killing nine-year-old Aria Thorpe