Category: UK News

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has publicly declared her support for Andy Burnham as the next prime minister, despite speculation that Burnham might assign her a lower-ranking position if he becomes the leader of the Labour Party. Speaking to the BBC, Reeves confirmed, “I’m supporting Andy to be prime minister.” Burnham, recently sworn in as the member… Continue reading Rachel Reeves backs Andy Burnham for prime minister

Donald Trump has shared his initial thoughts regarding Andy Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, in the context of Burnham potentially becoming the prime minister. While campaigning in the Makerfield by-election, Burnham emphasized the need for the UK to steer clear of what he referred to as the “polarised, poisonous politics” seen in the… Continue reading Trump describes Burnham as 'the mayor of a town' and 'extremely liberal'

Scotland’s ambition to advance to the knockout rounds of the World Cup has suffered a significant setback following their match in Miami, where Brazil secured a 3-0 victory. The comprehensive defeat puts the Scottish team in a challenging position as they strive to move forward in the tournament. The game demonstrated Brazil’s dominance on the… Continue reading 'Typical Scotland': Tartan Army give their verdict on Miami match against Brazil

Starting on Thursday, families will benefit from a temporary reduction in VAT on a range of activities and products, including entry to theme parks, zoos, museums, and children’s meals. This measure coincides with the upcoming school summer holidays and aims to ease the financial burden experienced by many households. The VAT rate on these selected… Continue reading VAT cut on theme parks and kids' meals comes into force

As the UK experiences some of the hottest June nights ever recorded, many people are finding inventive ways to keep cool. While some rely on familiar techniques like keeping blackout curtains drawn throughout the day, others are experimenting with less conventional approaches to gain relief from the heat. These practical tips reflect the creative methods… Continue reading How to cope in a heatwave – according to you

The Daily Telegraph highlights concerns surrounding Andy Burnham’s potential picks for the chancellor position. According to individuals familiar with the former Greater Manchester mayor, Burnham is apprehensive about creating a divide similar to the one experienced between Tony Blair and Gordon Brown during their leadership. The paper notes that during Blair’s time as prime minister,… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Never again' and 'No 10 of the north'

A recent study indicates that new obesity diagnoses are increasing most rapidly among younger adults in England. According to research published in The Lancet, people in their 30s experienced nearly a 20% rise in new cases between 2019-20 and 2024-25. For those in their 20s, new diagnoses increased by 16%, marking a significant shift compared… Continue reading Obesity cases rising fastest in young adults

The frustration of sending out numerous job applications without receiving any response is a common experience, often leaving candidates feeling as disappointed as if they had been explicitly rejected. One significant factor contributing to this difficulty is the reduction in entry-level opportunities. According to Reed, a recruitment company, the number of graduate vacancies posted on… Continue reading James Reed: I’ve spent 30 years in recruitment, here’s how to get hired

Dr. David Farren, who leads the British Medical Association’s Northern Ireland consultants committee, expressed that striking is not a decision any doctor takes lightly. He highlighted a growing frustration among secondary care physicians, who have experienced years of significant pay reductions while attempting to provide care within an increasingly strained healthcare system. Similarly, Dr. Leanne… Continue reading NI health: Consultants and specialist doctors begin strike action

Two local men who were among the first to arrive at the scene of a recent bus accident recounted the distressing circumstances, describing passengers as “crying and screaming” as bystanders rushed to assist. Martyn Pope and Dean Hollands explained that adrenaline took over as they sprang into action, utilizing tools from their van to break… Continue reading Kidwelly bus crash rescuers who used van tools to free passengers say 'adrenaline kicked in'