Category: UK News

Richard Manville, who has spent his entire life in the United Kingdom, has decided to relocate from Salford to Israel, citing the unbearable levels of antisemitism he experiences in Britain. Identifying himself as a proud secular Jew, Richard shared with the BBC’s Judith Moritz that the decision to leave was deeply emotional and difficult, as… Continue reading Manchester born and bred, but moving to Israel

The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has found no widespread evidence of price-gouging by fuel retailers in the aftermath of the US-Israel conflict involving Iran. According to the watchdog, average profit margins on fuel remained largely steady between February and March, showing no significant increases despite concerns raised earlier. Retailers faced criticism from the… Continue reading No evidence of widespread fuel price-gouging, says watchdog

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has faced strong criticism after sharing a video on social media opposing changes to the Legacy Act. The clip controversially included historical footage from Bloody Sunday, depicting soldiers entering the Bogside area of Londonderry on 30 January 1972. This was a tragic event during which British troops shot dead thirteen… Continue reading Kemi Badenoch criticised over use of Bloody Sunday footage

In Plymouth, a loud explosion was reported as bomb disposal teams successfully neutralized a 250-kilogram World War II bomb. The device posed a significant danger, prompting authorities to take immediate action to ensure public safety. As a precaution, over 1,200 households were evacuated from the surrounding area. Residents were temporarily relocated to the Southway Youth… Continue reading Watch: Moment of explosion as WW2 bomb disarmed in Plymouth

James Holder, co-founder of the fashion brand Superdry, has been found guilty of raping a woman. The 54-year-old businessman was convicted following a five-day trial held at Gloucester Crown Court in Cirencester. His case was decided by a jury composed of seven men and five women. During the proceedings, Recorder David Chidgey denied Holder’s request… Continue reading Superdry co-founder James Holder guilty of rape

The driver involved in the tragic car crash on the grounds of a south-west London school in 2023, which resulted in the deaths of two eight-year-old girls, has now been formally charged by prosecutors. Claire Freemantle was driving a Land Rover that breached the railings surrounding The Study Preparatory School in Wimbledon during a celebration… Continue reading Woman charged over fatal Wimbledon school crash

Essa Suleiman, a 45-year-old man, has appeared in court facing charges of attempted murder following an attack in Golders Green, north London, where two Jewish men were stabbed on Wednesday. The victims, Shloime Rand, aged 34, and Moshe Shine, aged 76, sustained serious injuries and required hospital treatment. The Metropolitan Police have classified the attack… Continue reading Man appears in court charged with attempted murder of two Jewish men

Northern Ireland’s veterans commissioner, David Johnstone, has emphasized that former soldiers are not seeking immunity from prosecutions related to the Troubles, but instead desire fairness and a balanced approach. Johnstone highlighted the importance of understanding the wider context surrounding legacy cases and expressed the view that coroner’s inquests may not be the most suitable way… Continue reading Springhill: Soldiers not calling for immunity, says veterans commissioner

The ongoing conflict in the Gulf region, particularly the disruption of shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, is triggering severe consequences for global food production, warns Svein Tore Holsether, CEO of Yara, one of the world’s largest fertiliser manufacturers. The blockade and hostilities in this vital shipping lane have led to a significant shortage… Continue reading Billions of meals at risk due to Iran war, says fertiliser boss

The chairperson of South East Water (SEW), Chris Train, has resigned following a critical report addressing significant supply problems that left tens of thousands of households without drinking water. Train, who served as the independent non-executive chair since 2022, stepped down amid sharp criticism that described the company’s leadership as an “unaccountable clique.” SEW emphasized… Continue reading South East Water chair resigns after damning report