Jeffrey Donaldson: Former DUP leader poses huge 'risk-management' headache for prison staff

Within prison systems, hierarchies are always present, and this extends even among sex offenders. Those considered the most vulnerable and subject to the harshest treatment are individuals convicted of sexual offenses against minors. This group faces significant hostility from other inmates, placing them at the very bottom of the prison social order. In the case… Continue reading Jeffrey Donaldson: Former DUP leader poses huge 'risk-management' headache for prison staff

Radnorshire farmer says rent from 4G masts has halved and cost him thousands

A farmer from Powys has described his experience hosting 4G masts on his land as a “nightmare” after his rental income was cut in half, alongside incurring £5,000 in associated costs. Alan Watson, 68, who owns land in Llanbadarn Fynydd, has hosted a mast for over two decades. However, he says recent legal changes have… Continue reading Radnorshire farmer says rent from 4G masts has halved and cost him thousands

Lockerbie accused's alleged confession can be used in trial, US judge rules

A U.S. judge has ruled that a purported confession by Abu Agila Mas’ud Kheir Al-Marimi, the Libyan man accused of constructing the bomb that destroyed Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie nearly four decades ago, can be admitted as evidence at his upcoming trial. Mas’ud, who is 74 years old, contends that three masked individuals… Continue reading Lockerbie accused's alleged confession can be used in trial, US judge rules

Severe drought declared in parts of southern England

Douglas Whitfield, the operations director at South East Water, confirmed that while standpipes are still included in the company’s drought contingency plans, their use is currently considered unlikely. Although a wet winter is predicted, precise timing remains uncertain. In response, South East Water is implementing various measures aimed at safeguarding water supplies. Serving over two… Continue reading Severe drought declared in parts of southern England

London suburban housing project wins top UK architecture award

Williamson shared with the BBC that before he pursued architecture studies, he lived in a council estate located in the East Midlands. Reflecting on his visits back, he noted that all the council houses there have since been sold into private ownership. While this shift supports the idea of a homeowning democracy, Williamson expressed concern… Continue reading London suburban housing project wins top UK architecture award

Why Harry and Meghan's UK relaunch felt so much like a royal engagement

The visit by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex to Nottingham today carried a strong sense of familiarity. Back in 2017, the couple made their first joint appearance in the city when they were still Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, having just announced their engagement. At that time, Nottingham served as the stage to introduce… Continue reading Why Harry and Meghan's UK relaunch felt so much like a royal engagement

Bridgend gang shot at wrong house in revenge attack, court hears

During a recent court case, it was revealed that bullets were found embedded within a wall and a microwave after shots were fired at the wrong house in Pyle, Bridgend. The attack, which happened in the early hours of September 22, 2025, involved a gang targeting a young child but mistakenly shooting at an innocent… Continue reading Bridgend gang shot at wrong house in revenge attack, court hears

Banks say Healey is planning Budget tax raid on their profits

Senior leaders within the banking industry have indicated to the BBC that they anticipate the sector will face increased scrutiny when the chancellor delivers the upcoming Budget in two weeks. Despite John Healey emphasizing that banks are among “the crown jewels” of the UK economy, he did not dismiss the possibility of new levies being… Continue reading Banks say Healey is planning Budget tax raid on their profits

Nigel Farage defends Reform's vetting after councillors filmed making racist comments

This report includes racist and offensive language. Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, has maintained that his party does not have a vetting problem despite undercover footage aired by ITV News showing some Reform councillors and candidates making racist, violent, and sexist remarks. Speaking to BBC Look East, Farage defended the party’s candidate screening procedures,… Continue reading Nigel Farage defends Reform's vetting after councillors filmed making racist comments