Category: UK News

Wales is poised to have its first-ever Plaid Cymru first minister following indications from three other parties in the Senedd that they will either support Rhun ap Iorwerth’s nomination or choose not to oppose it. Currently, Plaid Cymru holds 43 seats, while Reform UK holds 34, making them the two dominant parties in Cardiff Bay.… Continue reading Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth to become first minister within days

A tragic fire in Nottinghamshire has claimed the life of Derek Poole, a 91-year-old resident of Selston, described by many as a “true gentleman.” The blaze erupted at the garage of his bungalow on Church Lane on Saturday evening around 19:18 BST, resulting in loud explosions that alarmed neighbors and prompted an emergency response. Derek’s… Continue reading 'True gentleman', 91, killed in Selston garage bungalow explosion

A 34-year-old man from Hornchurch, east London, has been formally charged following an incident involving attacks and antisemitic threats directed at three Jewish individuals in north London. The victims included two men, aged 58 and 26, as well as a 53-year-old woman, all of whom sustained injuries that did not require hospital treatment. The Metropolitan… Continue reading Man charged as three Jewish people assaulted in Enfield

In Thursday’s elections, Reform UK made significant advances at the expense of the Conservative Party, yet Shadow Housing Secretary Sir James Cleverly insisted that the Tories remain the dominant force on the right of British politics. He criticized Reform as being less of a genuine centre-right party and more of a “cult of personality,” asserting,… Continue reading Tories are still biggest party on the right, claims James Cleverly

Angela Rayner has issued a stark warning that the Labour Party is facing a critical moment following its severe defeats in the recent local elections. In the wake of these disappointing results, she voiced support for Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham’s potential return to Westminster, criticizing the party’s earlier decision to block him from standing… Continue reading Rayner issues 'last chance' warning to PM and backs Burnham's return

Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership faces mounting pressure following a series of poor electoral outcomes that have prompted increasing calls from within his own party for him to step down. The situation remains highly fluid, with multiple potential developments possible over the coming days and weeks. Labour backbencher Catherine West unexpectedly announced her willingness to trigger… Continue reading Can Starmer survive as PM? Seven scenarios for what might happen next

Following disturbances in east Belfast on Saturday evening, local parents have been strongly encouraged to keep track of their children’s whereabouts. The unrest unfolded after a planned band parade on Newtownards Road, during which large groups of young people gathered in the Connswater area, resulting in two fast food restaurants temporarily closing. Incidents during the… Continue reading East Belfast: Parents urged to know where their children are after disorder

Terry Hutt, a devoted admirer of the Royal Family known affectionately as “The Union Jack Man”—a nickname given to him by the late Queen Elizabeth II—has passed away at the age of 91. His passion for the monarchy was evident throughout his life, with memories and moments that reflected his steadfast enthusiasm. In 2016, he… Continue reading Royal superfan dubbed 'Union Jack Man' dies aged 91

Rhun ap Iorwerth has pledged to challenge the UK Labour government if it fails to act in Wales’s best interests, promising to confront the prime minister directly. Following Plaid Cymru’s success in winning 43 seats in the recent Senedd election and becoming the largest party, ap Iorwerth outlined two possible responses from Westminster: either to… Continue reading Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth willing to 'take the fight' to Keir Starmer

Counter-terrorism police have arrested a man and a woman in connection with a suspected arson attack on a former synagogue located in East London. The incident involved minor damage to gates and a lock at the front entrance of the East London Central Synagogue building in Whitechapel, which ceased functioning as a synagogue in 2020.… Continue reading Two arrested over arson attack at former synagogue in east London