Category: UK News

A retired British Army colonel who served as an intelligence officer during the Troubles has alleged that Gerry Adams was a member of the IRA’s ruling army council at the time it authorized bombings in the United Kingdom. These claims were made in the former colonel Richard Kemp’s witness statement, submitted as part of a… Continue reading Gerry Adams was on IRA army council, claims intelligence officer

Anthony Russell, a prisoner charged with the killing of Ian Huntley, has made a court appearance. The 43-year-old was formally charged earlier this week following the death of Huntley, who passed away in hospital after being assaulted at HMP Frankland in County Durham in late February. Ian Huntley, aged 52 at the time of his… Continue reading Prison inmate charged with Huntley murder appears in court

A family with a newborn has been forced to vacate their home for several months after thieves stole heating oil, causing a significant spill that turned their property into what they describe as a “massive biohazard.” Gareth Kelly and Aimee Leigh Brolly had to leave their home in Limavady shortly after their son was born,… Continue reading Home heating oil theft leaves family home 'a biohazard' as prices keep rising

Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party of England and Wales since September 2025, has faced renewed scrutiny over comments he made during his previous career as a hypnotherapist. In a 2013 session, Polanski offered hypnosis to a newspaper reporter with the claim that it could increase her breast size. Since entering politics, he has… Continue reading Zack Polanski stood by breast enlargment hypnosis claim

The UK government has suffered a setback after losing its appeal concerning a terrorism-related charge against Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, a member of the Irish language rap group Kneecap. The High Court in London ruled on Wednesday that Ó hAnnaidh would not be subjected to a new terror trial, dismissing an appeal brought by the… Continue reading Kneecap: Government loses appeal over terror charge

Sir Keir Starmer has indicated that the scheduled increase in fuel duty, set for September, will remain under close observation amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The planned rise marks the end of a temporary 5p reduction that was introduced in response to Russia’s extensive invasion of Ukraine, which has been gradually phased out… Continue reading Starmer says fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran

Quentin Tarantino, the acclaimed filmmaker renowned for his gritty and stylized movies, is set to make his debut in London’s West End with a theatrical production. The play, titled *The Popinjay Cavalier*, promises to be a lively swashbuckling comedy rooted in the vibrant atmosphere of 1830s Europe. This new venture marks a shift for Tarantino,… Continue reading Quentin Tarantino to stage 'swashbuckling comedy' The Popinjay Cavalier in London theatre

Following the recent Old Firm clash at Ibrox, Scotland’s top police officer has criticized Rangers and Celtic for their lack of response to the violence that erupted after the game. The disorder saw injuries on both sides, affecting fans and police officers, and led to several arrests after supporters clashed on the pitch following Celtic’s… Continue reading Police chief criticises Celtic and Rangers after Old Firm disorder

A 16-year-old boy has been taken into custody following an incident in which a teenage girl was stabbed at a school near Norwich. The attack took place at Thorpe St Andrew School, located on Laundry Lane, where emergency services were called to the scene around 10:24 GMT. The injured girl was transported to hospital with… Continue reading Boy, 16, arrested after teenage girl stabbed at Norfolk school

Recent data reveals that the UK mortgage market is experiencing significant disruption, comparable in severity only to the period following the 2022 mini-Budget. Currently, the average interest rate for two-year fixed mortgage deals has climbed above 5%, marking the highest level since August of last year. Similarly, five-year fixed mortgage rates have reached their peak… Continue reading Mortgage rates rise and deals pulled over Iran war turmoil