Category: UK News

The government in England has unveiled a new 10-year cancer strategy aiming to drastically improve survival rates. The plan targets an ambitious milestone: ensuring that by 2035, 75% of cancer patients survive for at least five years after diagnosis. Currently, the five-year survival rate stands at 60%, which reflects a lag behind other developed nations.… Continue reading Three quarters will survive cancer by 2035, government promises

A recent outbreak of foodborne illness at a village pub has been traced back to the meat served during a Sunday lunch. Public Health Wales revealed that 43 individuals fell ill after dining at the Corner House Inn in Llangynwyd, Bridgend, on November 30th. Following an investigation, it was determined that the cause of the… Continue reading Llangynwyd pub's Sunday lunch meat 'likely cause' of food poisoning

The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has acknowledged that the names of certain officers, initially exposed in a 2023 data breach, were subsequently published on the Northern Ireland Courts website. This development has raised significant concerns, prompting the Department of Justice (DoJ) to intervene promptly by removing the court lists from the public domain… Continue reading Police Service of Northern Ireland officer names published on courts website

The mother of one of the infants killed by Lucy Letby has shared her harrowing experience, describing moments when she felt she had “failed as a mum” due to her inability to protect her daughter. This child, referred to during Letby’s trial as “Baby D,” passed away in June 2015 after Letby was found to… Continue reading I needed to face Lucy Letby in court, says mum of murdered Baby D

The minimum unit price (MUP) for alcohol in Wales is set to rise from 50p to 65p starting this October. This adjustment means that a can of lager priced at £1 will now cost at least £1.30, a £2.50 bottle of cider will increase to £3.25, and a bottle of whisky currently sold for £14… Continue reading Minimum alcohol price in Wales to rise by 30%

A woman who encountered serial killer Steve Wright has revealed how she armed herself with a stick and hid to escape a frightening close call. Emily Doherty was walking home from a nightclub in Felixstowe, Suffolk, in the early hours of 18 September 1999, when Wright attempted to abduct her. During an earlier court hearing,… Continue reading Steve Wright: Woman's narrow escape from Suffolk serial killer

Nigel Farage candidly described his party’s preparedness for government as “halfway,” a statement reflecting his blend of blunt honesty and political ambition. Unlike many politicians, who often avoid such admissions, Farage openly admits his desire to become prime minister while acknowledging that his party, Reform, has not yet reached the point of full readiness. This… Continue reading Inside Reform: Laura Kuenssberg follows Farage's party as it experiences the glare of scrutiny

The series of news reports highlights a major scandal involving former UK Business Secretary Lord Peter Mandelson and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. According to allegations, Mandelson exchanged emails containing “sensitive details” with Epstein during the global financial crisis while serving as Business Secretary in Gordon Brown’s government. Key points from the coverage: – **Nature… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Cops probe Mandelson' and 'Princes of Darkness'

Nearly a decade after an investigation into baby deaths at Crosshouse University Hospital in East Ayrshire, a recent report has demanded improvements in how the hospital’s maternity unit manages patient safety incidents. Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) issued the report following a routine, unannounced inspection in October, highlighting significant shortcomings including delays faced by women contacting… Continue reading Hospital told to improve safety probes a decade after baby deaths

Peter Smith’s holiday in Tobago took a terrifying turn during his final moments on the island. On what should have been a tranquil swim, Peter, a retired IT director, found himself face-to-face with a formidable bull shark. Recalling the incident, he described the sea as calm and inviting as he entered the water. Standing waist-deep,… Continue reading British man tells BBC of horror shark attack on Caribbean holiday