Category: UK News

Gemma Dunstan from BBC Wales Investigates reports on the harrowing stories of dog attack survivors who have suffered both physically and mentally from their injuries. Recent data reveals that thousands of individuals have sought medical treatment for dog attacks in the last five years, shedding light on the growing issue of dog-related injuries. One such… Continue reading Cardiff man says triple dog attack has left him with nightmares

A tragic incident involving a police dog named PD Bert, who participated in Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral, has resulted in his untimely death. The five-year-old springer spaniel, a member of Cleveland Police’s dog support unit, was involved in a car crash in Hartlepool at around 21:00 BST on Thursday. Alongside another dog and an officer,… Continue reading Dog who helped police Queen's funeral dies in crash

A tragic incident occurred when a coach carrying pupils from Minehead Middle School crashed in Somerset, resulting in the death of a 10-year-old boy. The school’s head teacher, Laura Mackie, expressed her deep sorrow, describing the loss as “unimaginable”. She conveyed her thoughts to the student’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.… Continue reading Boy, 10, dead as nine in hospital after Somerset coach crash

In a positive turn of events, swan numbers along the Thames have shown signs of recovery after a worrisome decline in recent years. The annual royal survey of swans, known as “swan upping,” concluded on Friday with a tally of 115 young swans compared to just 86 the previous year. This improvement suggests that efforts… Continue reading Royal swan count on Thames sees numbers resurface after dip

In Harrogate, a tragic incident occurred when a man in his 70s lost his life after his silver VW Golf veered off York Place and crashed down onto railway tracks. The North Yorkshire Police reported the crash happened around 15:20 BST, resulting in the man’s death at the scene. The family of the deceased is… Continue reading Man dies after car crashes onto railway tracks in Harrogate

In a recent development, lawyers representing a nurse who raised concerns about sharing a hospital changing room with a transgender doctor have criticized the NHS Fife statement on the case as “irresponsible”. The health board released a four-page document online during ongoing evidence in the case brought forward by nurse Sandie Peggie. The statement suggested… Continue reading Lawyers for nurse in trans case criticise 'irresponsible' health board

According to new data released by Natural Resources Wales (NRW), Welsh Water has seen an increase in sewage pollution incidents over the past 10 years. The figures show that in 2024, the water company was responsible for a total of 155 pollution incidents, with 23 related to water supply and 132 to sewerage. This marks… Continue reading Welsh Water sewage spills at highest in 10 years, NRW data shows

BBC meteorologist Tomasz Schafernaker has issued a warning for parts of the UK where potentially dangerous flash flooding is expected to occur due to thunderstorms and torrential rain over the weekend. The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for south-east England, where more than a month’s worth of rain is forecasted to fall… Continue reading UK weather: Amber warning as thunderstorms to bring flash flooding

A tragic incident occurred in Royston, where a 19-year-old lost their life and two others were seriously injured after a car crashed into a house. The Hertfordshire Police received a call around 01:00 BST reporting that a vehicle had veered off the A505 and collided with a residential property on Cromwell Way. Thankfully, the occupants… Continue reading Car crashes into Royston house leaving one dead and two hurt

Following a series of malicious cyber activities, the Foreign Office has sanctioned multiple Russian spies. These sanctions target three military intelligence units from Russia’s GRU espionage agency, along with 18 officers who have been engaging in activities at the behest of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Foreign Office’s decision came in light of these individuals… Continue reading UK sanctions Russian spies for 'malicious cyber activity'