Category: UK News

In the recent reveal by police in Scotland, marked a significant drop in Bonfire Night disorder this year, with a notable 37% decrease in emergency calls received throughout Scotland. The period between 31 October and 5 November only saw 833 calls requiring a local or specialist response, a substantial decline from the previous year. The… Continue reading 'Notable reduction' in Bonfire Night disruption

In the upcoming Budget, electric vehicle (EV) drivers might face a new tax as the chancellor looks for ways to generate more revenue. Discussions within the government have suggested the introduction of a levy on EVs to ensure a fairer system for all drivers. The absence of an equivalent to fuel duty for electric vehicles… Continue reading EV drivers could face new tax in Budget

Scotland has long been at the center of a contentious debate surrounding land ownership and reform. With one of the most concentrated patterns of land ownership in the western world, the question of “who owns Scotland?” has sparked intense emotions and discussions. According to land reformers, over 40% of the nation’s rural land is owned… Continue reading Why the battle still rages over land ownership in Scotland

The investigation into a knife attack that resulted in a man sustaining severe facial injuries in September is being re-examined for potential links to recent train stabbings near Huntingdon. Ricky Butcher, 35, was waiting for a taxi outside the Fletton Club in Peterborough when he was confronted by a man wielding a knife. Cambridgeshire Police… Continue reading Police probe link between street and Huntingdon train attacks

An organised crime network has been uncovered in a BBC investigation, with a man secretly filmed offering to erase fines of up to £60,000 for employing illegal workers. The individual, known as Shaxawan, boasts of his ability to assist migrants, including asylum seekers, in setting up businesses illegally to bypass immigration enforcement. Operating from a… Continue reading Crime fixer caught by BBC offering to erase £60K fines on migrant workers

A tragic incident unfolded in Portavogie, County Down, resulting in the death of Jordan Webb. The 28-year-old was found deceased at an address on New Harbour Road in the village on Monday morning. Despite the presence of police officers and the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service at the scene, Webb was pronounced dead at the location.… Continue reading Portavogie: Man charged with murder of Jordan Webb

A man in Cambridgeshire took matters into his own hands by using his car to stop a suspected attacker who had allegedly stabbed 10 people on a train. Dave Scott, 57, recounted how he was waiting at Huntingdon railway station to pick up his daughter when a knife-wielding man approached his car. Feeling the instinctual… Continue reading Man drove at Huntingdon train stabbings attack suspect

Last week saw an unsettling revelation as a migrant sex offender was mistakenly released from prison, prompting Justice Secretary David Lammy to vow the implementation of the “strongest release checks that have ever been in place.” Unfortunately, subsequent to this announcement, details have emerged about two more prisoners being erroneously let out. It is disconcerting… Continue reading Chris Mason: The justice system is failing and the buck stops with Lammy

A new trend in digital innovation has emerged this year, known as “vibe coding”. The practice involves creating computer programs without the need for traditional coding skills. Simply by describing the desired app or website to artificial intelligence (AI), individuals can bring their ideas to life without manually writing programming code. This concept was introduced… Continue reading 'Vibe coding' named word of the year by Collins Dictionary

The recent Earthshot Prize awards ceremony in Rio de Janeiro saw Prince William announcing the five deserving winners, whom he described as inspirational figures providing hope for the future. The event took place at the Museum of Tomorrow, where the Prince emphasized the progress achievable in environmental conservation efforts. Among the winners were projects aimed… Continue reading William announces Earthshot Prize 2025 winners in Rio ceremony