Category: UK News

In a recent address to the nation, Sir Keir Starmer opened up about his new government’s progress since his victorious win. Not only did he outline the changes that have already been implemented, but he articulated a clear vision for national revival. However, in doing so, the prime minister also had to justify his administration’s… Continue reading Starmer's conference speech in under two minutes

A young boy who was expected to die after being taken off life support has “confounded” medical predictions, according to a UK judge’s ruling. Months ago, the High Court stated that life-sustaining ventilation was not in the child’s best interests following a diagnosis by treating doctors. The boy, identified in court as NR, was born… Continue reading 'Remarkable' boy survived life support switch-off, judge says

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The UK government has confirmed that Aberdeen will be the headquarters for Great British Energy, the new state-owned energy company. Although not tasked with supplying power to homes, the company’s key role will be to fund new and existing clean technology and small to medium-sized renewable energy projects. Aberdeen has been the heart of the… Continue reading Great British Energy: What does it mean for Scotland and Aberdeen?

Legislation which requires public bodies to cooperate with investigations into major disasters will be introduced in parliament before the next anniversary of the Hillsborough tragedy, according to the UK Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer. The law, known as the “Hillsborough Law”, is the cause of the campaign of Margaret Aspinall and the families of the… Continue reading Hillsborough Law: Keir Starmer promises support for disaster victims

A jewellery design lecturer at the University of the West of England (UWE) in Bristol has successfully grown a full-size ruby inside a platinum setting. Sofie Boons developed a new chemical process that triggers the growth of a tiny fragment of real ruby as it sits in its jewellery. The University believes this approach, dubbed… Continue reading 'World first' ruby grown in jewellery setting in lab

A mother of a 15-year-old boy with severe learning difficulties, Rita Orr, has expressed her frustration with social services and the lack of support she received for her son, Callum, who also has autism. Orr had pleaded with the local health trust for extra support for two years, but received no help. Eventually, Orr left… Continue reading Spotlight: Lack of respite support leaves mothers with no option

Despite a break in heavy rain, several areas of England are preparing for potential flooding. Sunday and Monday saw parts of central and southern England inundated with over a month’s worth of rain in a matter of hours, resulting in school and road closures and significant transport disruption. While no further rain is expected on… Continue reading Flood warnings across England and Wales as rain relents

A number of TSB customers have reported issues with payments not being processed into their accounts. On Tuesday, many took to social media to report that salaries and child benefits had not been paid. In a statement, TSB apologised and said it was working on a solution to the issues, with payments to be made… Continue reading TSB customers hit by payment problems

A documentary about the disappearance and death of Nicola Bulley will feature her family members telling their own story. Despite the emotional toll, her family wanted to ensure that Bulley has the legacy she deserves, according to director Rachel Lob-levyt. The program, called The Search For Nicola Bulley, examines the media coverage surrounding the case,… Continue reading Nicola Bulley: Family tell 'unfiltered story' in new documentary