Category: UK News

A shocking mix-up occurred after a car crash near Rotherham on 13 December, when South Yorkshire Police initially informed a family that their son had died, only for it to emerge that he was still alive. Trevor “TJ” Wynn, 17, was reported dead alongside 17-year-old Summer Louise Scott, while their fellow passenger Joshua Johnson, 18,… Continue reading Fatal crash ID error emerged 'after injured boy woke up in hospital'

Martin Clunes, best known for his role in Doc Martin, is set to take on the role of former BBC presenter Huw Edwards in an upcoming drama. The production, currently titled Power: The Downfall of Huw Edwards, is a two-part factual series that explores how Edwards, once one of the most familiar faces on British… Continue reading Former BBC presenter Huw Edwards to be played by Martin Clunes in new drama

An 18-year-old Afghan national, Aman Naseri, has become the first individual to be charged under a new offence related to endangering lives during sea crossings to the UK without valid entry clearance. Naseri is alleged to have piloted a small boat carrying 46 people during the initial Channel crossing of the year on 5 January—the… Continue reading First person charged under new small boat Channel crossing law

In Greater Manchester, an incident involving three schoolchildren falling through a window from the upper deck of a bus has prompted a significant emergency response. The event took place on Bolton Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield around 16:00 GMT, where police and emergency services quickly arrived at the scene. Although the children sustained “potentially serious injuries,” Greater… Continue reading Three children fall from window of double-decker bus

During a recent US Coast Guard operation in the North Atlantic, military aircraft made a stop at a small civilian airport in the Scottish Highlands before continuing their flight northward to board a Russian-bound tanker. The vessel, named the Marinera, has been accused by the US government of violating sanctions related to the shipping of… Continue reading US planes at Wick airport during operation to seize tanker

The British armed forces played a supporting role in the United States’ interception of a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the North Atlantic, according to a statement from the UK Ministry of Defence. The vessel, known as the Marinera and previously called Bella 1, has ties to Venezuela and was stopped by the US Coast Guard… Continue reading UK forces helped US seizure of tanker, says MoD

Sir Keir Starmer has committed to ensuring that Members of Parliament will have the opportunity to vote on any deployment of British troops involved in policing a potential agreement to end the conflict in Ukraine. The prime minister emphasized that this procedure would align with “recent practice” concerning Parliament’s approval of military actions. This announcement… Continue reading MPs would vote on using troops in Ukraine, Keir Starmer says

Authorities have reported a suspected gas explosion at a residence in east Belfast. Emergency responders are currently attending the scene located on Lower Braniel Road. The incident has drawn the attention of firefighters, ambulance crews, and police officers who are all actively involved in managing the situation. According to a spokesperson from the Northern Ireland… Continue reading Belfast: Suspected gas explosion on Lower Braniel Road

Jesy Nelson, the singer and former member of Little Mix, has vowed to tirelessly advocate for newborn screening that includes testing for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare muscle-wasting condition. Her motivation stems from the recent diagnosis of her seven-month-old twin daughters, Ocean Jade and Story Monroe Nelson-Foster, with SMA. Nelson revealed on ITV’s This… Continue reading Jesy Nelson will 'shout to the rooftops' about baby muscle disease campaign

The UK government has introduced its first significant road safety strategy in over ten years, focusing on reducing fatalities and serious injuries on the roads. These new measures specifically target England and Wales, although some similar rules are already effective in Scotland and Northern Ireland. While the proposals are currently open to public consultation, they… Continue reading How the new road safety measures will affect you