Category: UK News

Northern Ireland’s universities are set to face a significant decrease of £21 million in government funding allocated by Stormont for student teaching. Ian Snowden, the chief official at the Department for the Economy (DfE), revealed that this would equate to a 6% reduction from the initial funding provided for the academic year 2024/25. These cuts… Continue reading NI universities face 'substantial' cuts amid budget delay

King Charles III, Queen Camilla, and the Prince of Wales are set to visit Aberfan on Wednesday to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the tragic coal waste tip collapse that claimed the lives of 144 children and adults in the former mining village. The day’s events will include a prayer and a moment of silence,… Continue reading Royals to visit Aberfan to mark 60 years since disaster

A woman was fatally stabbed on a street in Manchester, leading to a murder charge against a man. The accused, Lawrence Johnson, 26, from Dorking Avenue, faces charges for the murder of Alisha Samuels, who was also 26, as well as the attempted murder of another man connected to the same incident on Thursday. Johnson… Continue reading Man, 26, charged with woman's murder

Perran Moon, the Labour MP representing Camborne and Redruth, has been suspended following an investigation into Covid loan repayments. Moon voluntarily referred himself for scrutiny amid concerns linked to his involvement as co-director of a training company named Autoswot, which was established in June 2019 and last submitted financial accounts in June 2021. During the… Continue reading Second Labour MP suspended over Covid loan repayments

The UK’s audit watchdog, the Financial Reporting Council (FRC), has revealed that it is now overseeing inquiries into accounting irregularities connected to Manchester City Football Club. This handover of responsibility was confirmed in a letter addressed to the House of Commons business select committee, stating that the FRC took over from the Institute of Chartered… Continue reading Audit regulator looking into Manchester City accounting

Last week, the government introduced several amendments, notably including a new stipulation that the attorney general must give consent before any serious prosecutions can proceed. According to the government, these changes are intended to “significantly reduce” the likelihood of military veterans being subjected to repeated investigations. Despite this, the secretary of state denied accusations suggesting… Continue reading Draft law to deal with Troubles legacy backed by MPs

A significant review commissioned by the government will require schools and colleges across England to identify antisemitism as a distinct form of harm and address it with targeted measures, the BBC has learned. This approach would set antisemitic harassment apart from general racism and bullying, recognizing it as a specific safeguarding concern within educational institutions.… Continue reading Schools should recognise antisemitism as distinct form of harm, review says

In a recent magazine interview, the Duke of Sussex expressed his desire to mend the strained ties with his father and brother. Speaking to GQ in New York, Prince Harry emphasized the importance of reconciliation amidst the complexities that surround him. “Some people don’t want it to work out. I want it to work out.… Continue reading Harry says he wants to 'reconcile' with his family

Jane Dodds has declared her intention to step down as leader of the Welsh Liberal Democrats. Although she will continue to serve as the party’s sole Member of the Senedd (MS), she emphasized that expanding the party’s representation in Wales’ parliament should be the responsibility of a fresh generation. In a statement released Tuesday, Dodds… Continue reading Jane Dodds standing down as Welsh Liberal Democrats leader

Counter-terrorism authorities have re-arrested two men following an incident near RAF Fairford last month, according to police statements. The individuals, a 24-year-old British citizen and a 25-year-old dual UK-Iranian national, are currently detained on suspicion of aiding a foreign intelligence agency under Section 3 of the National Security Act 2023. Investigators have indicated that the… Continue reading Two re-arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran intelligence after RAF Fairford incident