Angela Rayner criticises worker visa plans on eve of Labour conference

Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has expressed serious reservations about Labour’s plan to amend visa regulations, which would extend the time foreign workers must wait to gain permanent residency in the UK. Speaking ahead of Labour’s annual conference in an interview with The Times, Rayner challenged Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood’s proposal, arguing the plans are unjust… Continue reading Angela Rayner criticises worker visa plans on eve of Labour conference

Coroner asks families linked to jailed surgeon to make contact

A coroner investigating fatalities linked to the treatment provided by Ian Paterson, a former breast surgeon now serving a prison sentence, has issued a request for families of 106 additional patients to come forward. Currently, inquests are ongoing into the deaths of 70 women to determine whether Paterson’s medical care contributed to their unnatural deaths.… Continue reading Coroner asks families linked to jailed surgeon to make contact

Trade Centre UK: Newlyweds among dozens in dispute with dealer

Newlywed couple Amber and Nathan Cooper invested their entire wedding gift money in purchasing a £7,000 Citroen C4, intending to use it for their dream honeymoon. However, during their trip to Cornwall in August 2025, the car unexpectedly lost power and rolled backward, leaving them stranded on the A30 near the Jamaica Inn in Bodmin… Continue reading Trade Centre UK: Newlyweds among dozens in dispute with dealer

Miliband tells Iran minister UK will not tolerate 'hostile activity' on British soil

Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband met with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during the UN General Assembly in New York City, where he firmly conveyed that the United Kingdom will not accept any intimidation, threats, or hostile actions occurring on British soil. The discussions covered various critical issues, including threats posed by Iranian-linked groups within the… Continue reading Miliband tells Iran minister UK will not tolerate 'hostile activity' on British soil

Burnham not doing enough to boost growth, says Starmer ally

A former cabinet minister from Sir Keir Starmer’s administration has voiced concerns over the pace at which Andy Burnham’s government is promoting economic growth, urging for greater urgency in their approach. Peter Kyle, who was dismissed from Burnham’s cabinet reshuffle shortly after the new government took office, clarified that his remarks were not meant as… Continue reading Burnham not doing enough to boost growth, says Starmer ally

'It's a brutal adjustment': How to cope when your child goes to university

Luke experienced a complex mix of pride and sadness when he dropped his son off at university for the first time. “It feels like a brutal adjustment,” he admits. Having spent 18 years caring for and seeing his son daily, Luke now finds himself at a loss, missing him deeply and unsure how to cope… Continue reading 'It's a brutal adjustment': How to cope when your child goes to university

E-bikes seized by police sold on at auction, BBC finds

Police forces across the United Kingdom have been auctioning off electric motorbikes seized during enforcement actions, despite concerns that some of these vehicles might find their way back into criminal use, according to an investigation by the BBC. Each year, thousands of e-bikes are confiscated primarily due to suspicions of illegal use or involvement in… Continue reading E-bikes seized by police sold on at auction, BBC finds

Mum's heartbreak over LA killing and granddaughter's location

The mother of a Scottish law graduate who was found dead in Los Angeles has spoken out about her distress over the lack of communication from US officials following her daughter’s death. June Bunyan’s body was discovered in a dismembered state in her Los Angeles apartment in September of the previous year. Her husband, Jonathan… Continue reading Mum's heartbreak over LA killing and granddaughter's location

UK ticket holder wins £111m EuroMillions Jackpot

A National Lottery operator, Allwyn, has confirmed that a player from the UK has won the EuroMillions jackpot of £111 million in the draw held on Friday. This mystery ticket matched all five main numbers—11, 12, 15, 38, and 49—along with the two Lucky Star numbers, 10 and 12, securing the substantial prize. Andy Carter,… Continue reading UK ticket holder wins £111m EuroMillions Jackpot

Newspaper headlines: 'Verdicts that rocked football' and 'Burnham bottles it'

The front page of The Sun prominently features the Manchester City logo, accompanied by a headline questioning whether the club is “going down?” The article suggests that Manchester City might face relegation from the Premier League after certain verdicts were announced. These charges reportedly relate to the club’s highly successful years between 2009 and 2018,… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Verdicts that rocked football' and 'Burnham bottles it'