Reform's leader in Scotland Malcolm Offord reveals cancer diagnosis

On the day of the Scottish Parliament election on May 7, Malcolm Offord, who leads Reform UK in Scotland, received a prostate cancer diagnosis. Since then, he has undergone surgery to remove his prostate and is now reportedly “clear” and eager to move forward. During a conversation with comedian Matt Forde at the Edinburgh Festival… Continue reading Reform's leader in Scotland Malcolm Offord reveals cancer diagnosis

Reform UK proposes tax rebates for firms to boost apprenticeships

Reform UK has proposed that taxpayers should help fund a portion of wages for young apprentices as part of its broader ambition to spark a “skills revolution.” The party revealed plans to introduce an “apprenticeship wage credit,” which would provide small and medium-sized enterprises a 30% rebate on the wages paid to apprentices aged between… Continue reading Reform UK proposes tax rebates for firms to boost apprenticeships

Tinder conman from Denbighshire jailed for taking £68,000 from victims

A man who fabricated a story about being a special forces soldier turned multimillionaire cancer patient has been handed a prison sentence of over three years. Joseph Gibson, aged 35, deceived four individuals out of nearly £68,000, including two people he encountered through the dating app Tinder. He even convinced one of his victims that… Continue reading Tinder conman from Denbighshire jailed for taking £68,000 from victims

John Swinney defends £45,000 business-class flights to World Cup

John Swinney has come under scrutiny for spending more than £45,000 of public money on business-class flights for himself and two senior aides traveling to the World Cup. The first minister’s trip began with a flight to Boston on June 11 to attend Scotland’s opening match, followed by participation in trade discussions in Kentucky three… Continue reading John Swinney defends £45,000 business-class flights to World Cup

Watch: What will happen to Harry and Meghan's security?

The Prime Minister has described the security arrangements for The Duke and Duchess of Sussex during their upcoming visit to the UK as a “private matter.” This statement comes as Prince Harry and Meghan plan to move from the United States to a private residence located outside London later this month, according to earlier reports… Continue reading Watch: What will happen to Harry and Meghan's security?

Prince Harry and Meghan's UK security a private matter, Burnham says

Prince Archie, aged seven, and Princess Lilibet, who is five, are set to begin attending a school in the United Kingdom this coming September. This decision marks a return to the British education system for the Sussex couple’s children. King Charles was informed about this upcoming change on Sunday. Despite this development, there are no… Continue reading Prince Harry and Meghan's UK security a private matter, Burnham says

Stormont: Robbie Butler to be new health minister

Stormont’s health committee is scheduled to meet later with officials from the department, including the permanent secretary, following a request by Sinn Féin MLA Philip McGuigan, who chairs the committee. McGuigan emphasized that the incoming health minister, Butler, is assuming office during a “critical time” for health and social care. He stressed that the immediate… Continue reading Stormont: Robbie Butler to be new health minister

Tributes to 'popular' flight club member who died in plane crash

A tragic incident has deeply impacted a local flying club following the deaths of two of its members. Ketan Swali and his wife, Sheetal Swali, both from Syston in Leicestershire, lost their lives in a light aircraft crash. The plane was discovered in a remote area near Trawsfynydd, Gwynedd, and sadly, the couple were declared… Continue reading Tributes to 'popular' flight club member who died in plane crash

UK weather: Rain continues for UK with risk of flash flooding

Heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected to persist across much of the UK on Thursday, raising concerns over flooding and potential travel disruptions. The Met Office has extended a yellow thunderstorm warning covering northern England and north Wales until 1pm BST. As the day progresses, the wet weather is anticipated to move southward and eastward,… Continue reading UK weather: Rain continues for UK with risk of flash flooding