Category: UK News

Yesterday, the prime minister called for a “calm discussion” with the United States, seeking a steady approach amid a challenging diplomatic climate. However, the situation has shifted dramatically overnight as President Trump has once again demonstrated his unpredictable and fiery political style. His recent comments have targeted various issues, including the UK and, notably, Sir… Continue reading Trump's Chagos dig poses massive strategic question for Starmer

French authorities have carried out their first waterborne interception under a newly implemented strategy aimed at curbing the movement of illegal migrants traveling by small boats to the UK. On Saturday, French officers boarded a “taxi-boat” on the Aa canal in Gravelines, located along the Channel coastline near Calais. This development follows a tactical shift… Continue reading France makes first interception targeting small boat crossings to UK

A leading figure within the Welsh Conservative Party has been expelled after expressing intentions to join Reform UK. James Evans has been dismissed from the shadow cabinet and had the party whip withdrawn, effectively making him an independent member, according to Welsh Conservative leader Darren Millar. Millar explained that the decision was made on Tuesday… Continue reading Conservative Senedd politician kicked out of party for Reform talks

US President Donald Trump has recently criticized the United Kingdom’s agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, while leasing back a crucial military base. He described the deal as an “act of great stupidity,” despite having previously supported the arrangement. The £3.4 billion ($4.6 billion) agreement, finalized in May, allows the UK… Continue reading UK's Chagos Islands deal an 'act of great stupidity', Trump says

According to recent official data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), wage growth in the UK reduced to 4.5% during the period between September and November. This decline reflects a marked slowdown in pay rises within the private sector, which has experienced its slowest wage growth in five years. In contrast, wages in the… Continue reading Wage growth slows as number of people employed falls

The shocking confessions of one of Northern Ireland’s most infamous killers are set to be aired publicly for the very first time. Colin Howell, a dentist, was responsible for the 1991 murders of his wife and the husband of his lover. Initially, their deaths were assumed to be the result of a suicide pact triggered… Continue reading Colin Howell's confession tapes to be aired for first time

A brother and sister are determined to uncover the truth behind their father’s death, which they believe was caused by medical errors during his hospital stay. Bill Trotter, aged 73, from Carlisle, Cumbria, was admitted to Cumberland Infirmary in May 2024 but passed away two months later after entering a diabetic coma. His children, Mike… Continue reading Carlisle man's body stays in mortuary until family 'get answers'

The skies throughout the UK were recently painted with vibrant shades of green and pink due to the Northern Lights. This spectacular natural display, known as the Aurora Borealis, occurs when particles ejected from solar eruptions collide with gases in the Earth’s atmosphere. While these lights are typically seen closer to the Arctic Circle, strong… Continue reading Northern Lights illuminate UK skies in hues of pink and green

Authorities have initiated a murder inquiry following the discovery of a deceased woman at a residence in Greater Manchester. The incident took place in a flat on Kempston Gardens, Bolton, where police arrived at approximately 10:00 GMT to find the woman unresponsive. Emergency personnel attempted to revive her by performing CPR, but she was declared… Continue reading Bolton woman found dead in flat prompting murder probe

The government is currently exploring the possibility of making CCTV installation mandatory in early years childcare settings following a serious case of child abuse in north London. Vincent Chan, aged 45, who worked at the Bright Horizons nursery in West Hampstead for almost seven years, was found guilty of multiple offences involving the sexual abuse… Continue reading CCTV proposal for nurseries after Hampstead abuse case