Plans are underway to construct undersea tunnels linking several of the UK’s northernmost islands, with a proposed timeline suggesting completion within eight years. The Shetland Islands Council has commissioned a feasibility study recommending tunnels be built from Shetland’s mainland to Yell, and from Yell to Unst, as a replacement for the current ferry services. These… Continue reading Tunnel transformation: Shetland set to back undersea plan to replace ferries
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Will Andy Burnham's devolution plan raise economic growth?
Andy Burnham has set out an ambitious vision for the redistribution of power across the UK, claiming it would represent the most significant shift of authority the country has ever experienced. In his first major policy address, Burnham emphasized his intent to diminish Whitehall’s centralized control by devolving greater powers not only to Greater Manchester… Continue reading Will Andy Burnham's devolution plan raise economic growth?
New No 10 North plan will rebalance power in Britain, Burnham promises
Andy Burnham, in his inaugural speech since announcing his candidacy for prime minister, introduced a new Downing Street initiative called ‘No 10 North,’ based in Manchester. He described this unit as central to executing what he called “the biggest rebalancing of power our country has ever seen.” His vision centers on redistributing authority across the… Continue reading New No 10 North plan will rebalance power in Britain, Burnham promises
Student Jagger Strang gets almost four years over Stafford College bomb threat
An 18-year-old teenager, Jagger Strang, has been sentenced to nearly four years in custody after admitting to possessing explosive materials and threatening to bomb his college while harming fellow students. Authorities discovered explosives at Strang’s residence in Stafford during a search carried out in September. In addition, he confessed to viewing YouTube videos detailing the… Continue reading Student Jagger Strang gets almost four years over Stafford College bomb threat
Micheal Ward: Top Boy actor raped woman in car, court told
A court case is currently underway involving actor Micheal Ward, who faces serious allegations of rape and sexual assault linked to an incident in London in 2023. Ward, 28, known for his prominent roles in the film *Blue Story* and the Netflix series *Top Boy*, is accused of committing the alleged offenses inside a car… Continue reading Micheal Ward: Top Boy actor raped woman in car, court told
Jury to consider if PSNI error contributed to Noah death
The jury at the inquest into the death of Noah Donohoe is tasked with determining whether any police mistakes played a role in the tragic outcome. Noah, a 14-year-old boy, went missing in north Belfast on 21 June 2020. His body was discovered six days later, on 27 June, in an underground water tunnel near… Continue reading Jury to consider if PSNI error contributed to Noah death
Resident doctors in England accept pay deal and end strikes
After three years marked by strikes, resident doctors in England have voted to accept the government’s proposed pay and job offer, signaling an end to the industrial action. The agreement provides for an increase in training opportunities, accelerated pay progression, and measures to reimburse expenses such as exam fees. The vote saw a 57% turnout… Continue reading Resident doctors in England accept pay deal and end strikes
Double murder accused a convicted sex offender, jury told
A man facing charges of murdering two women in London and sexually assaulting another has been identified as a serial sex offender, according to evidence presented at the Old Bailey. Simon Levy, aged 40 and residing in Tottenham, north London, stands accused of the murders of Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo, 54, and Sheryl Wilkins, 39, as well… Continue reading Double murder accused a convicted sex offender, jury told
Ex-MP Craig Williams pleads guilty over general election betting offence
Former Conservative MP Craig Williams has admitted to cheating in a gambling scheme by placing bets on the date of the 2024 general election. Williams, 41, previously represented Montgomeryshire and worked as an aide to then-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak before the election was announced. According to the prosecution, Williams placed bets of £250, £100, and… Continue reading Ex-MP Craig Williams pleads guilty over general election betting offence
Andy Burnham vows to decentralise power in Scotland
Andy Burnham has announced a plan to redistribute power within the United Kingdom, emphasizing decentralization as a core part of his vision to “power up” all regions. The former mayor of Greater Manchester, currently the Makerfield MP, is widely anticipated to become the next prime minister, succeeding Sir Keir Starmer, provided no other Labour candidates… Continue reading Andy Burnham vows to decentralise power in Scotland